How can I make crafts using recycled materials?

How can I make crafts using recycled materials?

You can create a variety of crafts using items like cardboard, plastic bottles, and old newspapers. What materials do you have?

I have some old newspapers and cardboard boxes.

Great! You can make a paper mache project with the newspapers or create storage boxes from the cardboard. Would you like instructions for one of these?

Yes, please give me instructions for paper mache.

To make paper mache, tear the newspapers into strips, mix flour and water to create a paste, dip the strips in the paste, and layer them over a balloon or mold. Let it dry, then paint it!

That sounds fun! How long does it take to dry?

It usually takes about 24 hours to dry completely, depending on the thickness of the layers and humidity.