DIY

35 New Uses For Old Newspapers And Magazines

Don't worry, these are less offensive than DIY book projects...

Posted on October 30, 2013, 18:03 GMT

1. Starburst Clock

Who needs numbers on their clocks? Instructions here.

2. Trashcan

OR an even better recycling bin, because you know, you're recycling the materials. See the tutorial here.

3. Envelopes

4. 3D Butterfly Art

More ideas and tutorial here.

5. Subscription Card Bracelet

6. Award Ribbons

7. Mini Basket

That underwater basket weaving class is coming in handy. Instructions here.

8. Wallpaper

9. Notebooks

Cool journal, bro. Additional steps here.

10. Pop Art

11. Origami Bows

These will make any gift pop! Perfect your bow here.

12. Hanging Triangle Banner

Get your party started the right way with this banner.

13. Cutout Art

14. Newspaper Dress

15. Sculptures

16. Placemats

17. Suitcase Pattern

Don't buy a new duffel Ever. Again. Step-by-step guide here.

18. Wedding Bouquet

19. Silhouettes

Forget the bear, you need to make one of your cat, ASAP. Click here for directions.

20. Side Tables

For the "I'm too lazy to get real tables" part of you. Furnish your home with this tutorial.

21. News Nails

22. Enhanced Leaves

Nature meets journalism. Follow these instructions.

23. Frames

Directions here.

24. Confetti Magazine Bowls

25. Wreaths

This craft is proven to get more knocks on your door.

26. Gift Bags

Click here for the bag on the left and here for the right.

27. Coasters

28. Decoupaged Chairs

For more pictures click here.

Check out the comments on this post for simple instructions.

29. Hair Bow

30. Small Bags

Perfect for little knickknacks. Tutorial here.

31. Garland

32. Trivet

33. Soil Pots

The inexpensive way to grow plants from scratch.

34. Beads

35. Sailor Hats