We here at Olympia Dumpster Divers would like to wish you an Upcycle Solstice, Happy Trashnukkah, Merry Trashmas and a Recycled Festivus for the Rest of Us! This year, the eight days of Chanukkah coincide with the winter solstice and … Continue reading →
Christmas tree made from plastic bottles (photo borrowed from creativityrecycled, more info HERE) Our friend Urban Woodswalker sent us this pic of a colorful tree made from plastic bottles, which inspired Olympia Dumpster Divers to search for more examples … Continue reading →
For the last night of Hanukkah, a post of some Hanukkah-related items made from trash and other recycled materials: Origami Dreidel made with a Seven-Up label by Dr Mom The Green Candelabrum by Stil Novo Design Eco friendly menorah made … Continue reading →
Basket of Light by Ruby R-U, aka Diane Kurzyna, made from discarded X-mas tree lights and telephone wire for “Weaving Washington,” 1998 The Festival of Lights is over, the days are growing longer, and the holiday lights are being packed … Continue reading →
A few years ago, Olympia artist Nikki McClure was invited to do a bird-themed Christmas ornament for the White House. My first thought was “how do I get considered for this art honor” (hey, I am an artist, it is … Continue reading →
