Over at the Storque they posted a whole house full of great ideas for reusing found things. This was my absolute favorite, a picture used as a table. It sounds simple but, wow! I really thought it looked unusual and great. See…
A painting gets “turned” into a table
Over at the Storque they posted a whole house full of great ideas for reusing found things. This was my absolute favorite, a picture used as a table. It sounds simple but, wow! I really thought it looked unusual and … Read More...
Wallpaper is not just for walls- old tins get in on the action
I love to recycle wallpaper from discontinued wallpaper sample books and Jennifer Perkins of Naughty Secretary Club has posted a great project that not only re-purposes wallpaper but old tins. It’s a recycling twofer! When you’re over there checkin’ out the…
Wallpaper is not just for walls- old tins get in on the action
I love to recycle wallpaper from discontinued wallpaper sample books and Jennifer Perkins of Naughty Secretary Club has posted a great project that not only re-purposes wallpaper but old tins. It’s a recycling twofer! When you’re over there checkin’ out … Read More...
Repurpose vintage t-shirts into spiffy baby duds
Oh so cute! Over at Life of Lindsey the mom-to-be is whipping up super cute onesies and baby t-shirts by repurposing adult size vintage t-shirts. This idea is such a great way to reuse a cherished adult shirt that may have…
Repurpose vintage t-shirts into spiffy baby duds
Oh so cute! Over at Life of Lindsey the mom-to-be is whipping up super cute onesies and baby t-shirts by repurposing adult size vintage t-shirts. This idea is such a great way to reuse a cherished adult shirt that may … Read More...
An industrial pallet gets upcycled into a stylish chair
Studiomama has done an outstanding job recycling a pallet into an excellent looking chair. I really admire a design that turns something particularly ugly like a pallet into something not only functional but also elevates it into a style category.
…An industrial pallet gets upcycled into a stylish chair
Studiomama has done an outstanding job recycling a pallet into an excellent looking chair. I really admire a design that turns something particularly ugly like a pallet into something not only functional but also elevates it into a style category.… Read More...
Recycle those old Spirograph parts into a cool Mixed Media necklace
Margot Potter, The Impatient Crafter has outdone herself with this fantastic re-purposing of old Spirograph spiral wheels into a whimsical necklace. I love the color and scale of this piece. I can’t wait to hit the thrift stores in search of…
Recycle those old Spirograph parts into a cool Mixed Media necklace
Margot Potter, The Impatient Crafter has outdone herself with this fantastic re-purposing of old Spirograph spiral wheels into a whimsical necklace. I love the color and scale of this piece. I can’t wait to hit the thrift stores in search … Read More...
Recycle a jar into the perfect snarky gift
Over at Craftbits they have this funny and super easy snarky craft project that is the perfect gift to give someone when you ask them what they want for their special day and they say, “Nothing”. Well, you can now give…
Recycle a jar into the perfect snarky gift
Over at Craftbits they have this funny and super easy snarky craft project that is the perfect gift to give someone when you ask them what they want for their special day and they say, “Nothing”. Well, you can now … Read More...
Beautiful Bottle Cap Chandelier
Bridget Benton’s Blog is fill with beautiful stuff including this cool chandelier made from……bottle caps! Pop on over to her blog The Matchbook to see how she did it. I do have to say I share in her experience in that when I…
Beautiful Bottle Cap Chandelier
Bridget Benton’s Blog is fill with beautiful stuff including this cool chandelier made from……bottle caps! Pop on over to her blog The Matchbook to see how she did it. I do have to say I share in her experience in … Read More...
Coffee filter, sewing pattern paper and sheet music pom pom garland
This has got to be one of the prettiest transformations of coffee filters, sewing pattern paper and sheet music I have ever seen! Pamela Garrison did an amazing job re-purposing these common elements into a stunning decoration. I love pom poms…
Coffee filter, sewing pattern paper and sheet music pom pom garland
This has got to be one of the prettiest transformations of coffee filters, sewing pattern paper and sheet music
I have ever seen! Pamela Garrison did an amazing job re-purposing these common elements into a stunning decoration. I love pom … Read More...
Video from Knitting Daily TV of recycled handwoven bags
In this clip from Knitting Daily TV Episode 209 “It’s in the Bag,” Liz Gipson introduces knitters to a fun woven bag made from recycled grocery bags, originally shown in Handwoven magazine, and shows the many variations this easy-to-weave bag…
Video from Knitting Daily TV of recycled handwoven bags
In this clip from Knitting Daily TV Episode 209 “It’s in the Bag,” Liz Gipson introduces knitters to a fun woven bag made from recycled grocery bags, originally shown in Handwoven magazine, and shows the many variations this easy-to-weave bag … Read More... Go nuts for this cool hex nut coaster brought to you by Cathie Filian
Wondering what to make for Dad this Father’s Day? (June 21st) Cathie Filian has a ton of super fun and inovative projects including this fun hex nut coaster. If you have a Dad that would be into a hex nut coaster, I’ll…
Recycle newspapers into seed starters
I think this idea is brilliant! Who doesn’t get sale flyers each week in the mail or read a newspaper. What to do with them? Well here is a great idea from Pecan Sandies. She does a great job showing…