I had totally forgotten about worry dolls but I had a collection of them all through college. I’m sure they are in some box somewhere though. But, not to “worry” I think I will make a new set using the … Read More...

When I first spotted these strips of book pages in a jar I just loved it a simply a great visual. But it it actually serves as a fun way to make a contest. You challenge people to guess what … Read More...

I’ve never really been a dinosaur person but recently I bought a bunch that I thought would make cute sign holders for an art show. Well, I didn’t use them for the show so when I spotted this wall art … Read More...

I have posted recycled doll head planter projects before and I have made one as well. I used a standard plastic doll head and put an aloe plant in it. This doll head has some really cool plants in it … Read More...

I have a large stash of old thread spools. This happens when people know you sew and they are cleaning out stuff and run across a sewing supply stash. They ask you if you want it and who can say … Read More...

I love the minimalism and abstraction of young artists. It’s fun to display this art in unique ways like in a shadow box with the crayons that created it. This idea for fun ways to display art and more can … Read More...

There are so many things you can make with strips of paper. The first one that comes to mind are paper chains traditionally used to decorate a Christmas tree. But strips of paper can be also shaped in the form … Read More...

This project reminds me of making friendship pins but now the illustrious paperclip gets adorned with beads. I bet this project would be great to keep the kiddos busy in the car, on a plane, or stuck inside on a … Read More...

Popsicles are the perfect summer treat and that means they are the perfect subject to craft in the summer. Pop on over to the blog Oh Happy Day for the downloadable covers for the recycled matchboxes to turn them into … Read More...

This adorable project is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face that spots it. In fact I bet it would look great in a window. Pop on over to the blog Pink Stripey Socks for the tutorial on how … Read More...

I think everyone at one point or another spool knits, right? And after last year I don’t think any of us will look at a roll of toilet paper the same again. So why not take one of our favorite … Read More...

Wood slices are so pretty all by themselves but adding a unique crack in them makes them even better. Adding a colored glowing element makes them modern and magical. Pop on over to the blog Imgur for the great detailed … Read More...

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think craft sticks might just be moving up on my list of favorite craft supply. Especially after seeing the great collection of craft stick crafts that are as much fun to make as they then are to play with … Read More...

I am completely in on the miniature mania! I love the objects that are made with easy to find materials and aren’t too fussy. I never thought of using kitchen sponges in place of foam for cushions but it is … Read More...

I am always on the look out for next Christmas’s countdown calendar and I think I have found it! This chevron shaped minimalist one is so cool. Better still each one has fun things to celebrate each day written on … Read More...

Mushrooms are one of my favorite things to paint right now. I never would have thought a large wood wire spool would make a cute mushroom-themed table though. The possibilities for adding all sorts of fairy miniatures underneath could also … Read More...

If your summer plans include walking the beach looking for sea glass or you simply pop by your local store for a bag or two so you can make these adorable Christmas trees. There are so many different ways to … Read More...

Lighthouses are a fun object to decorate with especially in the summer as we associate them with the beach and ocean. Who knew there were so many easy ways to make the simple and interactive object. Pop on over to … Read More...

Shipping pallets may be one of the best items to build with as they are kind of like wood cinder blocks. They have strength and dimension. I don’t think I have seen something this big built with recycled pallets. But … Read More...

I think this may be part of my future dreams is to make big sculptures out of recycled elements like this life-size recycled tire tree. I’m so happy whenever I see creativity constructed with recycled materials on a large scale. … Read More...