Devoted DIY-Recycling T-Shirts

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We love Disney t-shirts, it's one of the most popular items purchased in the parks.  However, what to do when it’s unwearable?  Maybe worn out from too many trips, stained from the Turkey Leg or no longer fits (nothing to do with the Turkey Leg).  You can always recycle (or the new word is upcycle) your favorites. Here are a few ideas of my own and some fun tips I found while searching the internet.

Make a Quilt
Or if you are like me, have someone make a quilt for you.  There are many services out there that will take your old t-shirts,  cut out the image and sew into a quilt of memories.  What better way to have your trip memories available as a cozy blanket to wrap around you as you watch your favorite Disney classic on TV. If you are handy of course you can do this on your own and make it a family project!

Make a Story

Many of the photo printing sites out there offer soft and hard cover books of your photos.  Some even use Disney backgrounds and graphics.  Often there are great deal for free books or half price book.  Take a close up photo of the image on your t-shirt.  Either on you, or stretched out on the back of a chair.  Make a collage book of your favorite t-shirts and maybe include text with fun anctedotes of that particular trip.  For example: "This is the 2010 trip shirt we bought Andrew after he got soaked on Splash Mountain”.  You can even put in a few pics of your family wearing the shirt on a trip.  Then if the shirt is in good shape, give to a charity of your choice.  There are many kids that will never make it to Disney and the shirt alone will be priceless.

Make a Journal

Now this is a simple craft to do with your older children. Purchase a plain journal, preferably with a hard cover. Lay out the book and arrange the t-shirt image around the front and back. Leaving an at least an inch extra, cut out the graphic from the shirt and any extra material for the back. Simply glue the flaps down inside the cover, folding corners as needed. Use binder clips to keep in place while the glue dries.  Cut away any extra fabric.  Now you have a new journal. Maybe for recording memories of the next trip to Disney?

Repurpose the Shirt

• Tote Bag:  The internet is full of ideas for repurposing t-shirts. One of the easiest is to turn it into a tote bag. It’s washable and durable and the world certainly has enough plastic bags! Click here for step-by-step instructions.
• Throw Pillows:  What better way to decorate your child’s room (or your child at heart) than with throw pillows from Disney t-shirts.  Click here to get instructions for this fun project.
• Wall Art:  No need to buy expensive art from Disney, use your t-shirts instead.  A quick trip to the art supply or craft store and you’re ready to redecorate.  Click here for the instructions to Disney decorate.
• Laptop or Ipad Case: Keep those electronics protected and maybe disguised a bit. Click here for the instructions. 

I had fun finding some new ideas for recycling t-shirts.  Any ideas you would like to share?  Please leave them in the comment section!

Maria is a Travel Planner for Snapshot Getaways and has quite a few t-shirts to upcycle!  Contact her at maria@snapshotgetaways.com or visit her Facebook page for help planning your trip!

Disneyland Hotel Room Photo Tour

I recently spent a week in Disneyland and had the pleasure of staying in the Disneyland Hotel.  The rooms have recently been refreshed and it is known for it's classic Disney Charm.  Here are a few photos to give you an idea of the "little touches" that Disney provides.  Contact me today at maria@snapshotgetaways.com for help planning your next trip to Disneyland!

Disneyland Hotel

The Headboard provides a little light up and musical magic

Desk Area

Credenza with Mini Fridge

Even the Bathroom had Pixie Dust

Sofa that turned into twin bed

The view was the best!

Wordless Wednesday-Living with the Land Attraction

Maria is a Travel Agent with Snapshot Getaways and this ride is a "must do" on every vacation with her family.  Email her at maria@snapshotgetaways.com for help planning all YOUR "must do's".

Grand Californian Gingerbread House

On our recent trip to Disneyland we were able to watch the Grand Californian Gingerbread House being constructed.  Wish I could transport the yummy smell over the internet!

Day 1-No Gingerbread House in Sight

The Ingredients are Prepared

Day 2-We Woke up to Gingerbread Construction!

The "Construction Crew" Hard at Work

No Detail Too Small

Starting to Look Finished!

Day 3-The Finished Product

Rear View with Grand Californian Logo

Stockings Hung By the Chimney With Care

Maria is a Travel Planner with Snapshot Getaways and would love to help you plan your own holiday trip to Disney!  Follow her on her Facebook page or email maria@snapshotgetaways.com

Cabins at Fort Wilderness Tour

The Cabins at Fort Wilderness is a great option for families of 6.  Check out the photo tour a look at the arrangements!

Some things to consider:

• Included is a full kitchen and all the essentials, so you can make many of your meals and save some money.
• A grill is outside the cabin for a family BBQ!
• Golf Carts are available for rent to get around the resort efficiently.
• Parking is available right outside your front door.

The Cabins at Fort Wilderness

Full and Complete Kitchen

For the Essentials

An innocent looking wall is actually a Full Sized Murphy Bed at night!

No outhouses here!

The Bus Stop along the Route

Bedroom with Bunk Beds and Queen

Outdoor Deck and BBQ Grill

Favorite method of transport!

Hidden Mickey

Maria is a Travel Planner for Snapshot Getaways and would love to help you decide which resort is best for you.  Contact her at maria@snapshotgetaways.com or follow her on Facebook!

Wordless Wednesday-Wilderness Lodge

Wilderness Lodge Deluxe Resort

Maria aka MickeyMom is a travel planner for Snapshot Getaways.  Email her at maria@snapshotgetaways.com for help planning your vacations and follow her Facebook page for great travel deals!