It’s back-to-school season and we have got you covered! In this video by “Crafty Hackers,” they show ten ways to recycle, reuse and create school supplies; utilizing the items left from the previous school year and around the house....
T-shirt reuse is a great avenue to explore if you want to create something new out of something old. It’s a way to express yourself through clothing. It is estimated the average person spends close to $100 monthly on...
We are Speechless…but Grateful! Thank you for voting The Scrap Exchange the Best Consignment/Thrift Shop in Durham County, Best Art/Craft Supply Store in the Triangle, & Best Environmentally Friendly Business in the Triangle!!! We are grateful to you, our...
We at the Scrap Exchange have declared July and August the Summer of Reuse! We will be highlighting a number of ways to promote creative reuse, zero-waste and upcycling! This summer you can join in by: Checking out our...
We all can agree there tend to be cardboard boxes strolling around the house constantly. From online shopping, groceries, and everything in between. It is normal to resort to throwing the box out but what if there is a...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. After the major shifts in our way of life last year and the daily stressors that continue today, establishing and maintaining best mental health practices are on everyone’s radar. There are several reasons...
The Scrap Exchange celebrates Women’s History Month by featuring Zanobia Sewing’s one-of-a-kind handbag creations. The totes feature empowering designs using locally sourced cloth from Spoonflower, a celebration of beauty and power evident in every design. The handbags can be...
There is no reason the pandemic has to put the kibosh on your creativity. The Scrap Exchange is excited to provide you with Creative Classes Online! Below are just a few reasons why you should consider joining us for...
The Scrap Exchange is not just for donating your old, gently used items or scraps, or shopping to find your own second-hand treasures. It is also a place to enjoy creative reuse art both inside the shops and throughout...
During the Stay at Home period, while their physical stores were closed, the Scrap Exchange pivoted to create an online store. In response to the demand for face coverings, the Scrap Exchange provided jobs for some furloughed employees by...