Resourceful Collection (page 2)

Illustration of tomato plants in compost bag with marigolds growing between to attract pests

Hand placing ice cube into dent in carpet caused by legs of table or chair (removing dent in carpet)

Illustration of Siberian tent made from animal skin and bones

bomb crater, cricket pitch / W H Robinson
Not even a five foot deep bomb crater on the cricket pitch can stop play when a simple wooden plank will allow the game to continue

Munchausen, having tethered his horse to pole in snowstorm, in morning finds snow gone and horse on church spire. Ever resourceful, he severs tether with a shot, mounts and continues his journey

Blue Tit (Cyanistes Caeruleus), bird feeding on cream from milk bottle

Mending household items 1944
Make Do and Mend. During World War Two women became very resourceful, they tackled repairs and maintenance of many clothing and household items, that today we would just throw away and replace. 1944

Illustration of showing how to melt ice covering pond using base of saucepan containing boiling wate

Illustration of old metal post used as vertical support for climbing plant

Black and white illustration of using broken pot to plant Sempervivum (Houseleek)

Illustration of old piece of carpet on top of compost bin

Illustration of adults and children using the natural resources snow and ice provide

Illustration of shining light on flowers to remove pollen beetles from flowers in vase

Black and white illustration showing how to clean greenhouse roof glass using long handled floor mop

Black and white illustration of using spout and string to mark curve in lawn

Illustration of Mesopotamian comb, eastern Mediterranean needle, Mediterranean beads, and European h

Illustration showing pouring egg and milk on stale bread spread with butter and raspberry jam

Black and white illustration of lead weight in hem of tablecloth

Black and white illustration of making hinged wire barbecue rack from coathanger and wire mesh

Black and white illustration of reviving stale loaf of bread by steaming in colander in saucepan

Black and white illustration of removing candle wax from tablecloth using warm iron and kitchen pape

Black and white illustration of tying tablecloth edge

Black and white illustration of lining shopping basket with crumpled newspaper to insulate food as i

Illustration of heating small amount of liquid in ladle above gas ring

Black and white illustration of straining jelly through bag tied to upturned stool with bowl on base

Black and white illustration of defrosting refrigerator freezer compartment using hair dryer

Black and white illustration using tin opener to open oyster shell opening

Black and white illustration of rinsing mung beans with water through muslin on top of jar

Illustration of lining plant pot with bubble wrap

Illustration of using paintbrush and pot of natural yoghurt to age patio paving slabs

Illustration of climbing Clematis growing over rubble in garden

Black and white illustration of improvised barbecue grill

Black and white illustration of wearing washing up glove to unscrew jar lid

Hands wrapping frozen food in newspapers to keep it cool

Black and white illustration of umbrellas stored in an old earthenware pipe, placed on a ceramic tile

Black and white illustration of a net hung across a garages ceiling, holding various items packed up in bags

Black and white illustration of a sloping shelf containing cans

Using a cooling rack to cover an open drain

Black and white illustration of hand gluing ping-pong ball onto corner of table (protecting corners of a low table)

Black and white illustration of hands hanging a bicycle on a pair of brackets on a wall

Black and white illustration of a wine rack made from plastic drain pipes and ropes, hand seen removing a bottle

Black and white illustration of a tray with holes in it, placed over sink and used as a drainer

Hands placing layers of newspaper as alternative to underfelt on clean hard floor before laying carpet

Black and white illustration, using a cars rubber foot mat to provide extra grip for tyres in snow

Crumpled newspaper in plastic bags being placed into empty spaces in a freezer to maintain efficient freezing

Black and white illustration of using upturned wine glass to cut pastry

Black and white illustration of hand holding tin of beans in middle of cake tin

Black and white illustration of removing burnt food from electric hob using damp tea towel

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Unleashing the Power of Resourcefulness: From Ice-Cold Refreshments to Ancient Innovations" A wheelbarrow filled with ice and drinks in bottles and cans, a testament to resourcefulness at backyard parties. Ned Kelly, the legendary outlaw, donning homemade armor and shooting a handgun - an embodiment ingenuity. Journey back in time as we explore Nabta Playa, Egypt - a cross-section illustration revealing an oval house made from animal skins with fire below ground and smoke rising above; ancient resourcefulness at its finest. Preventing hungry birds from devouring newly sown grass by hanging lightweight netting - a clever solution captured in an illustrative masterpiece. Step into history with an advert for the Ministry of Food 1940, showcasing how resourcefulness played a vital role during challenging times. "Mending the Baseball, " an oil on canvas painting depicting skilled hands repairing cherished sports equipment through resourceful techniques. Delve into ancient civilizations as we marvel at cut-out flora objects from ancient Egypt - evidence of their innovative use of resources for artistic expression. Amidst the chaos of WW1, witness a Scottish soldier finding solace while writing home on a spiral staircase - resilience and adaptability personified. The wind farm in La Muela, Zaragoza, Spain stands tall as evidence that harnessing renewable energy sources is both sustainable and resourceful for our planet's future. Observe nature's brilliance as male chimpanzees utilize sticks to catch fallen fruits or black-striped capuchins using rocks as tools to break open palm nuts - showcasing intelligence born out of necessity among our primate relatives. Witness the adorable sight of a baby ground squirrel seeking shade under its own tail within Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park – proof that even animals exhibit remarkable adaptability when it comes to utilizing available resources.