Upcycling & Repairing

The team of @DIYHUB is aware about the importance of upcycling and repairing things for the environment and for the content diversity on the HIVE blockchain. In our DIYHUB Community we see upcycling content on a daily basis and we are very happy to see that our members are trying to give purpose to waste and old things. Here a few recent posts from the DIYHUB community:

Pencil holder made from popsicle sticks and cardboard [ Esp- -Eng]

by @virgilio07

Esp/Eng (tutorial) Snowman, to hang on the wall, made with CD!

by @jerm20

Diy Tutorial on how to sew a car seat

by @mosesessien

In this post we are going to give you some facts about upcycling and repairing things. Also it should encourage you to do the same and share your DIY projects with the HIVE blockchain because we think this will have a positive impact on HIVE itself!

Positive impact on HIVE?

A platform with inspirational content about doing things by yourself is a very valuable platform in our opinion. You find new ideas to improve your personal life by browsing HIVE and you can find new people with the same passion as you to encourage each other. Also DIY articles can be an entry point for people from outside the blockchain while they search the internet for inspiration and solutions.

If you add the fact that upcycling and repairing projects save the environment (more on that later) makes it even more valuable because you provide instructions on how to passively take care of nature with your DIY tutorials while actively earning HIVE. Win-Win we would say ;)

What is Upcycling?

A few people asked us what upcycling in our target niches mean so we want to give you a short explanation before we dive deeper: Upcycling aka creative reuse, is the process of taking materials or products that are no longer needed or are broken and repurposing them into something new. The end result is often more valuable and that's why it is called UPcycling and not REcycling.

Facts about Upcycling

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Upcycling reduces waste and conserves natural resources: By finding new uses for materials that would otherwise be discarded, upcycling helps to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills and reduces the demand for new resources to be extracted from the earth. Already existing Garbage patches are scary as hell and we all should give our best to no increase their size as it happened over the past decades.
By upcycling you save greenhouse gas emissions, conserving energy, and preserve natural habitats on your own! Upcycling is also creative and fun, as it allows people to use their imagination and skills to repurpose materials in new and interesting ways.

Look around you and think out of the box what materials you can reuse and transform into something new. You will be surprised how much we throw away what we could actually reuse.

Upcycling can also save you a lot of money to obtain new products or materials, as it often requires fewer resources and labor than producing something from scratch. Additionally, it can be done on a small or large scale. It can be done by you but also businesses and organizations of all sizes. There are many examples of upcycling projects that have a significant impact on waste reduction and resource conservation within many branches. To give you some ideas what companies do: Check this article on trvst.world or this one on consciouslifeandstyle.com. These two lists are centered around the fashion industry but there are many more companies working to promote upcycling and reusing of materials.

But what is better than buying upcycled stuff? Right - create them on your own!

Facts about Repairing

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We all know what "repairing" means but in general it is the process of fixing or restoring something that is damaged, broken, or malfunctioning. The benefits for the environment and your wallet are the same as for upcycling so this paragraph will be not that long.

Many common household items can be repaired, including appliances, electronics, furniture, cars and more. There are many resources available to help you with repairing, including online tutorials, repair manuals, and repair shops. Some communities have "repair cafes" where people can bring their broken items to be repaired by volunteers. With a quick google search you can check if there is a repair cafe near you.

Some repairs can be done by yourself while others may require the help of a professional. There are many organizations, such as the International Association of Electronics Recyclers (ERI), that focus on responsible repairing and recycling of electronic devices. Of course we all heard about the fact that refurbished electronics can help the environment and it is an exploding consumer market. We bet there is a company in your location doing the same!

Why is Repairing and Upcycling important?

As you 've read already there are many reasons why repairing and upcycling are important. They can help to extend the lifespan of an item, reducing the need for new products to be manufactured and consumed. This can help reduce the environmental impact, as the production of new products often requires significant amounts of energy and resources.

Repairing and upcycling can save money by enabling you to use an existing product for a longer time, rather than having to buy new ones. This can be especially beneficial for people who may not have the financial resources to constantly replace items.

They can also help to build a culture of sustainability and resourcefulness, as it encourages people to think creatively about how they can repurpose and reuse materials rather than simply throwing them away. This can help reduce waste and promote a more responsible and mindful approach to consumption. In the DIYHUB community we encourage you to post all of your upcycling and repairing posts to inspire others to do the same!

Start creating and sharing!

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With this article we gave you reasons why you should think about reusing instead of throwing products in the trash. Repairing and upcycling helps you to gain more skills while saving the environment and money the fun and creative way!

Share your next DIY project into the DIYHUB Community so we can find you easily and support you on your journey! Also make sure to check out posts by other creators to get inspired - we are your hub for DIY projects.

If you need inspiration outside of HIVE we highly recommend you to check out upcyclemystuff.com Over there you can find tons of materials and what you can do with them. For example this summary centered around tin cans.

We discover posts daily in various categories:

CREATIVE: coding, self made cosmetic and beauty products, fabric work, yarn work, pottery paper work and art tutorials
CRAFTING: 3d printing, electronics, jewelry making, metal and woodwork, upcycling
HOME&GARDENING: building, decoration, gardening, homesteading, repairing

Share your Do-It-Yourself projects in the DIYHub community on HIVE with members with the same passion, interests and who will appreciate your work. Let's connect in the community and build strong and long lasting relationships on the HIVE blockchain!

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