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creative jewelry organization 187x300 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #344 Creative Jewelry Organizers

Jewelry boxes just can't compare to these creative jewelry organizers made from recycled items from around your home.  Paint an antique cheese grater to hold your dangling earrings.  Place a branch into a rock filled base for a hanging all your necklaces.  String lace in rows across an old picture frame for hanging all your ...

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upycle sweater boot cuteness 204x300 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #342 Cute Boot Sock from an Old Sweater

Remember this tip for fall!  Upcycle an old sweater and sew up a cuff to use as a mock boot sock.  This gives a wonderful layer of texture without all the bulkiness in the boot itself. This would be a great use for sweaters that don't fit any more, have stains, or have a small hole ...

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old tv turned dog bed 205x300 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #338 Upcycle Console TV into Dog Bed

Does your sweet, little furry friend need a new bed?  Check out this upcycle project for transforming an old console tv into a doggie bed. If you don't have one of these classic TV's lying around, check Freecycle and Craigslist for free ones. Photo courtesy of Endorsed by Igor. Natural & Thrifty in 365 is a year-long series ...

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felted sweater blanket quilt easy tutorial 300x187 Natural and Thrifty in 365: #273 Felted Sweater Blanket

I have not made a quilt before but this wool blanket makes me feel like cultivating a new skill.  With small squares of funky, felted sweaters,  you piece together this upcycled project little by little. I am seriously tempted to dig out the whole family's winter wool for this upcycle/recycle project. Photo courtesy of Recover Girl. Natural & ...

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