Deconstructing with Construction Junction
November 9, 2012
A Pittsburgh-based nonprofit has made a name for itself by offering up reusable building and surplus materials.
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Art Speak: Irma Cavat Talks Recycled Robots with Tal Avitzur
October 30, 2012
Two California-based artists talk about the inspiration for a line of scrap metal robots called Talbotics.
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Six Lessons Learned at ReuseConex 2012
October 25, 2012
The eco-focused conference and expo proved there is still much to be learned when it comes to reuse.
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Kim Alsbrooks’ Roadside-Trash-Turned-Artistic-Treasures
October 19, 2012
The strange juxtaposition of flattened trash and classic portraiture combine in the Philadelphia artist’s unique take on recycled art.
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Wham! Old Comic Books are Ripe with Repurposing Potential
October 16, 2012
Unwanted comic books add catchy and colorful recycled finishes to everyday accessories and décor.
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Thirst-Quenching, Color-Drenched Recycled Aluminum Can Mosaics
October 12, 2012
Colorful, eye-catching soda can designs are repurposed into artist Jill Helms’ recycled mosaic artwork.
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Looking Well Beyond the Steak on Your Plate
October 11, 2012
Discarded cattle parts, from bones to hides, can be repurposed in a surprising number of ways.
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Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation: Giving Instruments New Life
October 2, 2012
The foundation benefits music education programs at U.S. schools by providing gently used instruments and refurbishing existing instruments.
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14 Ways to Reuse Paper
September 27, 2012
Used office paper, magazines, newspapers and greeting cards live multiple lives with a little creative reuse.
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ReuseConex Event Draws Best Practices from Around the Country
September 26, 2012
The second ReuseConex conference, set in Portland for October 18-20, offers a variety of eco-focused workshops, an expo, a fashion show and an art show.