Turn Your Trash to Treasure With These 6 DIY Upcycle Projects

Spring cleaning doesn’t have to mean throwing away everything you don’t use. With a little time and creativity, you can breathe new life into your old stuff by repurposing it–or “upcycling.”
Just like recycling, upcycling is a great way to practice environmental responsibility because it reduces waste. So if you’re looking for a fun Earth Day activity, you’ve come to the right place. Here are six easy DIY upcycle projects to turn your trash into treasure:
1. Make a tote bag from your broken umbrella
Here’s how: Untrendy Life
2. Turn your old t-shirts into a tent for your cat
Here’s how: jessyratfink on Instructables
3. Create refrigerator magnets from old jewelry
Here’s how: LiveLoveDIY
4. Use old drawers for underbed storage
Here’s how: Olive and Love
5. Organize your cables and cords with toilet paper rolls
Here’s how: berserk on Instructables
6. Turn an old tire into a pretty planter
Here’s how: DIY Show Off
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