F is for Flip Flop

That's right: flip flops! This fabulous menagerie is created from a regular supply of flip flops which wash up on the African shoreline. The company which makes them, UniquEco, started in Nairobi, Kenya, and has collected more than 150,000 from around the world. Along with these delightful creatures, they make jewelry, handbags and lifesized sculptures of whales!

Available in the UK from The Recycle Warehouse.

T is for Tyre Swing

These backyard swing has been around the block more times then I can count, but there life in the old horse yet. Created by Wildlife Creations International, each is made from a recycled tire and transformed into a brand new plaything! It was even featured on Treehugger!