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Turning old coffee bags into a messenger bag

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Cuff 'em -- turning a shirt cuff into a soft phone case

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Next generation upcyclers?

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Everything is Everything Else, at least in New Mexico

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A lesson in making handmade paper

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How to turn a cigar box into a case for glasses

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From cheesy cookbook to placemat

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Turning an old windbreaker into the perfect yoga bag

January 27, 2013

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Velcro is NOT my friend, not anymore

January 13, 2013

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Old book illustrations become collaged notecards

January 06, 2013

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New life for old book pages -- upcycled snowflakes, packaging, and cards

December 22, 2012

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Holiday posts redux -- garlands, gift boxes and more

December 19, 2012

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My new favorite recycled book book

December 11, 2012

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Wha'sssup? Hoodie Hood to eReader Sleeve

November 21, 2012

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Frosty the Sofa: Land of the Free [Stuff], part 2

November 17, 2012

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Magnetic paint isn't...very

November 05, 2012

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