Welcome to upcycleDZINE
This is an independent upcycling blog that has proven to be a clever upcycle inspiration source for design and art ideas created by repurposing discarded items and giving them more value. This blog shows proves why upcycling is important and what the benefits are of repurposing.
DON'T MISS
Reclaimed Seatbelt Chair by Adam Barron
A seatbelt isn't an object you might think of upcycling. But there're some pretty nice upcycle designs out there that use them. Some time...
LIGHT READING: upcycled books by Lula Dot
Most of the people I know think that almost every sheet of paper is recycled. But in reality more and more books aren’t being...
LIGHTING
Recycled Tube Light chandelier by Castor Design
This design by Castor Design is a great way to Recycled tube lights. Another object that normally gets thrown away. Now it has a...
Mixer Beater lamp by Southern Restoration
A few weeks ago upcycleDZINE showed the 'Chef de Cuisine lamp' by Findelkind. A lamp made out of a kitchen whisk. Just like this...
HOMEWARE
Motorcycle parts furniture by Bike Furniture Design
Here's another designer who makes upcycle design out of used bicycle parts. Just like Andreas Scheiger and Oliver Staiano. But this designer, Andy Gregg,...
Film Canister End Table by Justin Neuhardt
Some people do have many qualities. For instance actors who are also great painters or musicians who can also act. And here's Justin Neuhardt...
UPCYCLE IDEAS | DIY
DIY: Vintage Suitcase Shelves by Ki Nassauer
A few months ago I saw a magazine with an intriguing picture of a wall. A wall you might think? Well the fascinating thing...
8 upcycle design ideas using inner tubes
In this second group post number two you'll find 8 stunning upcycle design ideas using inner tubes.
upcycleDZINE is a blog that only focuses on showing what...
FASHION
Vinyl eyewear by Tipton Eyeworks
Vinyl records are incredibly popular, even more then in 1997. And also making upcycle design with these records is quite popular. A very stylish example is Vinylize...
Flower Bouquet Bag by RE_STORE
Once in a while I come across design that doesn't only look good, but also is very clever. The design can stand out by...
ART | MUSIC
DISARM: Music from decommissioned weapons by Pedro Reyes
If you're against weapons you can protest with words. But another and more striking way is to 'say' it with a combination of art...
Dream Big and Dare to Fail
Today is a special day for me, it's my birthday, so time for something different. Yup, another year has gone by and a lot...
EDITOR'S PICK
Toolbox put on a pedestal by M&M designers
Sometimes I hear people say that it does not make sense to upcycle objects made out of metal. Because metal is one of the...
