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DIY E-waste Project Ideas [Infographic]

July 30July 30Posted in DIY, other materials, Upcycle / Repurpose / ReuseTagged computer, consumerism, diy, donate, e-waste, electronic waste, infographic, landifll, rebuild, recycle, repurpose, reuse, tablet, technology, upcycleLeave a comment

Electronic waste, also known as E-waste, has become a significant problem for our planet. It includes consumer electronics like computers, cell phones, and fax machines. These items contain toxins like lead, cadmium, and mercury that leach into soil and drinking water. Fortunately, there has been significant attention paid to the issue of E-waste and the best ways we can reduce it. DIY projects using pieces that would otherwise end up in a landfill has long been a popular and practical craft concept. The uses of E-waste in creating exciting art and interesting crafts are practically endless.

Take a look at the infographic Metrofax Blog created below.

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Upcycling Wonders [Infographic]

July 23July 22Posted in Aluminium, Carton, DIY, Fabric, Glass, other materials, Paper, Upcycle / Repurpose / ReuseTagged benefits, diy, Home, infographic, Recycling, repurpose, reuse, trash, upcycle, Upcycling, zero waste2 Comments

The benefits of upcycling for green living and some DIY home projects that you can use in your home and can make your home look beautiful with products from trash to treasure is what this infographic by Noah Supply shows.

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DIY: Upcycled Pot holder from old Jeans [Infographic]

June 4June 3Posted in DIY, Fabric, Upcycle / Repurpose / ReuseTagged denim, how to, infographic, old jeans, pot holder, recycle, repurpose, reuse, tutorial, upcycle, upcycled, UpcyclingLeave a comment

Jeans are so durable and wear-resistant that they are a perfect fit for repurposing. Creating potholders are a great way to put them to work in the kitchen.

Follow this easy step-by-step guide to make your own:

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DIY Pallet Projects [Infographic]

May 28May 27Posted in DIY, Upcycle / Repurpose / Reuse, WoodTagged display, diy, eco, furniture, green, infographic, outdoors, pallet, platform, reclaimed, recycle, repurpose, reuse, tips, upcycle, Upcycling, wall decor, wooden6 Comments

“Pallet projects are on the rise, just because in the 21st century we’re recognizing the power of upcycling, and in seeing that there are multiple ways to use materials to create the effects we’re after. In days of yore, the humble pallet was overlooked.

The pallet was just a platform (literally!) to deliver the stuff that we needed to help us to transform our spaces for the better; flooring, tile, and other building materials that were the raw materials for our dream homes. But, that’s so 20th century!

As something of a salute to the potential of the pallet, and DIY pallet projects that are being conceived and created right now, here’s a graphic centered around what you can do with your pallets once your boxes of flooring, tile, etc are unpacked. Take a look!”

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