Top 10 Recycled Magazine Crafts
Recycled magazine art is a form all its own!

Instead of tossing out that pile of old magazines you have lying around, turn them into one of the Top 10 Recycled Magazine Crafts! Not only is making crafts from recycled material fun and easy, its also kind to the environment. With these amazing suggestions on how to use up all those old magazines, you'll find yourself with an empty magazine rack in no time.
These recycled magazine crafts are also great for teens and tweens and a fun way for the whole family to craft together on a rainy or snowy afternoon. If you like to make easy paper crafts or need an excuse to get rid of that giant stack of magazines, now is the time to get to work.
There are plenty of recycled magazine crafts and these ideas are sure to get your creative juices flowing. If you've ever wanted to know how to make magazine paper crafts that look sophisticated, you're in luck. These crafts with magazines are versatile, practical and eco-friendly.
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Cool Paper Crafts
- Upcycled Water Jug Bank
Recycled magazine crafts give you a chance to transform a boring object into a work of art. A water jug may not seem like an opportunity to show off your artistic skills, but this project will change your mind.
- Sunburst Clock
Start your day with a burst of color. Turn a boring old clock into a work of art - all you have to do is add old magazine pages. You only need a few common supplies like scissors and glue to complete this recycle craft.
- How to Create a Magazine Purse
This is truly a recycling double whammy because not only do you use recycled magazines, but you also need a pair of old jeans. There's no need to head to the craft store when you're creating crafts from recycled materials.
- Tin Can Pencil Holder
Here's another recycle craft idea that uses a variety of eco-friendly supplies to create one meaningful piece. If you're looking for crafts to make with magazines and tin cans, this is the project for you.
- Beautiful Paper Beads
Recycled magazine crafts tend to be related to home decor or gift wrapping. Well, it's time to expand your knowledge about recycled magazine crafts and create homemade jewelry. Save big on your next bracelet or necklace by creating your own handmade beads.
- Recycled Magazine Floral Wreath Easy Paper Craft
No matter the time of year, you can't go wrong with a decorative wreath. Some crafts to make with magazines aren't fun to look at, but this one really breaks the mold. Decorate your door during the spring or summer and enjoy the pretty colors and unexpected look.
Crafts from Recycled Materials
- Shredded Paper Framed Art
Decorate your wall with a handmade piece of art. Shred the pages of an old magazine and cut out some inspiring words or phrases. Add them to a shadowbox and hang it on the wall. Recycled magazine crafts don't have to be complicated or time-consuming. In fact, you can create this project in an afternoon.
- Repurposed Magazine Gift Bags
Giving a gift in a boring bag is just criminal. Show someone how much you care by creating recycled magazine crafts that really stick out. This gift bag is both pretty and eye-catching - it won't get lost among a sea of store-bought wrapping paper.
- Recycled Magazine Cork Board
This clever and thrifty cork board is a great addition to your craft room or office. Use magazine pages to create a cool border around your cork board for a decoration that's pretty and functional!
- Green Crafting Gift Wrap Bow
Why spend money on all those holiday bows when you can easily make your own? This tutorial will teach you how to create your own paper bows out of old magazine pages.
One you start making crafts from recycled materials, you'll want to find new and innovative ways to craft with recyclables. Luckily, our collection of 1000+ Recycled Crafts features a ton of fun and innovative ways to craft with what you have. 1000+ Recycled Crafts
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mulberrygalprinces s
Aug 11, 2018
This is one of my favorite things. Recycling old papers and magazines. Magazines make for more colorful projects. I just glanced thru these ideas and they appear very easy and take very little to turn out done mighty unique and pretty items. I can't wait to get working on them with my grand daughter.

Ask93 7929298
Mar 01, 2016
Here is an article definitely worth pinning! There are so many great ideas I had to save this for later. I will be referring to this many times I m sure. We pile up those magazines at our house we can't bear to recycle them, and the towers of old magazines are becoming over whelming. Not anymore thanks to these awesome ideas. Thanks

LorindaDoster
May 23, 2014
Using your used materials can save you cash instead of buying new one. Recycling like used plastic bottle is one way process to create new things. In some states, recycling fraud occur when a law regarding on recycling the plastic bottled passed. Your search is over, all of the info you need is at MatchFinancial.com.

Member 8322904
Oct 04, 2013
what ever happened to the angel that you make out of your phone book? Doesnt anyone do that one anymore I am sure that one can be changed around to be more festive for christmas

sylviaj71 2962315
Sep 14, 2013
it sounds like fun. I have never seen anything made from mag. I would like to find a pattern if u can help me. thank you, jeannie

melmurphy89 871228 0
Jan 19, 2011
hahaha thats too funny! that is my post on crafters!... the magazine bag! here is the updated version though. and by updated i mean still yearrrsss old. http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=61439.msg581969#msg581969

Sweet Linda
Dec 30, 2010
When I click on: 10 Things to Do with Old Wine Bottles, I am taken to the favecrafts.com home page. I have tried left clicking same results. I have tried right clicking, asking it to open in a new tab as well as a new page same results. Is this web site no longer available? Thanks.
soosan
Dec 30, 2010
There is no mention of beadmaking with magazines. It can really make beautiful beads. I first found out about it from a gift from a friend. In other countries, women are making them to provide for their families.

gayleweatherford 1 309352
Sep 30, 2013
Yes!! I agree! You can make the coolest paper beads.All you do is cut the paper in the shape of a long triangle.Glue the end and make sure it doesn't unwind.You can use a pencil,sewing hook or wood dowel as your tool to wind the paper around.You start at the wide end and tightly wind around the "pencil" till the pointed end comes last.After the glue has dried,then cover the bead w/h a acrylic sealer.Let dry at least 24 hrs.This is a great craft for kids!!

Dot0711
Jun 10, 2010
When you click into the article, you also need to click on "garbage can" in the 2nd paragraph and it will take you to the site that gives you instruction and pictures. It's a beautiful craft and I'm going to give it a try!

ladykalous
May 08, 2010
When you go the site for the trash can, it doesnt really give youany intruction on what to do! I was really disappointed.

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