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title: Inspiration for Upcycling - Planet Aid, Inc.
description: Inspiration for Upcycling October 5, 2021 Upcycling is a term that may not be as popular as recycling but it lacks no less significance. If you are not fam
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# [Inspiration for Upcycling - Planet Aid, Inc.](https://www.planetaid.org/blog/thrift-center/thrift-center-blog/inspiration-for-upcycling)

 Written by [Planet Aid, Inc.](https://www.planetaid.org/blog/author/planet-aid-inc-) | Oct 5, 2021

Upcycling is a term that may not be as popular as recycling but it lacks no less significance. If you are not familiar with the term, Merriam Webster dictionary describes upcycling like this:

> to recycle (something) in such a way that the resulting product is of a higher value than the original item: to create an object of greater value (from a discarded object of lesser value).

Making something greater out of disregarded material or a discarded object is something to shoot for. Nevertheless, inspiration is what's needed the most.

The Cosiest.com has an article that is certainly worth checking out, especially if you want to elevate the look of your outdoor patio or yard. The article even speaks about using a shoe organizer for growing plants--now that is different.

Get a glimpse into some inspired ways to take your upcycle game up a notch with [12 Creative Ideas for Outdoor Patio and Yard Designs](https://icosiest.com/blogs/outdoor/creative-ideas-outdoor-patio-yard-design).

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