Our Zero G initiative encourages us to think differently about waste and find creative ways to make a positive impact on our planet. For your next craft project, try repurposing recyclables or everyday household items instead of throwing them away. Explore these fun fall craft ideas and challenge yourself to get creative, reduce waste, and give old materials a new life!
Junk Journal with Fallen Leaves
See those brown leaves scattered all over your lawn? Instead of raking them up, collect a few and use their different shapes and textures to decorate a page (or two) of your junk journal. Fallen leaves can be taped or glued to any paper to become labels, photo backgrounds, or shaped decorations.
The best part of a junk journal is that anything can become part of the art. Start with a vibe — spooky, chilly, cozy, etc. — then gather pieces that match. Some ideas (other than leaves): receipts, wrappers, polaroids, stickers, ticket stubs, or the mysterious scraps of paper in your junk drawer
Make Pumpkin Puff Garland
Fall simply doesn’t feel like fall without at least one pumpkin decoration, so why not get the fun started early? Make a string of pumpkin puff garland by wrapping orange yarn around your fingers, tying the middle, and fluffing it into a pumpkin shaped puff.
Once you’ve made as many tiny pumpkins as your heart desires, tie them onto a strand of twine and hang the garland around your home. The best part? These pumpkins don’t rot like the real ones do – you can pack them up and save them for next year when winter comes!
Make Recycled T-Shirt Bags
As you transition into your fall wardrobe, you’re bound to find some t shirts you (or your kids) don’t wear anymore. Instead of tossing them out or sending them to Goodwill, turn them into sturdy DIY tote bags.
Cut strips along the bottom of the shirt, then tie them together to form the base of the bag. Trim the sleeves and collar to create comfortable handles and you’ll have a soft, durable tote perfect for fall shopping, pumpkin picking, or hauling your craft supplies
Get Crafty!
Fall is on the horizon, and we can’t wait for the cozy creativity that comes with the changing temperatures, falling leaves, and crisp air of the season. Whether you’re gathering leaves for your junk journal, fluffing yarn pumpkins, or transforming old t shirts into new totes, each project is a chance to slow down and enjoy the season.