Category Archives: Upcycled projects

Upcycled Fun: Dyeing and Making Your Own Cotton T-Shirt Yarn

Posted on April 1, 2017 by MakerKnit

Below the slideshow are my step-by-step instructions for dyeing your own cotton t-shirt yarn. Following the dyeing instructions are my step-by-step instructions for turning your dyed fabric (or undyed if you so choose) into yarn. Please email me if you … Continue reading →

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Upcycled Fun: Making Your Own Shrink Art

Posted on April 1, 2017 by MakerKnit

Below the slideshow are my step-by-step instructions for making your own shrink art. I hope you and your family have as much fun as my family and I have had!   MAKING YOUR OWN SHRINK ART Materials Needed: -Polystyrene container … Continue reading →

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Having Fun with Upcycled Materials

Posted on April 1, 2017 by MakerKnit

My family and I love making things. We are definitely “makers” and especially like the idea of reusing and repurposing things. Inspired by the fun we’ve had as a family with shrink art kits, last year we learned to make … Continue reading →

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