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
Half = One: chair shelf and hanger by Tess Hill
One of the great things about upcycle design is that you learn to look at products in a different way. After having written about so...
Amazing and simple Take Out Light by Ideaka
Since I started this blog last year every day has been a surprise. And when I focused on upcycle design it became even more...
LIGHTING
MARTÉN: Wine barrel hoops chandelier by Barrel Atelier
Like I've said before, pallet wood is very popular among upcycle designers. But another object that is used quite a lot is an old wine...
Bicycle parts desk lamp by Bespoke Spokes
Okay, most of the upcycle items that I post on my blog are about lighting. I’ve always loved light, reflection and the design of...
HOMEWARE
Menorah: old candlesticks united by Reddish
Upcycle design is about giving a discarded or old object or material a second life, a new function. And at upcycleDZINE I'm trying to...
Recycled Bicycle Wine Rack out of old tyres by oopsmark
Well, today's featured design is for those who like to take their bicycle for a ride and love a bottle of wine. Let me...
UPCYCLE IDEAS | DIY
DIY: Industrial Side Table made out of a Crate by Bre...
If you're a person who likes to create things, you're probably familiar with DIY projects. It is so rewarding to look at something that...
DIY: Paper Clip Chandelier by The Flying Fox Art and Design
Early January and the days are getting longer, but most of the time it's still pretty early in the afternoon when it gets dark...
FASHION
Fork Bracelet by mama Joia
There are a lot of things you can upcycle. Not just bottles, skateboards and books. Take for instance silverware. I personally never thought...
Fashion made of leather car upholstery by Platinum Dirt
On this misty Monday I'm so glad to show you very stylish upcycle design made out of leather. Not new leather, otherwise it wouldn't be...
ART | MUSIC
Matchbox collections together form a grandfather clock
One of the interesting aspects of upcycling, and especially upcycle design, is the fact that designers take an everyday object and use it to...
Rising Moon: dome out of plastic bottles by Daydreamers Design
Until now I've made upcycle lighting design out of plastic milk containers and mail bags. The lampshades I've made are by cutting the containers...
EDITOR'S PICK
DIY: Suitcase Cabinet and Towel Holder by Ashley Campbell
Finally another DIY project I found on a creative website. This project uses an object that lots of people like. And I'm one of...