Frugal Family Fun Blog » Earth Day http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com Good times on a budget! Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:43:06 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 10 Things You Can Make from Cereal Boxes http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/2011/08/10-things-you-can-make-from-cereal-boxes.html http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/2011/08/10-things-you-can-make-from-cereal-boxes.html#comments Sun, 14 Aug 2011 03:12:59 +0000 Valerie http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/?p=5875 ...Read the Rest]]> Have some empty cereal boxes on-hand?? Don’t throw them away! Here are 10 inspiring ways to transform ordinary empty cereal boxes into amazing home decor items, organizational bins, toys, and more!

Cereal Boxes for Organization

from Urban Nest

 

from Martha Stewart

 

from Katydid & Kid

 

Cereal Boxes for Home Decor

Can you believe these lanterns were made from a cereal box?? Get the full tutorial at Choose to Thrive.

 

Tutorial at By Stephanie Lynn

 

Cereal box trivet and coaster set found at Green is Universal

 

Toys Made from Cereal Boxes

Marble Run found at Made by Joel

 

Play guitars found via Frakers Acres

 

Suitcase goodie bags found at Nounces Design

 

Cereal box weaving at Pink and Green Mama

Inspired yet? You can find more ideas for empty cereal boxes on our Made from Cereal Boxes Pinterest board ((Thanks, Yelena!)) Find some empty cereal boxes and make something fun!!!

Wishing you and your family a lovely (and frugal) weekend!

]]> http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/2011/08/10-things-you-can-make-from-cereal-boxes.html/feed 9 Happy Earth Day!! http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/2011/04/happy-earth-day.html http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/2011/04/happy-earth-day.html#comments Fri, 22 Apr 2011 17:34:03 +0000 Valerie http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/?p=5150 ...Read the Rest]]> Emily and I visited a local playground today to pick up some litter and be kind to the Earth. We brought along our friend “Bob”, the trash-eating dinosaur!! Hear him ROAR!!!!

Long before we had kids, Bob lived in Mark’s dorm room in college, so he’s a long time friend of ours.

Picking up trash is lots more fun with Bob around to help!!

Nom, nom, nom!!!

He was particularly fond of finding aluminum cans to recycle — good work, Bob!!

In the end, Bob “gobbled up” an entire garbage bag full of trash, and recycled several cans and plastic bottles!

Wishing you and your family a very Happy Earth Day!!

]]> http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/2011/04/happy-earth-day.html/feed 13 Toys You Can Make from Recyclables http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/2011/03/toys-you-can-make-from-recyclables.html http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/2011/03/toys-you-can-make-from-recyclables.html#comments Wed, 30 Mar 2011 03:37:24 +0000 Valerie http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/?p=5013 ...Read the Rest]]> It is no secret that we love to craft with recyclables — we consider them to be FREE art supplies! Making your own toys from recyclables is a great way to reinforce the concept of conservation, and introduce the kiddos to early eco-friendly habits. Here are some EASY projects to get you started!

If you can wrap a present, you can make these lightweight blocks. Be sure to cover them with clear packaging tape, and they will last for a long time! Try other versions with larger cereal boxes too. These were a big hit with Clara!!

Both of my kiddos had a great time with rhythm sticks, musical instruments, and even an entire homemade rhythm set — all of which were made from recyclables!

This sweet lil’ mushroom house is one of Emily’s favorites, and it was super-simple to make from an empty oatmeal canister. It has provided lots of imaginative play time fun!

Have fun!!

]]> http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/2011/03/toys-you-can-make-from-recyclables.html/feed 6 Crafting with Recyclables – Design a Robot Kit http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/2010/04/crafting-with-recyclables-design-robot.html http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/2010/04/crafting-with-recyclables-design-robot.html#comments Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:06:00 +0000 Valerie http://www.frugalfamilyfunblog.com/2010/04/22/crafting-with-recyclables-design-a-robot-kit/ ...Read the Rest]]> In honor of Earth Day, I thought we would do another fun craft with recyclables — a kit to design your own robot! Of course, we craft with recyclables year round, since it’s better for the environment, plus I consider them to be free art supplies. Emily has been on a robot kick lately, as seen here, so this craft was a big hit at our house!
To make the robot, I used an empty potato chip bag, washed it thoroughly and allowed it to dry completely. Then, I turned the bag inside out, and cut several shapes for the front and back of the head, body, arms, and legs. I ran each piece through my sewing machine with a zig-zag stitch around the outline, and trimmed them with pinking shears.
My original idea was to attach magnets to the backs of each piece and let Emily have a go at designing her own robot on the refrigerator. However, Emily preferred to have all the pieces sewn together, and instead decorated her robot with gem stickers (to look like lights!).
I wasn’t sure whether or not the stickers would work on the mylar surface, but they stuck just fine! She added lots of “lights” to her robot!
Then… play!!!
I never knew a robot could be such a cuddly friend!
I think a smaller version of these robots would make fantastic gift tags for a special birthday gift! Happy Earth Day!!
For more craft ideas featuring recyclables, check out our Recycling Craft Round Up!
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In honor of Earth Day, we are having a special giveaway on Frugal Family Fun Blog! If you’ve been reading this blog for awhile, you probably know that I am a huge fan of Target. I am not affiliated with Target in any way — at least, not yet….. (hint, hint, Target people). However, their reusable shopping bags are my favorite for two reasons: 1. They are so stinkin’ cute!! and 2. They fold up so nicely (see above). 
I have had mine for a long time now, and they hold up quite well. Mine still look like new! I always get compliments on them, and I’m sure you will too.
Here’s how it looks opened up:

To enter for a chance to win, leave a comment with your best “green” tip on this post (be sure to include your email address). Winning entry will be chosen using random.org, and winner will be notified via email. This giveaway ends Wednesday, April 29th at 6pm EST. 
Good luck, and remember to use reusable shopping bags for all shopping, not just groceries!
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In honor of Earth Day, here are some links from the archives of our Earth Day craft and activity ideas that feature recycled materials. Enjoy!
Putting Recyclables to Good Use (Video from Newswatch 16 featuring Frugal Family Fun Blog)
What are your plans to celebrate Earth Day? I would love to hear your ideas. Leave a comment and share your story with us!
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