Adorable Recycled Craft Projects

Abbey, 8, shows how you turn your old junk into new treasures

By Shannon Phillips

Adorable Recycled Craft ProjectsHere are three fun ways to get a start on spring cleaning. Turn old books, sweaters and even paint cans into new, practical and fun projects your junior crafter will find plenty of use for.

sewing

Sew it Over Your Shoulder

“This bag is cool. I am going to take some of my mom’s old sweaters and make some more bags!”

book-making

Cover Your Scraps

“My favourite craft was the book. I like to copy pictures so having cartoons right where I was drawing made it easy.”

painting and planting

Paint the Pot Green

“This is a great idea. Anyone who likes gardening would like this and kids my age could do it.”

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