In honor of Earth Day yesterday, we are bringing you a whole week focusing on recycled crafts.  Today’s does of repurposed goodness comes to us from Jenn at Rook No. 17, who found a whimsical use for burnt-out incandescent light bulbs: miniature hot air balloons!  By combining the bulbs with other odds and ends that were likely otherwise destined for the trash can as well, she created a set of adorable ornaments.  You could even make them seasonally-themed to use as holiday decorations!  [how to make recycled light bulb hot air balloons]

Project estimate:

• Light bulb, on hand
• Fabric scraps, on hand
• Glue, on hand
• String or twine, on hand
• Water bottle cap, on hand
• Paint, on hand
• Ribbon or ric rac, on hand or $1

Total:  Free and up