Go Make Something

Turning something headed for the trash into an art object is something most altered artists relish. Try these lessons for an introduction to altered art.

Here are a few ideas on what to do with those free paint sample cards.

A really simple way to turn your old CDs into art.

Turn scrap papers into lovely beads.

Recycle your junk mail into sturdy handmade paper.

Here’s a simple way to let your AOL folders do the hard work of pattern development.

Recycle your old CDs into little handmade books.

Here’s a great way to recycle this year’s store-bought cards into next year’s handmades.

Turn glass baby food jars into clever gift packaging.

Here’s how to recycle old game boards into new journals.

Give old glass bottles new life with some scrap paper and labels.

Here’s how I recycled some of my glass into silly Halloween potion bottles.

Here’s a quick lesson on turning Altoids tins into ornaments or shrines.

Recycle your empty water bottles, and send a friend a surprise.

How I turned some old CDs into transparent ornaments.

Recycle your pretty gift boxes into simple handmade books.