This is an Elsie Marley pattern for "boy belts" that is easy, practical, cute, would be fun for anyone of any age or gender to do, involves recycling, could give you reason to learn a useful new skill (grommeting*) and could be used to make jewelry like collars and bracelets. plus, it's a good, sharp blog with LOTS of original art and ideas and beautiful photos, gorgeous style. And she's an Etsy girl too. :)

*sorry, i really just wanted an excuse to say "grommetting".