Upcycling, often referred to as creative reuse, is the act of turning waste, byproducts, and unwanted goods into new materials or goods that are thought to be of higher quality, such as having artistic or environmental significance.
Many people refer to it as "upcycling," which is defined in the following way by the website UpcycleThat.com: "The act of taking something no longer in use and giving it a second life and new function. By doing this, the final product frequently improves in usability, worth, and aesthetic appeal. I never toss anything away without first looking for a way to recycle it, repurpose it, or otherwise give it another chance at life. When it comes to home decor, you may build a lot of incredible do-it-yourself projects with items from around the house, including projects that utilize old objects that you were contemplating throwing away or giving.
How does upcycling work at home?
You probably already have a ton of goods lying around your house that may be reused and recycled, making upcycling at home simpler than you might imagine. In essence, you take something that already exists and put it to another purpose. For instance, you could add fairy lights to vintage glass bottles to transform them into vases or table lamps.
12 Example of upcycling home decor ideas
These suggestions are perfect for craft beginners because they are simple to implement. You can always ask your neighbors, acquaintances, or family members for help if you don't have the primary component needed for an upcycling job.
To that end, if you are seeking for present ideas for those who have recently purchased their first house, some of the items listed here are wonderful possibilities. Just make sure you have a good enough relationship with the receiver to understand their preferences.
1) DIY Gallery Wall
Painting an assortment of vintage frames might make them appear to be part of a coordinated set. Also, lots of people throw away frames since they are so inexpensive. Mine is a mishmash of things I found on the street or at local group giveaways, and I also picked up a few things at thrift stores to fill in the sizes I required. A coat of acrylic paint that complements the design of my family room gave it an appearance that is not only vibrant but also refined and cohesive. The fact that the frames already had some texture added to the already intriguing nature of the situation.
2) Decorative Flower Can
This spring, spruce up your porch or yard with these tin flowers made from recycled soda cans. I admire how lively they can be and the charmingly rustic feel they exude. Remove the top and then make perpendicular cuts to form flower shapes. The final step is to paint them in cheerful spring hues.
3) Animal Wall Hanging
Toy animals that have seen better days make adorable decorations for the walls of nurseries and playrooms. This was originally going to be a project for my boys' room, but it ended up moving to the basement playroom when we moved into our new house. To make this, you do NOT need to have any prior experience with macrame, nor do you require any nifty gadgets. A modest amount of cotton baker's twine provides an unassuming and natural appearance.
4) Teacup Candles
You can save money on filaments, dye, and fragrance by recycling old candles into new teacup candles. (unless you want to change or enhance the scent of the old candles). This is because candle filaments can be used multiple times. The financial benefits of this are enormous. While recycling is encouraged, paraffin wax isn't the most eco-friendly material, and most used candles will be made of this. Soy wax flakes, which produce no smoke when torched, are available if you'd like. Beeswax is another product I endorse due to the pleasant, sugary aroma it produces when heated.
5) Water bottle Garden
Do you often fail to remember to give your plants water? Here's a simple way to keep it in mind: Split the container in half vertically and thread the string through the neck. Water fills the lower half. A plant and earth are placed inverted into the upper section. The plant absorbs water through the string that runs through its center.
6) Repurpose Obsolete Compact Discs into Do-It-Yourself Doodle Discs
Have a collection of vintage LPs that you've previously digitized and stored away? Or perhaps it's the remnants of the old mixtures that you used to prepare and have stored away. Scratch art may be created using these thanks to the stunning iridescent base surface.
7) Make a Dreamcatcher
You can "cheat" and make dreamcatchers out of old doilies. This adorable do-it-yourself project would look adorable in the bedroom or nursery of a young girl. Even the ribbons that hang from the ceiling are optional, despite the fact that they do provide character.
8) Upcycled Drawer Shadowbox
Don't get rid of those drawers if you're getting rid of a nightstand or a dresser with fewer drawers. They are great for making shadow boxes to decorate your nursery or playroom, and putting one together isn't even that difficult.
9) Wreath Made From Recycled Book Pages
You can upcycle the pages of books that are either too tattered to be used, are missing pages, or appear to be unpopular with potential buyers. There are two types of upcycling involved here: Check out the tutorial to get more information about the other materials that Organized 31 used to build the awesome book page wreath.
10) DIY spoons
Which you can made as nail polish crafts, received a lot of positive feedback. Collect them in a jar, or use them to decorate larger spoons that have been drilled with holes and then hang them. Even though nail paint should not come into contact with food, it can still be used in areas that are not edible.
11) Garbage can flower gardens
Turning trashcans purchased at hardware stores or trashcans that you no longer need into planters is a great way to recycle metal trashcans or give trashcans a second chance at life. Put some wheels on it, and then fill it with your favorite flowers.
12) Soda Bottle Sprinkler
If you have a lawn or garden that needs to be watered, here is one of the more creative methods to reuse a plastic bottle: make a watering can out of it! Remove the top, then make a connection between the aperture of the bottle and the end of a hose using duct tape. Drill or poke holes all the way around the bottle. Voila! You have a handmade sprinkler.
13) Cellphone Charger
Repurpose an old container of lotion by transforming it into a charging station that conceals the cords. You will need to cut the bottle so that it has a "handle" that is large enough to be able to hang the device from the power charger. You can spruce it up so that it fits in better with its surroundings by applying a fabric exterior to it using Mod Podge. After it has had a chance to dry, you can hang it on your charger and conceal any unsightly cords inside of it.
We wish you a lot of fun while you're working on your new works. Why not inspire others to upcycle and spread the word about this fantastic environmentally friendly approach of decreasing trash, all while adding a splash of color to your home and wardrobe?
You probably already know how to recycle the packaging that comes on food products, but have you ever considered recycling or upcycling other materials for use in your house? We propose beginning your upcycling ideas on a modest scale and gradually expanding them. For instance, once the labels have been removed, jam jars make excellent storage containers for displays.
One of the top home builders in the Philippines, BRIA Homes is ready to make condominiums and house-and-lot packages more accessible to typical Filipino families. Upcycling ideas can help you decorate your home to make it more attractive. Bria homes are one of the houses that are easy to decorate because of its good design, so if you are planning to upcycling things, Bria homes is the best choice for you.
Visit the BRIA Homes website for additional information and inquiries.
Written by Bermon O. Ferreras