I happen to have a chain link fence that I have been displaying art on but if you don’t happen to have a fence and are looking for a way to display some art maybe outside for your neighbors to … Read More...
How to make a recycled cd case votive shade
There are endless possibilities for what could be put in a recycled cd case. I think I may challenge myself to pick something new every day out on my daily walk. Pop on over to the blog Celebrations at Home … Read More...
Recycled Styrofoam cups make a fun math teaching tool
I know we are all trying not to use Styrofoam these days but occasionally it can’t be avoided. So when I spotted this great math teaching tool made from them I thought that it looked like a great way to … Read More...
Dozens of Doily ideas
I love doilies. As the post over at The Idea Room shows so many ways that doilies can be reused, upcycled, repurposed and altered I could be making everything there. These wrist cozies happen to be one of my faves … Read More...
How to make mono prints with scrim fabric
Loose gauzy fabric can make some really interesting patterns because you stretch it out and pull holes and shapes in it. What great way to make backgrounds for collages and paintings. Pop on over to the blog Hand Printed for … Read More...
How to make a recycled paper lantern cloud lamp
I have another BIG and fun recycled craft project today. These fun fluffy clouds would add a great look inside or out. Pop on over to the blog Day to Day Gadgets for the step by step tutorial on how … Read More...
How to make giant octopus tentacles
My complete focus right now is big decorations that I can put on my lawn so that my neighbors can enjoy from afar. When I spotted these giant tentacles I was so tickled and they are pretty easy to make. … Read More...
Amazing original art sold in recycled cigarette machines by Art-o-mat
Are these not amazing mini pieces of art? I am addicted to supporting artists by buying art from Art-o-mat.
Right now since I am not really going out much I purchased one of their surprise Art-o-Cartons. I opened … Read More...
Recycled buttons make fun fish scales
You generally don’t think of buttons and fish at the same time but in this case buttons can make fun fish scales. Over at the blog Sun Hats and Wellie Boots you can see how to make this fun transformation … Read More...
How to make recycled plastic bottle charms
These are so pretty and pretty easy to make too! They are like the middle stage of Shrinky Dinks. Need some new jewelry making supplies to add to your stash? Why not spend some times just making organic shaped recycled … Read More...
How to make a recycled bouncing ball Giant Christmas ornament
I have a feeling that decorating yards is going to be more important now more than ever as many of us will probably not be doing huge indoor gatherings this holiday season. So these giant ball ornaments perfect to hang … Read More...
Glowing ghost Halloween decoration
Is it too soon to start thinking about Halloween? Some may say yes, other maybe not. Well this cool way to make a glowing decoration may come in handy for other themes. Pop on over to the blog Penny Wise … Read More...
Huge collection of wall decor made with fiber and hoops
Often times simple knot making can be a zen project, remember all those friendship bracelets we would spend hours making? Well, over at the blog Arch Zine there is a huge collection of projects made with all sorts of fiber … Read More...
How to make a tiny recycled clothes pin easel
Are you a fan of mini art projects like ATC’s? This idea for upcycling a clothes pin to make a mini easel is brilliant! Pop on over to the blog Sue’s Creative Workshop for the tutorial on how to make … Read More...
smART Sketcher and cell phone are the easiest way to transfer images
Today I have a fun new device to tell you about and show you how easy and fast it is to use. Meet the smART Sketcher. All you do is download the smARTt Sketcher App and you are ready … Read More...
Easiest recycled necklace charm bail
Could this be any simpler? I don’t think so. So you now have no excuse in transforming all your stash of pretty buttons, single earrings and other bits of this and that into amazing new jewelry. I know I will … Read More...
Add a little love to your yard
When I spotted this lawn filled hearts I thought how fun would this be to make in virtually any new or recycled material. All that would matter would be to have lots! I bet anyone walking by would get a … Read More...
How to make recycled paperclip earrings
Yes you read the title right! These lovely modern shaped earrings are made out of recycled paper clips. This looks like a nice tiny project that could be easily carried on the go and made virtually anywhere. Pop on over … Read More...
Creative ways to make art with pencil shavings
I love when I spot a new recycled element. Who would have ever thought you could be so creative with pencil shavings? Certainly not me but wow these tiny skirts on these dancing ladies are so cute in all the … Read More...
How to make easy scrap fabric bowls
These little fabric bowls are just darling. I keep a box of small fabric scraps for just this type of project. I bet baby clothes that have cute details but otherwise unwearable would work too for this. Pop on over … Read More...