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
Steampunk Table Lamp: Upcycled Industrial Design
A steampunk table lamp upcycled from salvaged industrial fixtures is the ultimate blend of sustainability and bold design. If you've been searching for a...
MilkShell2: plastic milk cartons lampshade by Gilbert de Rooij
One of the first lampshades I made using plastic milk cartons is the MilkShell. And today I'm happy to show you a new and...
LIGHTING
PHILIP: Wine bottle desk lamp by Max McMurdo
At my first post of these week I'm showing you an upcycle design lamp that uses old wine bottles. There are some amazing designs on...
KILTER: pallet wood pendant by propellor
One of the most upcycled materials out there at this moment is probably pallet wood. It’s just incredible how many upcycle designs are made...
HOMEWARE
Bicycle Tubes Shelf: Creative DIY Storage Solution
If you're looking for a creative bicycle tubes shelf DIY project, the 'Elastic Shelf' by SystemDesignStudio is the perfect inspiration. This innovative design transforms...
DIY: Coil & Crochet Scrap Fabric Rug by My Poppet
DIYs are immensely popular. And DIY accompanied with a tutorial is even more popular. So when I was searching the web for interesting upcycle projects...
UPCYCLE IDEAS | DIY
DIY: Upcycle plastic into DROP lampshade by Gilbert de Rooij
Finally I'm able to show you another upcycle design lampshade I made. I've tried lots of designs, none of them gave me the result...
DIY: Bicycle Wheel Clock by KariAnne Wood
It's time for a new DIY project. There are so many clocks, small, big, noisy or exuberant. Best of all of course is when...
FASHION
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...
DUTCH IPAD: Vintage mailbag sleeve by bliinq
There is just something inherently appealing about well-crafted upcycle design that merges functionality with a strong sense of local heritage. Whether it's the beautiful...
ART | MUSIC
Upcycling Memories: Honoring Mom Through Creative Design
Today I feel the need to share a personal post about upcycling memories creative design in a way that feels deeply meaningful to me....
CITY SERIES: scrap wood cityscapes by James McNabb
Here on upcycleDZINE you can find several upcycle design pieces made out of scrap wood. The first time I saw one of those designs...
EDITOR'S PICK
Multifunctional coffee table with storage made from used pallets
DIY projects using pallets are still very popular and have been popping up everywhere. That’s not strange considering that it’s such an enormous versatile...
