The trees are bursting, the birds are tweeting, and it’s staying light longer, all of which means spring is in the air and it’s time to get inspired by some clever repurposing DIY projects.

Whether for inside or out, repurposing everyday objects is both fun and practical. And springtime is the perfect time to work on projects for outdoor spaces–like for the front porch, patio, or deck–and to work on projects for the inside that repurpose things that might have had another life outside. Get your hands dirty and spruce up your space with these easy DIY projects..

9 Springtime Repurposing DIY Ideas

1. Garden Chimes – Turn everyday items into a back porch, patio, or garden chimes. Turn on your creativity. Use a large embroidery hoop or bend a wire hanger into a circular shape for a frame. Add everything from old spoons, broken pieces of pottery, old keys, sea glass, or what have you.

2. Dip-Dyed Herb Garden – Lots of household recyclables or other objects can be repurposed into indoor or outdoor planters–everything from jars and cans to old dresser drawers or baskets. Dip-dye for added color and design aesthetic.

3. Kitchen Cart Outdoor Bar – Come across an old kitchen or microwave cart at a yard sale? One of our favorite DIY ideas is to turn that cart into a patio or deck bar cart for your next outdoor gathering.

4. Step Stool Indoor Planter – By the same token, if you find an old step stool, then paint it up and turn it into a functional plant holder for the living room.

5. Bucket Base Coffee Table – Those galvanized buckets, that you probably have three of in the garage, can be neatly repurposed into a handy and smart coffee table. Here’s a tutorial for the how-to.

6. Gutter Planters – Replacing your gutters? Use the old ones as handy planters outside.

7. Tee Shirt Rugs – To keep the dirt at bay as you come and go from the outside, repurpose old tee shirts into fun tee shirt throw rugs. They can even be used for your outdoor spaces as well.

8. Tire Ottoman – Upcycle an old car tire, for the ultimate repurpose project, into a fabric-covered ottoman for your indoor or outdoor living space. Here is a handy tutorial.

9. Shutter Headboard – Bring the outside in by repurposing old shutters as a practical headboard. Add bright paint and a string lights to make it extra fun!

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Sustainable ponchos are the answer to the unpredictable weather this time of year.

Spring has sprung, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to pack away your winter clothing just yet. It can be confusing dressing this time of year–the day may start out like winter, but end like summer, making it next to impossible to choose the best clothes without lugging a suitcase everywhere. Enter ponchos–the perfect transitional piece of attire. They can be warm enough to handle the low temperatures for most locales this time of the year, but easy enough to shrug off as the temperature warms up.

Not on board with ponchos yet? Get inspired to pick up this functional fashion statement with these delightful sustainable wardrobe additions.

7 Perfectly Sustainable Ponchos

1. Multi Way Poncho via Inkspoon

This lovely cowl neck poncho, made from bamboo and organic cotton, is adorned with silkscreened fern designs and can be worn as a poncho, dress, or a skirt!

2. Asymmetrical Poncho via 8amfashion

Looking for some color? Try this asymmetrical, one-sleeve poncho in dark red made from organic cotton.

3. Hooded Ponchette via Gratefulthreads

Here is another colorful option made from midweight organic hemp and cotton jersey. This pochette is great for the beach, yoga class, or an evening out. It also features a tie on the shoulder to fasten on one side.

4. Cape Poncho via Psychedelicbaglady

This 1960s style cape is handmade from recycled vintage woolen picnic blanket. An ideal colorful to layer, while channeling a super cute “Twiggy” vibe while you’re at it.

5. Star Pattern Poncho via VAJU Handmade

You will shine like a star with this star-patterned handknit poncho. Made with Turkish yarns including a blend of both wool and acrylic.

6. Dip Dyed Poncho via gaiaconceptions

Here’s a lightweight hemp and organic cotton knit dip dyed poncho with a v-neck that’s perfect for those warmer days .

7. Kimono Poncho via PassionLilie

Trade in your boring jacket for this handwoven seasonless graphical poncho. Tie it in front with the belt or wear it loose.

8. Bamboo Poncho via BlondieApparel

We love this perfect all season poncho made from sustainable bamboo. It would make a practical addition to any wardrobe.

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