I am sure this project could be used for all sorts of topics but Lowri sent in a link to her blog Paper Vine where she posted a charming tutorial on how to make a Valentine’s Day card out of … Read More...
Steampunk style knife and key photo hanger
See how I made this fun little photo hanger from a recycled knife and key over at Craftside. While you’re there enter to win a copy of the book Steampunk Chic Vintage Flair from Recycled Finds that I took … Read More...
Darling birds made from tiny scraps of fabric and more!
Over at Mel Designs she posted a great tutorial on how to make these recycled scrap paper sewn birds and in her never ending quest to keep all those left over scraps organized for her next fabulous scrap project she … Read More...
How to make a woven recycled straw heart
I love simple and easy folding projects especially when you can do them on the go with recycled materials. Such is the case with this folded drinking straw heart perfect for a Valentine accent. See the tutorial video post sent … Read More...
How to make tree branch hooks
I love it when things are simple and cool! You too? Pop on over to Christy’s blog Whimsical Whimsies to read how her and her man made tree branch hooks.
How to make recycled newspaper wall art
Sometime the simplest projects can have the most stunning impact. Such is the case with Sangeetha’s latest project she sent in. Check out the easy tutorial she featured at her blog Style By Eva Diva on how to make recycled … Read More...
Too cute wire deer
Nina sent in a link to this post at Stone Wood Grass that features a charming little deer made from a scrap of wire. Just thought it was too cute not to share!
How to make a recycled shag rug dog bed
Sometimes the photography of a recycled project is just as fun as the project. This was my favorite photo over at the blog Sew Doggy Style where Erika featured her tutorial on how to sew a doggy bed from a … Read More...
How to make Valentine’s Day wall art
Over at Jamie’s blog The Letter 4 there is a fun and easy tutorial on how to make Valentines Day wall art out of pretty much anything and a bit of Mod Podge.
How to make a recycled photo frame chalkboard serving tray
This is such a great idea for all your entertaining needs. I bet it would be easy to whip up a bunch of these recycled frame chalkboard serving trays and bring them to parties for hostess gifts. See the easy … Read More...
How to make a baby head support from a sock
The great thing about this craft is not only can you make it out of a recycled sock but when the baby grows you can recycle the use of the project or take it apart and recycled the sock into … Read More...
How to make a recycled paper tube magnetic pen holder
Is it not amazing what a simple fold or two can do to transform an ordinary toilet paper tube into a pretty and useful object? Well we can thank Shelley of the blog Sew & Dipity for sending in a … Read More...
How to make a recycled bottle cap pin cushion
Isn’t this just cute as a button? Oh wait it’s made of buttons! OK I’m a little silly right now. But if you think this is cute like I do and want to make a bunch for yourself pop on … Read More...
Review: Whimsey Box
Did you grow up getting some kind of book or magazine monthly? I did and I just L.O.V.E.D it! It was so exciting when you knew it was about the time of the month when it would arrive. Now I … Read More...
How to make a knit recycled t-shirt scarf
Did you get a t-shirt as a gift this holiday season that just doesn’t quite make the cut….you know the pun I’m about to make here. See how to cut that t-shirt up and knit it into a scarf following … Read More...
How to repurpose a pretty parasol into a light shade
Over at the blog My Chic Life Rachel posted a great idea for repurposing a pretty paper parasol and turning it into a shade for a bare ceiling bulb. See the tutorial on how to make a recycled parasol lamp … Read More...
How to make a recycled faux-ish chalkboard
I say “faux-ish” because you do actually use chalk to write on this “chalkboard” See what is faux about this over at the link Kim sent in to her blog DIY Louisville where she posted her fun idea and tutorial … Read More...
How to make your own Washi tape and then use it to dress up blah office supplies
I bet lots of you have “get organized” on your New Year’s Resolution list and why not make your organizing elements pretty? That’s just what Jenny of the blog Craft Test Dummies has done. And this is another case of … Read More...
How to sew a recycled shop rag pillow
Run don’t walk out to the garage (but don’t tell the person who washes the cars what you’re doing!) and grab a couple of shop rags. Then pop on over to Tiki’s blog Ribbons Lace and Inspiration to follow the … Read More...
How to make a vintage storybook page coin purse
This is such a darling project and one that can be adapted to any style by using anything you like between the clear layers. See the awesome tutorial that Cintia posted on her blog My Poppet that features her tutorial … Read More...
