Crafts with old maps

Got old maps lying around? If they're only creating clutter, why not upcycle! Upcycle and repurpose with these ideas and uses for old maps!

I've always had a slight obsession with maps without really realizing it. Recently it was pointed out that I have a tendency to craft with maps. I think this is because growing up my Dad was a long haul truck driver so we always had an atlas around or went on trips with him where he would show me the plotted out roots on the map so I could learn to follow along, these were the days before GPS. Now when the mapbooks were well used or a new one was purchased I always took the old one. It was…

1001tips: 10 Ways To Reuse Your Old Maps

I love to upcycle and reuse old maps, they are very affordable craft paper. There are so many fun things you can do with them. One of the most popular things I'…

Wanderlust got a hold of you? Check out these 25 fabulous ideas to incorperate your love of travel in your diy home decor! #diyhomedecor #wanterlust

We at GearJunkie love maps. Unabashedly, our office is filled with them. We got to thinking about how we could put these adventure relics to use...

Do you love to travel? Ignite your wanderlust on a daily basis by upcycling old maps into keepsake treasures for your home. From must-haves for your office to decorations and lampshades, we’ve rounded up our top ten free projects for you to enjoy. And you get to be thrifty at the same time – what could be better?

DIY map art of all your favourite places. Made from repurposed old road maps and atlases in a few minutes. A lovely personalized gift idea.

Who has been traveling this summer? If you have, leave a comment letting us know where you have been! Today we have 14 DIYs using maps that you can make!

I've loved map crafts ever since I was little - if you are obsessed with them too, you are going to love this collection of 20+ project ideas.