Eco-friendly craft and hobby ideas

Feel good about crafting something by hand: you're saving energy from industrial manufacturing and lowering greenhouse gas emissions from transportation. Go a step further and try switching to organic fibres that are coloured with natural dyes in your next knitting or crochet project.

Not the knitting type? Browse our selection of eco-friendly home and garden ideas.

Home and garden:
How to use less water in the garden
Read these tips on how to be water wise when caring for your garden.




How to start your own compost pile
Making your own compost is an easy way to reduce waste and provide cheap nourishment for your garden. Read about how to start your own compost pile or bin in your yard.


How to re-upholster a chair
Here's how to reupholster a chair, in 6 steps.




10 ways to pest-proof your garden organically
Keep pesky insects and animals out of your precious veggies and flowers with these easy and natural solutions.



12 pest-repelling herbs
Integrate these wonder plants into your garden to keep the rest of your crop happy.



Make a recycled book lamp
This simple craft is a great way to make use of old but treasured books.




Create a backyard nature habitat with your kids
Want to lure your children away from glowing screens and into the great outdoors? Follow these tips to create a wildlife sanctuary that they won't want to leave -- all in your own backyard.


Homemade bath salts
Soothe aching muscles in a warm bath complete with luxurious handmade bath salts.





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