The Hanger Hammock
British artist Joshua Notley created this super cool hammock using previously used materials.
I'm not sure how comfortable it is to take a nap in but add a cushion and this is one of the best projects I've ever seen using old hangers.
What could you design using used materials found around your house?
"Readymade" by Joshua Notley
"Readymade" by Joshua Notley
"Readymade" by Joshua Notley
"ReMade in Bangor - Individual Piece" by Marianne Kennerley
Marianne Kennerley is the founder of UniCycle in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
This is a piece she created for the Remade in Bangor Festival, a creative event that celebrates upcycling.
This chair is so awesome...I'm totally running to the thrift tomorrow to try this out for myself!
"ReMade in Bangor - Individual Piece" by Marianne Kennerley
"ReMade in Bangor - Individual Piece" by Marianne Kennerley
"ReMade in Bangor - Individual Piece" by Marianne Kennerley
"ReMade in Bangor - Individual Piece" by Marianne Kennerley
"UPCYCLED CHAIR" by Rose Wilkowski
Straight out of Austin, Texas I present to you this super cool upcycled chair project.
Artist Rose Wilkowski removed the wicker weave and replaced it with used belts.
I wish I could sit on it and see how comfortable it feels....but I totally love the way this chair looks!
"UPCYCLED CHAIR" (Before) by Rose Wilkowski
"UPCYCLED CHAIR" (After) by Rose Wilkowski
Amazing Cutting Skills Give Old Shopping Bags a New Life
Canadian artist Alfred Ng created these cool works of art using only a craft knife and old shopping bags.
We are suckers for upcycled art here at Cool Like Pie so we couldn't resist posting these for your viewing pleasure.
"Shopping Bags Makeover" by Alfred Ng
"Shopping Bags Makeover" by Alfred Ng
"Shopping Bags Makeover" by Alfred Ng
"Shopping Bags Makeover" by Alfred Ng
Cardboard Gaming is the Best
Nadya Dundere is from Daugavpils, Latvia. Latvia is a country I would definitely like to learn more about.
She created this awesome cardboard chess set. I'm a sucker for a good cardboard creation.
Cardboard Chess Set by Nadya Dundere
Cardboard Chess Set by Nadya Dundere
Cardboard Chess Set by Nadya Dundere
A Dash of Creativity Makes All The Difference in the World
New Zealand artist Andy Heyward is creating these super cool paintings by altering old thrift store art and adding his own touch.
I'm a huge fan of his work and love everything about these paintings.
Andy said, "I consider my work to be deeply shallow and I enjoy bringing a smile to people's faces. I also like to glorify everyday objects and make what is not precious the center of attention."
"Darth makes Sourdough" by Andy Heyward, 2012
"Wally goes walkabout" by Andy Heyward. The original painting is by Glenn Holme.
"Strawberry Shortcake - the arsonist years" by Andy Heyward 2012.
"Closeup of The Great Gonzo performs a feat of lunatic daring" by Andy Heyward
Artist Transforms Trash Into Treasure
Swiss artist Jonas Merian is a freelance furniture designer and a professional photographer.
He spent 17 years using his art skills creating prosthetics and orthotics, but now Jonas has turned his attention towards designing cool pieces like this awesome upcycled boombox.
This is such a great example of reusing and re-purposing something old into a new and useful.
"Suitcase Boombox 2.0-A boombox with integrated iPhone/iPod dock made from an upcycled old suitcase." by Jonas' Design
"Suitcase Boombox 2.0-A boombox with integrated iPhone/iPod dock made from an upcycled old suitcase." by Jonas' Design
"Suitcase Boombox 2.0-A boombox with integrated iPhone/iPod dock made from an upcycled old suitcase." by Jonas' Design
Cool Cardboard Sculptures
German artist Bartek Elsner has one thing to say about the project, "Internet Killed the Analog Stuff!"
I'm a huge fan of any artist that works with cardboard, it is such a humble and eco-friendly material.
I remember these objects very well from my childhood....do you?
"The Analog Entertainment Set" by Bartek Elsner
"The Analog Entertainment Set" by Bartek Elsner
"The Analog Entertainment Set" by Bartek Elsner
"The Analog Entertainment Set" by Bartek Elsner
Cool Art Made From Old Tires
Student artist Ben Steury created these incredible animal sculptures out of old tires.
It's about time somebody started making something cool out of these!
Rubber in its natural state will break down in the sun, but tires have a special chemicals added in the rubber to prevent this from happening.
Tires are terrible for the environment, better to make art from them then to send them to the landfill!
"Tire Sculpture" by Ben Steury
"Tire Sculpture" by Ben Steury
"Tire Sculpture" by Ben Steury
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