Parent-made DIY projects for kids are endlessly satisfying; there's the fun of planning, sourcing materials or working with what you have, and lovingly making something that you hope your children will enjoy for a long time. But what happens when interest wanes? Give it an afterlife. This planter box used to be a sandbox. More

Craft beer bottle labels and their graphics can be as creative and diverse as the brews themselves and in my case, having a boyfriend who can describe a good craft beer like a bottle of fine wine, the bottles are easy to come by. This smart tutorial by Stylelist is a great way to repurpose the empties. All it takes are a few basic tools, a little time and safety goggles.
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If diaper recycling isn't happening in a neighborhood near you, here's the next best thing for parents who want the convenience of disposables: 100% compostable diapers. More

Great inspiration can come from garbage, as is the case with the Reborn cardboard sofa from Korean design studio Monocomplex. More

In an innovative environmental scheme, Scotland will be launching a new recycling program that transforms old nappies (that's dirty diapers, for those of us across the pond) into garden furniture, roof tiles, and railway sleepers. More

I have a confession to make. I'm a tech hoarders and I've got a problem — boxes upon boxes of old tech gear that I'm unable to part ways with for fear I might need something obscure someday, or for nostalgia's sake. Join me as I face reality — here's what is worth keeping and what's ready to go: More

Once their MetroCards are used up or expired, many New Yorkers toss them aside in the subway stations. Artist Nina Boesch sees those ubiquitous blue and yellow cards as the perfect medium for her upcycled mosaics. More

You have a funky but shabby chair that you can't bear getting rid of — or an incredible chain store sofa, but are unhappy with the boring stock fabric options. You want to get upholstery work done but are new to this and have no clue what such a project would cost. Well, read on! More

If you're hosting an outdoor party or picnic, garland can really make the space feel special. Consider dressing up that rooftop, park tree, or backyard fence with one of these: More

Today's One Minute Tip comes from Fay Wolf, with two ways to re-think why we hold on to things. More