Reusing materials has become increasingly popular in decoration, providing sustainable and creative solutions for the home. If you have found cardboard tubes and old windows with shutters, you are about to create a unique piece:…
When it comes to play, the possibilities are endless. However, the fun can go beyond leisure time. Imagine transforming an old suitcase into a dollhouse, where storing toys becomes part of the fun. In this…
Sustainable decoration has been gaining more and more space in homes, especially with the growing concern for the environment and the need to reuse materials that would otherwise be discarded. A creative way to give a new life…
In Brazil, food waste is one of the main challenges faced, resulting in large volumes of waste that end up in landfills and dumps. However, a simple and effective solution to combat this problem is to use parts of…
In Brazil, food waste is a worrying issue, especially when we consider the amount of nutrients that are discarded along with fruit peels. In the case of papaya peels, this waste is even more significant, as it…
If you’ve ever found yourself with a pile of plastic spoons after a party or event, don’t throw them away! With a little creativity and effort, you can make a chandelier out of spoons that not only beautifies your…
Reusing recyclable materials is an essential practice these days. PET bottles, in particular, are widely used around the world and offer an excellent opportunity to create handmade pieces. In this article, you will learn how to make a…
Recycling is an essential practice in our society, and one of the most creative examples of reusing materials can be seen in the work of artists who use tires to create sculptures. This waste, often discarded inappropriately,…
With increasing environmental awareness and the need to reduce the use of plastic bags, eco-friendly bags have become essential items for everyday life. These reusable bags are practical, sustainable and can be very stylish. However,…
Giving new uses to objects that are on the verge of being discarded is a practice that is increasingly valued in times of sustainability. Among these objects, old ladders have gained prominence due to their versatility and decorative potential. Reusing old ladders…
Artist and craft teacher Cláudia Gianini shows how it is possible to reuse PET bottles, transforming them into craft pieces. To make a glass from a 2-liter soda bottle, you will need a box cutter, scissors, a ruler, a flat iron plate (the kind used to fry bread) or an iron, embossing paint, marine varnish and a 3 cm diameter iron pipe (found in hardware stores).