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Recycled Christmas Decor Goes Mainstream in Argentina With Step-by-Step DIY Guides

Local outlets share tutorials from Instagram and YouTube creators, promising budget relief with greener celebrations.

Overview

  • TN highlights bell ornaments made from unused flowerpots or plastic bottles, credited to Atix Home, with simple painting and assembly steps suitable for kids under adult supervision.
  • A TN tutorial explains how to craft nutcracker figures using two empty soda cans for the body and sticks for the arms, finished with primer and painted details.
  • Los Andes details mini Christmas trees made by recycling paper bags and brochette sticks, providing a full materials list and optional battery-powered LED lighting.
  • Diario Uno follows a YouTube guide from Manitas creativas by Alexandra to turn old cardboard boxes into illuminated gift props, stressing the use of LED lights to reduce accident risk.
  • Coverage concentrates on practical, low-cost projects as Argentines prepare to decorate for the traditional December 8 tree setup, pairing sustainability with family-friendly activities.