It’s always fun to turn 3-d things into 2-d and 2-d into 3-d and that is just what today’s project does. Vases are of course usually 3-d but in this case they are 2-d but still in a fun way … Read More...
How to make a popsicle stick lantern
It’s always fun when you can make a project that you can then customize with your own art or your kiddo’s art. Being that this project uses tracing paper you can trace all sorts of things to make this fun … Read More...
How to make adorable recycled cork Tiki necklaces
I’ve painted Tiki faces on recycled palms that were really big so when I spotted these tiny Tiki I fell in love! Pop on over to the blog Sophie’s World for the tutorial on how to make recycled cork Tiki … Read More...
How to make crystal geodes in recycled egg shells
I am nuts for geodes and crystals. I am also in love with molds and casting things out of all sorts of materials. This idea for casting geodes out of recycled eggshells is beyond cool!. So this weekend when … Read More...
How to wrap cookies and treats like giant candies
Are these not the coolest packaging ever!! I want to wrap everything like these giant candies. It is totally scalable. Pop on over to the blog Think Make Share to see this sweet gift wrapping technique that makes anything look … Read More...
Super collection of wind chimes of all sizes and materials
I will admit I like the idea of wind chimes but not such a fan of the noise they make for long periods of time. I think they are super creative and pretty. But I think this “wind chime” made … Read More...
How to use recycled styrofoam to make stamps for block printing
I just started carving my own stamps for block printing. And I am hooked! I love this idea for using recycled styrofoam to carve images with a pencil. It looks like a great way to practive and experiment. Pop on … Read More...
How to make a recycled wine cork adorable sheep perfect for Easter decorating
As Easter approaches, many people are starting to think about how to decorate their homes and gardens for the season. While there are many traditional decorations like Easter eggs, bunnies, and flowers, one unique and eco-friendly option that is gaining … Read More...
How to make an easy and adorable fairy bridge
Do you make fairy doors or little fairy villages? Well, this little bridge is the perfect accessory to go with your miniature door. It is so easy to make and I bet it could look cute in a mini zen … Read More...
How to make an adorable and easy Leprechaun gnome perfect for St Patrick’s Day
I made a gnome tp cozy with a red hat and a pompom for a nose a few years ago. I bet I can make a slip cover green hat out of felt and turn it into a St. Patrick’s … Read More...
Fun lollipop label perfect for Valentine’s Day and more
This lollipop label is an easy and fun way to embellish a sweet treat that is perfect to give to all the people you care about on Valentine’s Day. A good word-play always makes me smile. Pop on over to … Read More...
How to make a paper whistle
Some people can whistle and some cannot. This fun paper project will make it so everyone can whistle. This might be a fun project to make for Valentine’s Day to give or make with all your friends. Pop on over … Read More...
How to make a unicorn Valentine box
This is just darling and while meant for kids I find it a bit artistic in a cubist style. I really think there is art in this construction. Well however you happen to like it and need to make one … Read More...
Recycled hula hoops make great wall art and displays
I loved making hula hoops with pipe from the hardware store and then decorating them with all sorts of tape and ribbon. So this idea for using them to make wall art with flowers, words, photos and more is a … Read More...
How to make tiny recycled bottle screw top containers
These are so cute! I want to cover them in fabric or paper collage…or maybe gems? Pop on over to the blog Brit Co for the detailed step by step tutorial on how to make recycled screw top bottle tiny … Read More...
Mix things up the Easter with fun and pretty egg decorating and displays
These burger eggs have to be the cleverest and unexpected Easter decoration I’ve spotted. I bet these would look adorable across the lawn ready to hunt for on Easter morning. These and a bunch more clever Easter egg decorating and … Read More...
Send a “hug” to everyone for Valentine’s Day
I think this project is just darling. Who wouldn’t want to get a “hug”? There are so many ways to go with this project, kid style, adult modern style, filled with words and messages like a love letter, abstract, collaged … Read More...
Cute “hand” made Valentine crafts for all ages
I bet this Valentine card could be made HUGE! I wonder how big it could go? This adorable “hand” made Valentine card is part of a collection of Valentine crafts perfect for all ages. Pop on over to the blog … Read More...
Another fun Toilet Paper tube craft perfect for Valentine’s Day and beyond
Maybe someday we will all think back on the times that TP Toilet paper was in short supply as a story we tell our grand kids but now it is still fresh so what better recycled material to use in … Read More...
How to fold little origami gems perfect to embellish with all sorts of goodies
To me these look like the perfect little framed surface to embellish with glitter and other sparkly bits. Want to fold mini gems? Pop on over to the blog Paper Kawaii for the video tutorial on how to fold origami … Read More...