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Does anyone have recycled craft ideas?

I have a project due in a few days that I like completely forgot about. What we have to do is make something out of recycled stuff, like, stuff that we wouldn't use again (ex. old bottles, boxes, maybe old clothes if the project's not too hard...etc.) I've been thinking about it now that I remembered the project, but I have no idea what to make. Some of my friends already told me what they're doing, like a magazine holder and some recycled jewelry, and I think those are good ideas. When I looked around for an idea for what to do, though, the only good things I could find were the things that were already taken by my friends. I'm not asking for instructions on how to make the craft, because that's part of the project, so I'll figure out how to make the thing myself. I just need some ideas on WHAT to make. And please don't say anything that's just for decoration. You could make a decoration out of like, anything, so I want something fun or useful. Also please no little kid things like 'doll clothes' or a barbie home or something. I'm in middle school. Thanks:]

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1. You could make a tarp out of plastic grocery bags. All you need is an iron, parchment paper (similar to waxed paper but without the wax), and plastic grocery bags. I would recommend using the ones from Target, Gap, or Dillards (or any plastic bags that are of similar thickness) because they are thicker and don't shrivel like the ones from walmart do. If you know how to crochet, you could cut the grocery bags into strips and make a purse or something. If you want to do a purse/bag, I would advise you to make it small because it takes a while. Hopefully this will be helpful. ;)