Upcycling DIY pattern

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Upcycling isn’t just trendy — it’s also a really great thing to do.
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Upcycling means creating something new and beautiful from seemingly useless items. I’d like to show you an example: Here you can see ordinary small jam jars that would otherwise have ended up in the glass recycling bin. But mine have been given a new lease of life as lanterns. For crocheting, you can use thick crochet yarn or jute twine. You’ll find all the details in the free crochet pattern for the lantern.

I hope you enjoy it. Best wishes — Ina



I have another example of using up leftovers from things that seem useless. This time it’s about my leftover yarn/felting wool scraps. All little strands and tiny scraps that aren’t really enough for anything anymore. BUT: You can make a great cat toy ball from them. Exactly how to do it is explained in the free pattern.
I hope you enjoy it. Best wishes - Ina

Great idea with the lanterns. Thanks for the pattern.

Great idea. I’m going to try this out right away with the tealight holder. Since Easter is just around the corner, I’ll fill the jar with chocolate eggs as a little gift. Thank you very much.

Here I have a great upcycling DIY pattern for you. All you need is some leftover yarn and a large empty yogurt jar, and you can create a lovely lantern that you can give as a gift or, of course, keep for yourself.

You can easily crochet the lantern in your favorite colors, so you’ll always have a nice little gift on hand. With a tea light inside, it creates a cozy atmosphere during the Christmas season, on a long, relaxing summer evening on the patio, in the living room, in the hallway, as a decoration for the guest bathroom, and so on...

The pattern is easy for beginners to follow, as it includes plenty of pictures and detailed step-by-step instructions.

You can find all additional information—such as the required stitches, the materials used, and the crochet pattern—here: Crochet Pattern: Crocheted Jars "Light Magic"

Are there any more upcycling patterns?