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The BASE Project was created by entrepreneurial twin brothers, Chris and Doug Akin. Their goal? To bridge the gab between developing countries and global business markets. Above, PVC pipe upcycled jewelry from Himba tribe artisans in Namibia, Africa. 
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The BASE Project was created by entrepreneurial twin brothers, Chris and Doug Akin. Their goal? To bridge the gab between developing countries and global business markets. Above, PVC pipe upcycled jewelry from Himba tribe artisans in Namibia, Africa. 

Fantastic!

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    • #base project
    • #chris akin
    • #doug akin
    • #africa
    • #craft
    • #artisan
    • #art
    • #bracelet
    • #jewelry
    • #PVC
    • #pipe
    • #upcycle
    • #recycle
    • #reuse
    • #tribal
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Go ahead. Make something out of nothing. We dare you. 
Awesome upcycled Pallet Nightstand, here from, The Design Pallet.
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Go ahead. Make something out of nothing. We dare you. 

Awesome upcycled Pallet Nightstand, here from, The Design Pallet.

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    • #environment
    • #pallet
    • #upcycle
    • #design
    • #art
    • #furniture
    • #nightstand
    • #reuse
    • #recycle
    • #desk
    • #table
    • #home
    • #decor
    • #forrage
    • #trade
    • #project
    • #craft
    • #DIY
    • #etsy
    • #the design pallet
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Dutch mailbags transformed into stylish and secure device cases. Made in Holland by Bliinq. Upcycling that deserves some iPlause (get it?).
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Dutch mailbags transformed into stylish and secure device cases. Made in Holland by Bliinq. Upcycling that deserves some iPlause (get it?).

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    • #ipad
    • #ipod
    • #iphone
    • #imac
    • #macbook pro
    • #sleeve
    • #case
    • #mail
    • #reuse
    • #recycle
    • #upcycle
    • #typography
    • #hipster
    • #trendy
    • #burlap
    • #bliinq
    • #holland
    • #dutch
    • #design
    • #art
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Try adding a little personality to your entrance. After all, it IS the face of your home. DesignSponge showcases a “DIY stitched screen door project” that adds a little funk to an otherwise, mundane stoop. 
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Try adding a little personality to your entrance. After all, it IS the face of your home. DesignSponge showcases a “DIY stitched screen door project” that adds a little funk to an otherwise, mundane stoop. 

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    • #hello
    • #stoop
    • #porch
    • #door
    • #screen
    • #stitch
    • #DIY
    • #project
    • #craft
    • #reuse
    • #recycle
    • #reinvent
    • #upcycle
    • #art
    • #design
    • #welcome
    • #designsponge
    • #forrage
    • #trade
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An awesome before / after vintage chair facelift. Houzz showcases a DIY run-through for five “castaway” chairs and matching table. Give forgotten furniture a second chance.
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An awesome before / after vintage chair facelift. Houzz showcases a DIY run-through for five “castaway” chairs and matching table. Give forgotten furniture a second chance.

More here.

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    • #houzz
    • #house
    • #decor
    • #chair
    • #dining
    • #kitchen
    • #design
    • #art
    • #recycle
    • #reuse
    • #reinvent
    • #upcycle
    • #enhance
    • #DIY
    • #home
    • #table
    • #sew
    • #refurbish
    • #forrage
    • #trade
    • #swap
    • #find
    • #found
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Upcycled Dachshund, anyone? Check out more amazing upcycled creations by Hatchett Designs. Darlene Hatchett’s work can be seen all over the U.S. in stores ranging from Nordstrom to American Eagle. Putting found objects to use.
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Upcycled Dachshund, anyone? Check out more amazing upcycled creations by Hatchett Designs. Darlene Hatchett’s work can be seen all over the U.S. in stores ranging from Nordstrom to American Eagle. Putting found objects to use.

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    • #dachshund
    • #dog
    • #ruler
    • #upcycle
    • #recycle
    • #reuse
    • #home
    • #decor
    • #design
    • #art
    • #wall
    • #hatchett designs
    • #forrage
    • #refurbish
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TEN REASONS TO JOIN FORRAGE
#5 - See what your stuff can buy.
You may be an artist. You may own a yellow blender. You may have purchased 7 umbrellas one rainy November. Whatever the case, you may have items worth trading. Use Forrage’s concept of “reverse shopping” to see what your specific items can trade for. In other words, post and item, and Forrage will tell you what you can get in return.
Sign-up to be a Forrage.com beta tester!
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TEN REASONS TO JOIN FORRAGE

#5 - See what your stuff can buy.

You may be an artist. You may own a yellow blender. You may have purchased 7 umbrellas one rainy November. Whatever the case, you may have items worth trading. Use Forrage’s concept of “reverse shopping” to see what your specific items can trade for. In other words, post and item, and Forrage will tell you what you can get in return.

Sign-up to be a Forrage.com beta tester!

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    • #Forrage
    • #swap
    • #trade
    • #blender
    • #artist
    • #art
    • #design
    • #umbrella
    • #rain
    • #shopping
    • #fashion
    • #reuse
    • #recycle
    • #upcycle
    • #environment
    • #consumption
    • #consumerism
    • #buy
    • #stuff
    • #donate
    • #beta
    • #painting
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Fantastic installation art by artist, David Mach. Reusing objects, like furniture, magazines, tedy bears, and matchsticks, Mach designs and constructs awe-inspiring installations like the two exhibited above (Like a Virgin and Fuel for the Fire).

View more David Mach, here.

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    • #david mach
    • #art
    • #design
    • #installation
    • #virgin mary
    • #piano
    • #furniture
    • #home decor
    • #magazines
    • #junk mail
    • #reuse
    • #recycle
    • #upcycle
    • #forrage
    • #trade
    • #swap
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These DIY painted curtains add a handmade feel to any space. Dress up older drapes with a swipe of the ol’ brush.
Tutorial by Smile and Wave.
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These DIY painted curtains add a handmade feel to any space. Dress up older drapes with a swipe of the ol’ brush.

Tutorial by Smile and Wave.

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    • #drapes
    • #curtains
    • #chevron
    • #tribal
    • #geometric
    • #hipster
    • #home decor
    • #design
    • #living room
    • #paint
    • #DIY
    • #project
    • #craft
    • #space
    • #reuse
    • #recycle
    • #upcycle
    • #art
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Ryter Design showcases a selection of artistic uses for recycled PET bottles. From trash to transformed. 
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Ryter Design showcases a selection of artistic uses for recycled PET bottles. From trash to transformed. 

More here.

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    • #PET
    • #plastic
    • #recycle
    • #reuse
    • #upcycle
    • #candle holder
    • #newspaper
    • #Ryter Design
    • #home decor
    • #trash
    • #garbage
    • #rubbish
    • #art
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Wooden clothes hangers give this fruit bowl a bit of upcycle love. Elegant, modern, and all natural, reusable awesomeness.
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Wooden clothes hangers give this fruit bowl a bit of upcycle love. Elegant, modern, and all natural, reusable awesomeness.

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    • #fruit
    • #bowl
    • #table
    • #apples
    • #hangers
    • #clothes
    • #modern
    • #decor
    • #design
    • #wood
    • #serve
    • #dinner
    • #reuse
    • #recycle
    • #upcycle
    • #art
    • #natural
    • #DIY
    • #project
    • #craft
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It’s teatime - all the time - with these DIY reusable tea bags. If you’re a big tea drinker, reduce your teabag waste with these little beauties. Great for parties or gifts.

Drink up!

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    • #tea
    • #teabag
    • #reuse
    • #recycle
    • #upcycle
    • #fabric
    • #party
    • #wedding
    • #gift
    • #holidays
    • #teatime
    • #present
    • #entertain
    • #decor
    • #design
    • #art
    • #vintage
    • #retro
    • #shabby chic
    • #cloth
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Wall art that takes a little elbow grease is both rewarding and easy on your wallet. Check out this DIY geometrical wall decor project. If carefully constructed and placed, shadows add an extra dimension to your wall space.
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Wall art that takes a little elbow grease is both rewarding and easy on your wallet. Check out this DIY geometrical wall decor project. If carefully constructed and placed, shadows add an extra dimension to your wall space.

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    • #geometric
    • #triangle
    • #tribal
    • #shadow
    • #DIY
    • #wall
    • #decor
    • #home
    • #art
    • #design
    • #upcycle
    • #recycle
    • #reuse
    • #project
    • #craft
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Amazing upcycled creations by Spanish art and design team, Bel & Bel. 
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Amazing upcycled creations by Spanish art and design team, Bel & Bel. 

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    • #spanish
    • #design
    • #art
    • #car
    • #upcycle
    • #sofa
    • #chair
    • #recycle
    • #reinvent
    • #reuse
    • #bel & bel
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On a mission to prove the importance of package design, Justin Gignac, set forth to collect, package, and redistribute….garbage. “Garbage of New York City” is a fascinating juxtaposition between littered streets and forgotten tales. Each package tells its own unique story using, yes, straight-up garbage.

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    • #garbage
    • #justin gignac
    • #recycle
    • #reuse
    • #package
    • #design
    • #NYC
    • #new york
    • #story
    • #upcycle
    • #trash
    • #rubbish
    • #streets
    • #tale
    • #collect
    • #redistribute
    • #art
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    L’ALLUMEUSE by La Firme is an ‘explosive’ design. A simpel, minimal and intriguing lamp.

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