Foraged and Recycled Art: 35 projects made from found, natural, and repurposed materials

Over 35 creative ways to transform recycled and natural materials into stunning projects.

With ideas for makes from gifts and stationery to homewares and decorations, this collection shows you how to craft innovative projects from foraged and upcycled materials. The 35 designs include a festive gilded leaf garland, pretty seedpod coasters, floral paper bags, and an appliqué wall hanging. Expert maker Clare Youngs guides you through all the techniques you’ll need, showing you how to use a wide range of materials including fabric and paper off-cuts as well as natural elements such as twigs, flowers, and pebbles. With just a few inexpensive supplies and tools to get you started, you’ll soon be making beautiful works of art and developing your creativity while being kind to the planet.

Clare Youngs studied graphic design and has worked in packaging design, illustration, and book jacket design. Her other books include Creative Book Art, A Year in Crafts, Color Yourself to Happiness, Book Art, Mobile Art, Wall Art, Make Your Own Woodland Creatures, Letter Art, and Folk Art Needlecraft (all published by CICO Books). She is based in Kent, UK. See more of her work on Instagram: @clareyoungs.