3 DIY Projects That Keep Your Stuff Out of the Recycling Bin
April 29, 2012; 2:31 PM
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When I stumble across an ingeniously designed product that screams out DIY PROJECT, I am inspired to make it myself. I particularly like items that are useful, rather than solely decorative – simple to make, rather than complicated. It’s also a bonus if the piece is without many added costs for materials. In essence, nicely designed and useful DIY items that keep junk out of my recycling bin and out of the local landfill, make my day!
DIY Magazine Stool (image above)
Got magazines? I do, and now I’m feeding them into creating stools instead of dumping the mags off at my recycling center.
Directions: You’ll need two extra-large straps or belts. They should be adjustable to make it easy to sneak a few magazines into your collection. Scrap wood for the base and a magazine-sized cushion.
Don’t want to make one? Then you can fork over $185.
DIY Felted Cup Cozy
Drink hot tea? I do. When I spied a stunning handmade teapot cradled by what looked like a sweater sleeve, I had to recreate it. You can see the teapot here. It inspired me to make this super easy felted cup holder.
Directions: Using an old wool sweater, follow these felting directions. Measure the cup you want to cover and cut the sleeve cuff to size. I positioned the ribbing on the bottom because the cup I used tapered.
Don’t want to make one? Then it will cost $140 for the teapot and cozy.