I just think these plastic containers that got a bunny makeover are just adorable. And I tend to save all plastic containers that come with lids for either crafting or the transport of yummies. Combine both by transforming plain plastic … Read More...
How to make a recycled dog food bag garden tote bag
I think I’m going to have to ask my friends if any of them buy dog food in a bag like this just so I can sew a recycled bag! Kindra sent in this link to her great tutorial on … Read More...
How to make an eggshell flower
Over at the blog Creative Mind there is a fun tutorial for making a spring bouquet of flowers out of one of another symbol of spring, the egg, well the shell at least.
Message in a (recycled of course) Jar Project
Over a the the blog A Nest For All Seasons Amy posted her contribution to A Jar Project. This is when you put a little something pretty and a bit of inspiration into a jar and leave it for someone… Read More...
How to make a 50’s style starburst Easter Egg decoration
Oh I just fell in love with this project and I am going to be going to the old egg stash to whip myself up one of these 50’s style starburst decorations. The clever crafter really got the style right … Read More...
A great idea for turning wrappers into jewelry
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Fun video about a recycled art workshop that is fun and inspiring
Over at Alma’s blog Create Out Loud she posted a fun video to promote her aptly named “Child’s Play Workshop“. While there you can check out her fun tutorials for making beaded beads with a cotton ball base… Read More...
How to make a modern art style decorated gift bag and bow
Over at Alexa’s blog The Swell Life there is a swell tutorial on how to use recycled magazine pages to transform a plain gift bag into this modern art style one.
How to make a vintage flower pin topiary
This is the perfect solution to having a collection of something! Why, using it to make it into something else like a fabulous decoration. See how the naughty secretary herself, Jen took her pretty stash of vintage pins and made … Read More...
How to recycle a boring mat and frame into a fabulous one
Mats and frames can be a tad on the dull side so why not use some of those cool distressing and altering techniques to make them just as fabulous as the art that’s in them. That’s just what Valery of … Read More...
How to make a recycled plastic bottle heart necklace
Over at the blog Craftside there is a fun tutorial on how to cut and stamp a recycled plastic bottle into a cute heart pendant. While there you can enter to win a copy of The Complete Photo Guide to … Read More...
How to recover an umbrella
Dianna of the blog Whatever Dee Dee Wants posted an awesome tutorial on how to recover an umbrella! What a great way to make a custom design that coordinates with the rest of your rain gear!
How to recycle Pez dispensers into wall art
I just cracked up when I saw this! At first it looks like something classy and old and then you look at it for another second and you realize what its made from. Check out the super tutorial on how … Read More...
How to make a cute inside tree decoration to hang cute things
Over at the blog Creating Really Awesome Free Things (C.R.A.F.T) pretty clever hu? Jamie has whipped up a charming indoor tree made from recycled branches perfect for hanging little things from to display and enjoy. See how to make a … Read More...
How to make a super easy recycled tie to dress up your dog
I’m wondering if this is the next fun trend…ties! last week was a faux St. Patrick’s Day tie for your favorite 2 legged friend and now thanks to Erika of the blog Sew Doggy Style she shared a great tutorial … Read More...
Giveaway and review of Cloth Paper Scissors: Studios
I have another National Craft Month fun giveaway for you today. Leave a comment in today’s post by Midnight Wednesday March 30, 2011 and you are entered to win a copy of the eye-candy filled Cloth Paper Scissors Studios Spring … Read More...
How to transform a spring purse into a bicycle basket
Tina of the blog Sweet Floweret sent in this cute tutorial on how to turn a spring dollar store woven purse into a cute basket for her daughter’s bicycle.
How to recycle a paper towel tube into a vintage style favor pouch
Melony has joined the ranks of t he clever crafters who have made the average cardboard bathroom tissue or paper towel cardboard tube into a super cute and useful project. She posted a great tutorial on how to make vintage … Read More...
How to make a recycled candy wrapper treat pouch
Not only is this a fabulous idea, included in the great tutorial is a great NTM (new to me) product iron-on vinyl! Pop on over to Vanessa’s blog Punkin Patterns for her super tutorial on how to make a recycled … Read More...
How to make primitive apothecary jars with recycled jars
These robin’s egg filled primitive style apothecary jars made from recycle jars just beg spring to come! See this post at the blog A Diamond in the Stuff to see more photos of this set and to see a black … Read More...