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Sewing Pattern Reuses

May 24, 2009 by robyn charles

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Crafting Green World has a great post up, featuring a bunch of different ways to use old sewing pattern tissue paper. My favorites include the coasters pictured above and the flowers.

Beaded Cables

May 23, 2009 by robyn charles

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Tired of staring at those ugly computer cables? String some beads on them (as featured here) and you won’t feel the urge to hide them away next time company comes over!

Tire Trugs

May 22, 2009 by robyn charles

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Make yourself Trug baskets, perfect for carrying flowers, tools, and so much more. Traditionally made of wood and used to carry produce, you can turn junk yard finds into some unique versions to bring to the farmer’s market!

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Junk Mail Beads

May 21, 2009 by robyn charles

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Turn that boring old junk mail into amazing beads like these by following the tutorial over at the New New Blog! I’d love to have a necklace or a super rockin’ bracelet made out of beads like these, and can…

Junk Mail Beads

May 21, 2009 by robyn charles

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Turn that boring old junk mail into amazing beads like these by following the tutorial over at the New New Blog! I’d love to have a necklace or a super rockin’ bracelet made out of beads like these, and … Read More...

DIY Wedding Dresses

May 21, 2009 by robyn charles

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Yes, I got married almost two months ago. I still couldn’t help myself from admiring these DIY dresses featured over at Crafty Crafty. While I wouldn’t have made my own dress, after makin gall my own flowers I can definitely attest…

Magazine Wreath

May 17, 2009 by robyn charles

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Looking for a unique statement art piece to add to your home? Grab some magazines and roll up the pages to make a piece similar to this one, from Rag and Bone!

Looking for something a little smaller, but still want…

DIY – Recycled Magazine Wreath

May 17, 2009 by robyn charles

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Looking for a unique statement art piece to add to your home? Grab some magazines and roll up the pages to make a piece similar to this one, from Rag and Bone!

Looking for something a little smaller, but … Read More...

Condiment Caddy

May 16, 2009 by robyn charles

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What a great idea for carrying all your cook-out needs with you to the park this summer! The tutorial on Craft tells you how to take some recycled industrial light cases to make one for yourself!

Condiment Caddy

May 16, 2009 by robyn charles

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What a great idea for carrying all your cook-out needs with you to the park this summer! The tutorial on Craft tells you how to take some recycled industrial light cases to make one for yourself!

Newspaper Hotplate

May 15, 2009 by robyn charles

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Maya Made links to this amazing hotplate, made from recycled newspapers. Her excitement at owning this gorgeous piece inspired her to try to create her own spirals - check out all the great things she’s made with them!

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Newspaper Hotplate

May 15, 2009 by robyn charles

spirals

Maya Made links to this amazing hotplate, made from recycled newspapers. Her excitement at owning this gorgeous piece inspired her to try to create her own spirals – check out all the great things she’s made with them!

“Reconstruct” DVD

May 14, 2009 by robyn charles

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Check out this amazing new DVD from Garth Johnson, of Extreme Craft. It’s called “Re-construct: Eo-Friendly Crafts Made Easy”! You can find a few great clips up on Craft, along with a link to purchase the amazing DVD.

Bonus? They’ve got…

“Reconstruct” DVD

May 14, 2009 by robyn charles

reconstruct_dvd

Check out this amazing new DVD from Garth Johnson, of Extreme Craft. It’s called “Re-construct: Eo-Friendly Crafts Made Easy”! You can find a few great clips up on Craft, along with a link to purchase the amazing DVD.

Bonus? They’ve … Read More...

Christy’s May Craft Challenge – The Beginning

May 5, 2009 by robyn charles

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So, last month I talked about how I was going to participate in Christy’s Crafty Challenge, and then challenged you all to do the same. And then I went and got married, and by the time I realized it … Read More...

Seat Belt Camera Strap

May 1, 2009 by robyn charles

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Looking for a unique camera strap? Head to the junk yard and rip the seat belt out of an old car to make yourself a unique one following the pattern from Photojojo!

Transform A Men’s Shirt Into A Dress

April 30, 2009 by robyn charles

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Looking for a new dress for your favorite little girl this summer? Grab one of her dad’s (or your brother’s or your husband’s) shirts, and follow the suggestions laid out on MADE to make your own version of this adorable … Read More...

Baby Crinke Toy

April 30, 2009 by robyn charles

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Little kids sure do love crinkly-sounding toys, and thanks to the tutorial from Craft Stylish you can make your own to give as presents this season at baby showers and birthday parties! Some felt, batting, and empty baby wipes packages … Read More...

Altoid Tin Candle

April 28, 2009 by robyn charles

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Traveling this spring, and want to bring along your favorite scents? Grab an old Altoid tin and revamp it into a candle, using the tutorial from Design Sponge that takes you from revamping the outside to getting your favorite scents … Read More...

Tied Quilt

April 28, 2009 by robyn charles

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Spring cleaning time is upon us, and while you’re clearing out your craft room, you’l surely come across fabric that you’ve been stashing away for the perfect project. And if you haven’t used it in at least six months, your … Read More...

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