Earth Day is the national day for spreading environmental awareness in efforts to improve the state of our planet, and these Earth Day products are great examples of how you can reuse or recycle things that would otherwise be discarded. There are many things you can consciously do to try and reverse the damaged state of Mother Earth, or at least try to avoid making it worse. As humans on this planet we should all be mindful of driving less, eating locally and meticulously recycling to try and reduce waste.
These upcycled products are a creative way to waste less, so instead of adding more junk to a landfill try turning it into one of these creative products. From upcycled keychain accessories to upcycled canister time tellers, the next time you're thinking of tossing something in the trash consider making something entirely new out of it.
46 Upcycled Earth Day Products
From Upcycled Motorcycle Lamps to DIY Upcycled Picture Frame Decor:
Jessica Marren — Apr 16, 2013 — Eco
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Duct Tape iPad Covers
These DIY iPad Cases are Durable and Functional
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DIY Colorful Fans
This DIY Rainbow Fan is a Great Project for the Kids at Springtime
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Smashed Vase Keychains
Use Broken Pottery Pieces to Create DIY Keepsake Key Holders
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Upcycled Bathtub Seating
The Throne Outdoor Chair Doesn't Come with a Shower Head
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Water Bottle Bangles
Turn a Bottle into a Quirky Bracelet Using Only Recyclables
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Upcycled Macabre Jewelry
FEEAS 'Made to Dislike' is a Collection of Creepy Vintage Accessories
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Upcycled Light Bulb Jewelry
This Necklace Makes Use a Burnt Out Bulb as a Statement Piece
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Upcycled Credit Card Charms
Kristal Romano Uses Old Credit Cards to Craft Gorgeous Trinkets
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Upcycled Keychain Accessories
This DIY Key Necklace is a Creative Way to Make Use of Old Keys
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Upcycled Instrument Workstations
Sarah Dodd's Piano Desk Gets a Second Chance at Life
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Upcycled Clothing Cushions
The DIY Sweater Pillow Makes Use of Your Old Clothes
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Quirky Upcycled Bow Ties
Wonder Lee Creates Playful Accessories for Men
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Upcycled Car Scrap Benches
The Tailgate Bench Utilizes Iconic Automobile Parts
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Handmade Ombre Stools
These Stools from Karlsson and Bjork Are Easy to Make
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Upcycled Denim Gadget Covers
Ikku Converts Denim and Canvas into Electronic Sleeves
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Upcycled Automobile Bikes
The CARMA Project Makes a Bike Out of Recycled Car Parts
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Upcycled Wine Glass Lamps
The Tacajur Wine Glass Lampshades Creatively Makes Use of Old Items
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Recycled Keyboard Androids
Gabriel Dishaw’s C3PO Recycled Artwork Puts R2-D2 to Shame
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Upcycled Sci-Fi Toy Rings
Jennifer Landa's Star Wars Toy Jewelry is Highly Original and Geeky
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Upcycled Explorer Lights
The Egg of Columbus Turns Paper Pulp into Contemporary Lighting Fixtures
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Upcycled Ornament Planters
These Terrariums are Made From Old Unused Christmas Tree Decorations
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Upcycled Motorcycle Lamps
The Classified Moto Lamp is Made From Recycled Motorcycle Scraps
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Upcycled Cellphone Shoes
Walkie Talkies by O2 Shows What Can be Done With Old Handsets
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Beer Cap-Tiled Floors
Protecting the Environment with Beer Caps is One Way of Being Eco-Friendly
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DIY Loofah-Embedded Soaps
This At-Home Soap Making Tutorial Puts Exfoliating Scrubs into the Bars
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Luggage Feline Loungers
The Samsonite Suitcase Pet Bed Lets Kitty Rest After Her Day's Travels
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Upcycled Doorknob Paperweights
This DIY Activity Lets You Turn Ordinary Items into Useful Products
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Reusable Chalkboard Tea Canisters
These Containers Make for the Perfect DIY Mother's Day Gift
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Upcycled Artisanal Couture
The Maison Martin Margiela Spring Couture 2013 Collection was Divine
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Upcycled Canister Time Tellers
The Tea Tin Desk Clocks Have an Antiquated Appeal
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Upcycled Kids Clothing
KaLLio Turns Scrap Fabric into Adorable Garments for Children
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Upcycled Food Clip Gowns
This Aussie Bride Created Her Quirky Wedding Gown from 10,000 Bread Clips
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Test Tube Flower Ledges
This Wood Flower Shelf Collection Displays Glass Test Tubes
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Upcycled Monster-Inspired Bags
This Creative Tote Bag is Made from Old Cushions
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Upcycled Bullet Bangles
Newark's Gun Buyback Program Turns Gun Metal into Chic Accessories
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Upcycled Aircraft Classrooms
A Yakovlev Yak-42 is Transformed into an Inspiring Space for Students
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Upcycled Picture Frame Decor
This DIY Activity Transforms Old Picture Frames Into Imaginative Art
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Upcycled Paper Bag Bouquets
These Creative Roses are Made From Recycled Paper Bags
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Upcycled Restroom Restaurants
The Attendant Sandwhich Shop Used to be a Bathroom
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Upcycled Coffee Pot Aquariums
This DIY Betta Fish Tank Stays at a Consistently Warm Temperature
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Upcycled Skateboard Seating
This Skate Study House Chair is Made from Old Skateboard Decks
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Upcycled Soap Bottle Vases
Rubbish Design Creates Cute Products Out of Unexpected Materials
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Upcycled Baseball Cufflinks
These Sleeve Fasteners are Made From Authentic Major League Baseballs
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Upcycled Custom Neck Accessories
These Custom Bow Ties from Cordial Churchman are Charming
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Upcycled Bottle Bridal Gowns
The Recycled Wedding Dress by Rebecca Bowman is Sensational
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Uniquely Upcycled Hammer Hooks
These Creative Coat Racks are Made of Old and Unused Tools
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Pet Day Essentials
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Sophisticated Sustainable Jewelry
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Stress-Reducing Garbage Initiatives
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Creative Laundry Solutions
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Eco-Friendly Retail Pop-Ups
Stella McCartney's Ibiza Pop-Up Uses Recycled Wood; Efficient Lighting
Exclusive Brand Ambassador Programs
Better for All Seeks to Promote More Eco-Friendly Practices
Eco-Friendly Intricate Furniture Series
Rosana Sousa Designs a Sustainable Furniture Collection
Ocean Plastic-Made Skincare Packaging
LATHER Introduced Its New Landscapes Collection
Authentic Mother's Day Commercials
Amazon Boxes Take Center Stage in a Heartfelt Campaign
Sustainable Kinetic Sand Toys
Kinetic Sand Project Planet Encourages Ecosystem Protection
Plastic Bottle Recycling Tools
The 'BottleLoom' Bottle Strip Cutter Transforms Plastic Waste
Eco-Conscious Cleaning Product Packaging
Method is Introducing Recovered Coastal Plastic Packaging
Kind Gardening Pop-Ups
Mrs. Meyer's Compassion Store Trades Generous Acts for Garden Essentials
Eco Reusable Bottles
Anew Drops a Plant‑based Reusable Bottle to Set a Standard for Sustainability
Upcycled Camping Gear Collections
Luno Boasts a Range of Upcycled Gear at Affordable Prices
Sunscreen Packaging Solutions
TerraCycle Partners With Leading Skincare Brands for Packaging
Adaptive Furniture Displays
The USM Haller Re-Framed Exhibition Explores Reuse and Modularity
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Retail Overconsumption Campaigns
Coachtopia's 'The Wasted Parts' Explores Overconsumption Culture
Meditative Trash Campaigns
Hefty's Trash Time Out Provides Support During the Holiday Season
Plastic Reduction Concierges
The SodaStream Sustainability Concierge Helps to Cut Waste
Recyclable Apple Packaging Initiatives
Superfresh Growers Introduces a New Sustainable Packaging
Rice Straw Fashion Collections
Siam Kubota and Greyhound Original Launch 'Turn Waste to Agri-Wear'
Family-Focused Cleaning Campaigns
ECOS Celebrates Life's Beautiful Chaos with Little Messes Ad
Eco-Friendly Trash Bags
Revolution Launched the Heavy Duty Trash Bags Dubbed Dailygood Bags
Cigarette Waste Hats
Olivia Gino Turned an Abundant Source of Litter into a Shearling-Style Hat
Everyday Sustainable Bags
Out of the Woods Offers Versatile Bags for Essentials
E-Commerce Recycling Programs
GUESS Launched GUESS Again in Partnership with SuperCircle
Convenience-Focused Upcycled Tote Designs
Out of the Woods Enhances Its Out of the Ocean® Range
Electric Food Recyclers
The FoodCycler Eco 3 Turns Food Scraps into an Odor-Free By-Product
Organic Ancient Design Furniture
The Earth To People Furniture Collection is Naturally Crafted
Eco-Friendly All-Purpose Cleaners
Cleancult is Cutting 90% of Single-Use Plastic
Encouraging Jar-Reusing Campaigns
Kraft Mayonnaise's Initiative Encourages Consumers to Repurpose
Compostable Fiber Tablewares
The Better Earth Farmer’s Fiber Retail Collection is BPI-Certified
Innovative Outdoor Advertising Campaigns
Unilever's Dirt is Good Turns Billboards into Playgrounds
Sustainable Furniture Launches
Retroloop's Sustainable Furniture Boasts a Nostalgic Aesthetic
Collaborative Recycling Initiatives
National Mall Introduces a Comprehensive Recycling Program
Reusable Packaging Grocery Stores
Nude Foods Market Packs Foods in Returnable Glass Jars
E-Waste-Reducing USB Keys
Back Market & Google are Making Compatible Older Laptops Relevant Again
Hygiene Refillery Stores
Viva Earth Refillery Offers an Assortment of Refillable Natural Products
Recyclable eCommerce Packaging
This New Amazon Packaging is Paper-Made and Arriving in the UK
Home-Compostable Cutlery
This LifeMade Cutlery Offers a Sustainable Alternative to Plastic
Earth-Inspired Special-Edition Tofu Packaging
Pulmuone Emphasizes Its Commitment to Sustainability
Eco-Friendly Refill Stores
Desert Refillery Provides Shoppers with Sustainable Personal Products
Rewarding Recycling Initiatives
Patagonia's Worn Wear Recycling Program Helps Eliminate Waste
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Back-to-School Recycling Challenges
Takis and TerraCycle Teamed Up to Reward Recyclers
Chopstick-Crafted Homeware
RENEW by TRINITY Makes Artisan Designs from Reclaimed Bamboo Chopsticks
Eco-Friendly Pencils
Sprout World Launches Eco-Friendly Plantable Pencils
Artful Sculptural Umbrella Stands
Inbetween Umbrella Stand Soaks Rain & Elevates a Mundane Moment
Orange Peel Waste-Made Lamps
Alkesh Parmar Designs the Sustainable Apeel Pendant Lamp
Strategic Retiler Promotional Events
HomeGoods is Runing Its Third Annual Deck the Everything Day
Plastic-Negative Beauty Brands
AORA MÉXICO Launched a Buy 1, Remove 9X the Plastic Initiative
Utensil Waste Lighting
Fold Oslo Nytt Lys Capsule Shows How Light Can Emerge from Old Materials
Sakura-Inspired Mother's Day Gifts
Sakuraco's Products are Cost-Effective and Delightful
Anti-Water Waste Cleaning Campaigns
The Ecover 'Waste No Space' Campaign Encourages Conservation
Free Educational Fashion Events
Fashion Takes Action is Hosting a Free Public Event Named Remode
Welcome Gift Design Kits
Earth’s Hatch Kit Reimagines a Welcome Gift with Practical Home Tools
Conscious Home Cleaners
Iken Clean Launches a New Sustainable Cleaning Solution for Homes
Eco-Friendly Chocolate Advent Calendars
Alter Eco Advent Calendar is Sustainably Packaged
Leaf-Inspired Colorful Trays
The LEAF Tray Joins the GOODS' EVERYDAY OBJECT Series
E-Waste Take-Back Boxes
Trashie's Tech Take Back Box Responsibly Recycles Electronic Devices
Plastic-Free Laundry Challenges
The Tru Earth Plastic Free July Challenge Reduces Household Waste
Paper-Made Dissolvable E-Waste
Franziska Kerber Designs a New Source of Sustainable Electronic
Ohio-Based Refill Stores
Reduce & Reuse Refillery Helps Save Money and Reduce Packaging Waste
Sustainably Minded Denim Brands
Yoga Jeans Highlights Its Dedication to the Environment
Anniversary-Celebrating Marketplace Events
eBay Inc. is Commemorating Its Thirtieth Anniversary
Sustainable Ocean Packaging Designs
COAST Cannabis Co. Unveils a New Ocean-Based Packaging Design
Plant-Cultivating Home Furnishings
LG Introduces a New Planter That Doubles as a Lamp
Textile Recycling Partnerships
Dunelm and The Salvation Army Partnered on a New Program
Collaborative Upcycled Collections
Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Works with Toyota for Upcycled Goods
Crimper Recycling Programs
Continental Launches an Initiative to Promote Equipment Circularity
Upcycled Material Musical Instruments
The Yamaha Upcycling Guitar Concept Models are Sustainable
Urban Debris-Crafted Portable Lamps
We+ Designs the Beautiful Remli Lamp Using Rubble and Debris
Origami-Inspired Floor Lamps
The Ori Lamp Folds 1 Metal Sheet into Elegant Sustainable Lighting
Eco-Minded Malaysian Markets
ECO-SHOP Opens its Doors to Sustainability-Focused Malaysian Shoppers
Upcycled Fruit Chews
Climate Candy Turns Unharvested Imperfect Produce into Sweet Treats
Denim Take-Back Events
Target's New Denim Event Encourages Customers to Trade In Old Items
Sustainable Rounded Dish Sponges
Nina Stefanova (Ninavation) Designs the Sun Sponge
Bio-Based Single-Use Cups
The VeriGreen Plus Was Created by eGreen and Polymateria
Eco-Conscious Canned Water
Wenlock Spring's Revamped Cans Appeal to Gen Z
Sustainability-Focused Holiday Markets
GLAD Canada Debuts the 'Home for the Holidays' Pop-Up Event
Eco-Friendly Indian Fashion
Latin Quarters Debuts a Stylish Capsule Using Sustainable Practices
Tire-Crafted Solar Stills
The Floating Solar Still is an Eco-Friendly Way to Purify Water
Reusable Cup Programs
Starbucks is Participating in a City-Wide Collaborative Reuse Project
Allergy-Friendly Advent Calendars
The YumEarth Advent Calendar is Full of Simple-Ingredient Treats
Paint Recycling Events
Westchester County Hosts Free Paint Recycling Day to Promote Sustainability
High-Performance Eco-Friendly Dish Soaps
Ecover Power Washing Up Liquid is Gentle on Skin
Upcycled Plastic Furniture Series
Kasper Kyster Presents the Crafting Plastic Series
Environmentally Sustainable Glasses
Nathan Allan Glass Studios Cast Glass Features Recycled Cullet
Recycled Desk Trays
Tray210 is a Circular Organizer Made from Multiple Recycled Plastic Blends
Stylish Everyday Frames
Zenni Optical Introduced 'EcoBloomz' as a Sustainable Option
Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art
Objects from Frames by Cara Campos Repurposes Bicycles into Furniture
Household Recycling Pickup Services
The Modern Milkman Collections Service is for Toys and E-Waste
Community-Oriented Wellness Brand Events
while on earth™ Partnered with Ethos Athletic Club
Miniature Household Cleaners
The 5% Collection by Grove Co. Shares an Important Recycling Reminder
Adventurer-Focused Sustainable Apparel
Deadbyrd Trademark Ecowear Launches its New Adventure Line
Business-Friendly Efficient Composting Technologies
Emerald Ecovations Partners with Octoen
Sustainable Zero Waste Initiatives
LILYSILK is Unveiling a Series of New Zero Waste Initiatives
Shea Butter-Infused Lip Treatments
Kinfield's Lip Rescue Moisturizing Lip Treatment is Recyclable
Plastic-Cutting Retail Initiatives
Amazon is Cutting Its Plastic Use in North America
Complimentary Wheat-Based Utensils
SeaWorld is Marking World Oceans Day with a Free Gift
Student-Designed Reusable Bags
These Metcalfe’s Market Reusable Shopping Bags Celebrate the Earth
Kid-Designed Retail Bags
East of England Co-op sells bags supporting local communities
Sustainable Disposing Initiatives
The Perfume Shop Has Updated Its Recycling System
Eco-Friendly Paper Towels
Bravo's Paper Towels are Made from 90% Recycled Materials
Garment-Mending Events
Fashion Revolution's Mend in Public Day Encourages Repair & Reuse
Japanese-Inspired Recycled Pavilions
Second Edition's Love Shack is Made of Recycled Materials
Personal Shopping Carts
The Marketday Cart is Designed to Organize Groceries and Personal Items
Tree-Planting Drink Campaigns
The Human Bean links beverage sales to global reforestation efforts
Compostable Cutlery Dispensers
The Touch-Free Pressed Fiber Cutlery Dispenser is Hygienic
Repurposed Election Materials
South Korea Transforms Election Banners into Sustainable Materials
Reduced-Plastic Packaging Moves
Squire Shifts to Box and Card Packaging
Cohesive Waste Management Systems
Caraway Home Debuts the Trash & Recycling Collection
Redesigning Restful Moments
The ANEW Project Turns Daily Objects into Mini Retreats
Eco-Conscious Menstrual Solutions
Natracare Debuts the 'First Period Starter Kit'
Pet Gear Recycling Schemes
Pet Supplies Plus & Wag N' Wash Achieve a Recycled Packaging Milestone
Sustainable Side Furniture
The Re Up Side Tables Crafted with Recycled Plastic and Wood
Biodegradable Paper Ashtrays
Ekoroll Introduced the Paper Ashtray for Biodegradable Smoking
Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel
EarthyTweens Offers Up a New Clothing Capsule for the Holidays
Recyclable Cover Papers
Saputo Dairy UK is Transitioning its Spreadable Covers to Paper-Based
Broken Bike Lock Furniture
Design Students Showcase the People and Places Exhibition
Tree Sap-Binding Timber Furniture
Earth to People Introduces Salvage and Sap Collection
Recycled Lighting Designs
The Nytt Lys Collection Presents Lighting Made from Reclaimed Materials
Platform Infrastructure Projects
Enviromates Launches the Enviromates.earth Platform
Natural Landscape-Inspired Ceramics
OWIU Goods Designs the MATTER Collection of Organic Forms
Creative Imaging Tools
Pic 2 Planet Turns Everyday Photos Into Lifelike Planet Creations
Personal Wellbeing-Aiding Products
Pong Design Creates Products that Fuse Mindfullness with Tech
Plant-Based Wax Lighting
Soft Solids by Daydreaming Objects Uses Vintage Objects and Natural Wax
Sustainable Idol-Finding Apps
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board Unveils a New Ganesha App
Eco-Friendly Kids Lunchware
Duck Duck Books and Duck Duck Eco Goods Unveil a Lunchware Collection
Eco-Conscious Workshop Experiences
Six Senses Vana Celebrates Environment Day with its Earth Lab
Natural Material-Transformed Artworks
Borrowed Earth Collaborative Uses Natural Materials for Art
Eco-Friendly Mobile Networks
Meaningful Planet Lets You Support Nature with Every Mobile Contract
Handmade Lamp Series
The Saw.earth See Earth Collection Presents Handmade Lamps at Dudd Haus
Green Career Marketplaces
Find Environmental Roles Easily With Environmental Job Boards Platform
Up-to-Date Recycling Information Platforms
The Recycling Partnership Has Introduced Recycle Check