Lifestyle

Apr 27 2016, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Electronic waste to be collected at Green Source DFW run

In addition, to collecting shoes for recycling, Commodity Recycling Solutions will be accepting electronic waste for recycling at the Green Source DFW Run for the Environment on May 21 at Bachman Lake Park. The items will be processed in their warehouse and sorted primarily into metals and plastics.

Apr 16 2016, JULIE THIBODEAUX

How to celebrate Earth Day in North Texas

Earth Day festivals have blossomed across North Texas over the years. Fortunately, they don’t all happen on April 22. Instead, more than 20 environmentally themed events are spread out across the month so greenies can party all through April. The celebrations kick off on Saturday.

Apr 13 2016, VET

Artcycle Club: How to turn old books into art

Altered book by VET. Photo courtesy of the artist.

This is a new feature on GreenSourceDFW.org by the Dallas artist known as VET. We will be posting her DIY projects on GreenSourceDFW.org as an occasional series.

In this video, she shows you how to turn old books into artistic designs.

Apr 12 2016, RITA COOK

Fort Worth couple crafts quirky recycled art with discards

King's Whimsey Kitty made from upcycled material. Photos courtesy of the Kings.

April 12, 2016

Estate sales, garage sales and flea markets all are perfect hunting grounds for Karla King and her husband Tim of Fort Worth. The pair make clever use of discarded junk not ready to go the landfill. Their whimsical creations can be found in galleries and craft fairs under the aptly named King’s Whimsey.

Mar 28 2016, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Reclaimed material recycled as home decor at Lone Chimney Mercantile in Dallas

Reclaimed wood table by Sarah ReissLone Chimney Mercantile at the renovated Dallas Farmers Market is a place where recycling and art converge. Owner Annie Holland of Richardson, who opened the store in January, admits she comes from a family of intrepid dumpster divers.

Mar 22 2016, RITA COOK

Cosmic Crow in Arlington offers upcycled treasures

Classic album covers adorn notebooks at Cosmic Crow Collective in Arlington. Photos courtesy of Cosmic Crow.

March 22, 2016

Mar 15 2016, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Texas Smartscape Plant Sales kickoff March 19

Texas Smartscape plant: Blackfoot DaisyNeed some plants that can thrive in the Texas heat without pesticides or fertilizers and less water? Check out the Texas Smartscape Plant Sales. The events will be held at garden retailers throughout North Texas, starting March 19.

Mar 14 2016, RITA COOK

Dallas artist digs into nature themes with ceramics

Lynn Wilkes Armstrong's work will be featured in Artscape at the Dallas Arboretum April 22-24. Above, Forest Teaset by Lynn Wilkes Armstrong. Photos courtesy of the artist.

March 14, 2016

Dallas artist Lynn Armstrong Dallas native and artist Lynn Wilkes Armstrong finds inspiration for her pottery right in her own backyard.

Mar 08 2016, RITA COOK

Dallas artist promotes creative recycling of found objects

VET sells an eclectic mix of materials for art projects as well as handcrafted art and gift items made from found objects in her online shop, The Artcycle Club Store.

March 8, 2016

The Dallas artist named VET has added a fourth R to the "reduce, reuse, recycle” motto: re-invent.

Mar 01 2016, RITA COOK