As soon as Christmas is over we try to find new ways to recycle Christmas cards. Every year we send out dozens (or more) of Christmas cards and receive dozens in return. The cards are too beautiful, and often too costly, to just throw in the trash. So we look for ways to reuse them. I have found some really clever and unique ways to give these Christmas cards a … [Read more...] about Recycle Christmas Cards
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Recycled Christmas Cards
Each of these links has several ideas for recycled Christmas cards. If you've been collecting greeting cards for several years, you are sure to find some clever ways to use them. Some of these ideas are similar to ones linked on other pages, but there may be new ones that you can find different ways to use. Have fun looking through them, and if you have a good project … [Read more...] about Recycled Christmas Cards
Used Christmas Card Ideas
Try these used Christmas card ideas for some unusual projects for kids and adults. You can make Christmas decorations, Christmas stationery and cards, new cards from old ones, tags, and many more fun things with your old holiday cards. Kids can help with used Christmas card ideas, too. They can do the cutting or gluing, and help putting them together. Greeting Card … [Read more...] about Used Christmas Card Ideas
Used Christmas Card Crafts
Used Christmas card crafts for kids are fun and easy. All you need are some old cards, scissors, tape, glue, a ruler, and some string or ribbon. Add some glitter, flowers, bells and pipe cleaners and kids will stay busy for a long time. It will give kids some great cutting practice, and they will delight in helping you make decorations for your home. Use cookie … [Read more...] about Used Christmas Card Crafts
Gift Wrap with Recycled Christmas Cards
Gift wrap with recycled Christmas cards to use up more of your collection of cards. If you've been saving Christmas cards for several years while trying to think of ways to use them, here are some creative ways to recycle them into wrapping presents. Give some of these great gift wrap with recycled Christmas cards a try, and enjoy reusing some of your special … [Read more...] about Gift Wrap with Recycled Christmas Cards
Used Christmas Card Ornaments
You can recycle your old holiday greeting cards into used Christmas card ornaments. With a few cuts and folds, a little tape or glue, and some glitter you can make old greeting cards into ornaments perfect to hang on your Christmas tree. This is a craft that is fun for kids, too, so plan an evening for the family to create ornaments together. Have a few snacks and make it … [Read more...] about Used Christmas Card Ornaments
Greeting Card Houses
by Noreen Doll. Small greeting card houses can be made from any kind of Christmas card or greeting card. These small houses are perfect for holding a tiny gift. You could also fold paper money small enough to fit inside one. Greeting card houses can also be used as Christmas tree ornaments or gift package tie ons. Once you have learned to make a few of them, you can … [Read more...] about Greeting Card Houses
Edgar Allen Poe Topiary
© by Noreen Doll. An Edgar Allen Poe topiary is perfect for Halloween. He was a master of creepy story telling, and The Raven is one of his works. You can even use some recyclables to make this easy topiary. What You Need A Black Bird Styrofoam Ball Newspaper - Cut into 2 inch squares Tacky Glue or other glue Recycled Tin Can Wood Dowel - 10 1/2 … [Read more...] about Edgar Allen Poe Topiary
Creepy Crawly Pumpkin Topiary
By Noreen Doll. Craft a creepy crawly pumpkin topiary to decorate your Halloween table. I try not to use expensive items for crafting because I know lots of people couldn't afford to make crafts if it required purchasing expensive supplies. And I like to recycle as much as possible. So head to your recycle bin for most of your supplies and finish up at … [Read more...] about Creepy Crawly Pumpkin Topiary
Recycled Gift Wrap Ideas
by Noreen Doll. I love recycled gift wrap ideas. By reusing things to wrap presents, you can let your creativity go wild and end up with some really unique gift wraps. And they're free! Some Items You Can Recycle Into Gift Wrapping. With a little thought, you can recycle almost anything into an interesting package. Bags of all kinds: fabric, paper, and … [Read more...] about Recycled Gift Wrap Ideas
Greeting Card Gift Boxes
By Noreen Doll. Recycle used cards into greeting card gift boxes. This is a great way to reuse your cards and make clever gift boxes at the same time. You can't make really large boxes because the cards aren't large enough, but these boxes would be a perfect place for many small gifts. Because the cards are colorful, you won't need wrapping paper - just tie with a … [Read more...] about Greeting Card Gift Boxes
No Sew Fingerless Gloves
By Noreen Doll. (Look for my sewing version of fingerless gloves on Jewelry Making Journal.) Make a quick pair of no-sew fingerless gloves from a pair of knee socks. During cold weather, when I am working at my computer or crafting, my wrists and hands often get very cold. Because I need my fingers free to type or craft, I can't wear gloves for warmth. And … [Read more...] about No Sew Fingerless Gloves
