Clear containers like recycled Mason jars make one of the best containers to collect and then use for storage. Even better when the jars filled with pretty things can then be arranged into a holiday decoration. I like to make … Read More...

I bet if you are reading this blog you collect something…and if I had to guess you probably collect several things. And you know what? Collections of things are great for decorating for the holidays. In this photo for instance … Read More...

Nicho or niche is a great addition to a battery powered candle. These are a great way to decorate for Halloween or Christmas depending on how you embellish the surfaces. Pop on over to the blog Right Now Crafts for … Read More...

Sometimes the wrapping is better than what’s inside. I think that is the case with these adorable bats that contain candy for Halloween. I bet these would look great displayed even before tearing into them to enjoy the treats. Fly … Read More...

This adorable project utilizes a few of my favorite craft items, recycled cereal boxes and battery powered tea lights. The possibilities of what you put in these illuminated shrines is endless. Pop on over to the blog A. R. Danziger … Read More...

Nothing beats wiggle eyes in 2 sizes to make something cute quickly. Throw in some Halloween candy and a recycled tin can and you are pretty much good to go. Pop on over to the blog Kid’s Craft Room for … Read More...

Got an old pair of medium healed slip on dress shoes? Can’t remember the last time you wore them? Yah, me too. Step on over to the post by Seeing Things on Instructables for a great tutorial on how to … Read More...

I love the retro look of these adorable paper tube and pipe cleaner Christmas candles. And making them in a rainbow of colors is just too festive! Start saving up all your recycled tubes and packaging of all sizes so … Read More...

Making a Halloween decoration that is based on your own hand really makes it special and custom not to mention when it glows it is super spooky! Pop on over to the website Wholesale Halloween Costumes for the step by … Read More...

I have a lot of eyeball decorations I put out for Halloween. In the last year I have been painting a lot of rocks so this tutorial is perfect for this years’ Halloween decorating project. “Eye roll” on over to … Read More...

These cool glowing specimen jars start with recycled jars and use something I didn’t know existed- waterproof battery operated lights! I bet they could be used for all sorts of decorations and centerpieces. Pop on over to the blog Little … Read More...

I think we’ve all stamped with carved potatoes or apples but have you stamped images and made art with marshmallows? I haven’t. I think it’s fun that the marshmallow is white and looks like a ghost. After you are done … Read More...

What I like about this project is how random and unexpected the colors and types of fabric the designer chose to use. I tend to go much more color coordinated with my projects so this one will be my new … Read More...

If you have yarn then you probably have a stash of scraps and ends. Am I right? And that means you probably have a rainbow of colors. Want to make a fun little Christmas decoration with your stash? These Christmas … Read More...

One of the fun things about these pumpkins is that they are two parters. The top pumpkin is the head and the bottom one is the body. The bottoms are still cool enough to be on their own though. Pop … Read More...

I don’t have much storage so I don’t tend to keep big plastic pumpkins so this project for transforming gallon milk jugs into cute monsters that can hold treats or would be cool to make a miniature scene in could … Read More...

It is technically fall now, even thought it’s sweltering hot here. That doesn’t mean the acorns are not plentiful and falling all over. Perfect time to gather them up and start making some mini mushrooms with the caps and some … Read More...

Creating unique toys and games can be as fun as playing them. Sometimes I think the making is more fun! I bet the time spent with little ones creating these adorable popsicle stick puzzles will be time well spent. Pop … Read More...

I am really looking forward to my trees turning colors this fall. Not so much to see them without leaves but the transformation is stunning. I definitely plan on making some of these adorable mushrooms with recycled book pages and … Read More...

Sometimes a transformation of a humble object is just beyond creative and that is just what today’s idea is. The soft, white Q-Tip can be used to make a spooky skeleton! I never would have thought a Q-Tip  would make … Read More...