Yah, I know Christmas just happened but as we crafters know you can never start making the next holiday’s decorations too soon. Wouldn’t this chick look too cute hanging from the handle of an Easter basket? See how to make … Read More...
Make tiny stars from recycled sheet music
I have made these tiny stars out of regular paper and I can attest to their cuteness! It’s great idea to make tiny origami stars out of recycled sheet music. Pop on over to Ursula Markgraf’s blog for the … Read More...
How to make a recycled Valentine’s Day decoration
Looking to make a little Valentine’s Day decoration? Why not try this fabric ball covered wire hanger heart? See the tutorial on how to make a recycled fabric and hanger heart decoration over at the blog LoLoVie.
Product Review: Gutermann Recycled Thread Polyester
I just got back from CHA and I am so beyond tickled to tell you about my new latest find: Recycled Polyester thread by Gutermann!! Yes it’s made from recycled plastic water bottles! Gutermann invested a lot of time … Read More...
How to turn an old headboard into a bench
Over at the blog Scissors & Spatulas and Everything in between Jen posted her great tutorial on how to turn an old wood headboard into a rustic style bench. This is a great way to use on outgrown or … Read More...
How to make recycled plastic bag bracelets
This is such a fun idea! Check out how to make recycled plastic braided bracelets over at the blog Make It Easy Crafts.
Looking to make more bracelets? CHeck out these Bracelet making kits.
How to make cupcake paper angels
I actually got camo cupcake papers in my stocking for Christmas and now not only can I use them for baking I can make an angel decoration. See the tutorial on how to make a cupcake paper angel over at … Read More...
How to make recycled soda can butterfly earrings
Over at Hub Pages Natashalh shared a great tutorial on how to make recycled soda can butterfly earrings.
Looking for butterfly themed Craft ideas? Check out these Butterfly Craft kits.
How to make a wedding pillow
Elaine Schmidt author of PreCut Patchwork Party: Projects to Sew and Craft with Fabric Strips, Squares and Fat Quarters has posted a great tutorial on how to make a Something Old & Something New Wedding pillow.
A mannequin gets a new life as a jewelry display
Pop on over to the blog Artifacts By Jane to see lots of details and read all about the amazing transformation from standard mannequin to a pretty display shelf.
Looking for jewelry-making supplies? Check out our favorite supplier BeeBeeCraft
How to make a recycled cardboard bird feeder with pattern
Over at the blog Play and Grow there is a great detailed tutorial on how to make this recycled cardboard bird feeder along with the pattern.
Check out these DIY Bird feeder kits we found on Amazon, perfect for gift … Read More...
How to make wooden snowmen
I was going to try to make a “totally square” joke her but really this little family of snowmen made out of recycled bits of 4×4’s are just too cute! Thanks to Amy Jo for sharing them over at her … Read More...
How to make recycled leather moccasins
Over at Coats & Clark there is a fun idea for turning bits of recycled leather into baby and kid moccasins along with a link to the tutorial.
Book Review: ReCraft: How to Turn Second-Hand Stuff into Beautiful Things for Your Home, Family and Friends
You know the term “page turner”? I know it’s usually used in the “word book” world but that is exactly what ReCraft: How to Turn Second-Hand Stuff into Beautiful Things for Your Home, Family and Friends is. It is packed … Read More...
How to make recycled soda tab filled charms
This is a brilliant idea on how to turn soda tabs into charms. Pop on over to the blog Craftgenuity for the tutorial on how to make soda tab filled charms.
Super easy toy action figure jewelry organizer
I love super simple yet brilliant repurposing ideas like this one featured at the blog Teddy Forest on using action figures to organize your jewelry.
Looking for jewelry-making supplies? Check out our favorite supplier BeeBeeCraft
How to make a glowing gift bag
These bags are Halloween themed but I bet they would look just as awesome with a Christmas, Valentine, or Birthday theme. Not to mention on New Years! Imagine showing up at a New Year’s eve party with a glowing bag … Read More...
How to make a recycled book page wings wall decoration
Over at the blog Punk Projects there is a fun tutorial on how to make these angel wings from recycled book pages. I bet this technique could be used to create all sorts of decor.
How to make fingerless gloves from recycled socks
If you get cold hands like me this tutorial on how to make fingerless gloves from a pair of socks featured at the blog We Lived Happily Ever After is just the ticket.
How to make a leopard print tote
Over at the blog Studs and Buttonholes there is an awesome (and easy) tutorial on how to turn a plain tote into a leopard print fashion statement.