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20 Totally Incredible Up-cycled DIYs

By Liz Stanley |

We all have odds and ends lying around that we don’t need. Or do we! Here is a round up of 20 amazing DIY projects all using items you might already have around the house.

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  • Water Bottle Chandelier

    Water Bottle Chandelier

    Beautiful and oh so eco friendly. This would look amazing as party decor.
    See more here on Oh Happy Day.

  • Cardboard Box Animal Mask

    Cardboard Box Animal Mask

    So fun! A cracker box and some duct tape and your good to go!
    See more here on Mer Mag.

  • Altoid Tin Mini Purse

    Altoid Tin Mini Purse

    I think this would be adorable to gift to a little lady.
    See more here.

  • Suitcase Chair

    Suitcase Chair

    Love this idea! I would also love a suitcase ottoman/storage.
    See the details here on See Kate Sew.

  • Toilet Roll + Fabric Napkin Rings

    Toilet Roll + Fabric Napkin Rings

    You can't even tell that under that fabric is a toilet paper roll! So pretty.
    See more here on She Makes a Home.

  • Soup Can Planters

    Soup Can Planters

    An easy way to add some greenery to the home.
    See more here on Green Streamline.

  • Jar Yarn Storage

    Jar Yarn Storage

    I love this because you can see the pretty yarn inside and it's tangle free!
    See it here on Charming Ink.

  • Paper Bag Fruit Baskets

    Paper Bag Fruit Baskets

    A perfect summer craft! I'm so doing this with my little guy to go berry picking.
    See them here.

  • Shipping Pallet Chair

    Shipping Pallet Chair

    What? Crazy awesome! Now if I just had a place with a yard that I could use one of these to sun bathe.
    See them here on Inhabitat.

  • Embroidery Hoop Cork Board

    Embroidery Hoop Cork Board

    Cute and colorful and useful!
    See more here on Paint Me Plaid.

  • Cardboard Box Playhouse

    Cardboard Box Playhouse

    This is such a clever take on forts. Collapsible and with a little bit of neon. Love!
    See more here on Ambrosia Girl.

  • Toilet Roll Cloud Shadow Box

    Toilet Roll Cloud Shadow Box

    A great way to display your sweet little items.
    See it here on Hellobee.

  • T-Shirt Rug

    T-Shirt Rug

    Kinda crazy looking but I like it! Looks comfy too.
    See more here on Roadkill Rescue.

  • Glass Bottle Candle Holders

    Glass Bottle Candle Holders

    Wouldn't this be perfect for a chic Halloween dinner party? Love it!
    See more here on I Do It Yourself.

  • Light Bulb Vases

    Light Bulb Vases

    Perfect little vases for your little flower buds.
    See them here.

  • Fruit Crate Mobile Storage

    Fruit Crate Mobile Storage

    Use it for storing records, toys, or clothes. And I love that they are mobile!
    See more here on HGTV.

  • Embroidery Hoop Ribbon Mobile

    Embroidery Hoop Ribbon Mobile

    Simple and pretty and I imagine it flows really nicely.
    See more here Project Wedding.

  • Washer Drum Fire Pit

    Washer Drum Fire Pit

    This is amazing! With an old washer drum, and a few other tools you can have yourself a fire going in no time!
    See more here on The Flourishing Abode.

  • Wine Cork Coasters

    Wine Cork Coasters

    I don't drink, but I thought it would be a sweet idea to use sentimental corks like from a bottle of wine from the night you got engaged.
    See them here on Heartmade Blog.

  • Magazine Gift Bows

    Magazine Gift Bows

    I never buy gift bows because they are so pricey. I'm definitely doing this come Christmas.
    See them here on Whole Living.

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Read more of my babble postsĀ right here.

Find my daily ideas for stylish and crafty living at my blogĀ Say Yes to Hoboken.

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About the Author

lizstan

Liz Stanley, founder and editor of the popular craft and style blog, Say Yes to Hoboken, was born and raised a New Yorker, but now perfectly happy to call the fairytale city of San Francisco home with her husband and son. Her work on Say Yes to Hoboken has been featured by The Huffington Post, Martha Stewart, Real Simple, and Parents Magazine. She also works as the Managing Editor of Minted's brand new lifestyle site, Julep, in addition to writing for Babble and Apartment Therapy.

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0 thoughts on “20 Totally Incredible Up-cycled DIYs

  1. Chrissy Joy says:

    I can’t find the instructions on how to make this rug from old t-shirts…. Can ya please help me out?!

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