35 New Uses For Old Newspapers And Magazines

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

    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