DIY & Crafts
15 Upcycling Ideas to Transform your Old Stuff
We all have stuff that no longer serves any purpose around the house, but we still have trouble getting rid of it. If you ask us, almost any item can be upcycled into something new and improved — and doing so can help you save serious cash. That’s why we’ve rounded up our favorite upcycling ideas that will show you just how many possibilities there are. Use this list to find upcycling ideas to get inspiration to start a project of your own. You may be surprised at how much fun it is to reinvent products and imbue your favorite things with new life.
1. Upcycle Used Plastic Bottles In Beautiful Lanterns
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2. Upcycle Old Tires Into Colorful Tyrochairs
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3. Repurpose Lampshades Into Stunning Vases
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4. Old Ladder Into Bookshelf
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5. No-Sew Zipper Cases from Plastic Bottles
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6. Upcycled Backpack Vintage Door
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7. Upcycled Broken Chair For Your Bathroom
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8. Upcycled Suitcase Into Coffee Table
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9. Mason Jar Pendant Lights
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10. Old Chest of Drawers to Wine Bar
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11. Lightbulbs Into Oil Lamps
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12. Old TV Into Aquarium
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