Well, they are calling them beads but they are really little balls that are made from food. They are meant for kids to play with as a sensory item but I am going to think about other ways to use … Read More...
Use a tent to make an easy shaded sandbox and lots more helpful ideas
I loved playing in a sandbox as a kid. I had hours of pretend time in a sandbox my dad built. I think it was mostly baking which is ironic as that’s about all I can do in the food … Read More...
What do you paint on?
I have a few funky decoupaged and painted saw blades but this classic portrait is a great example of how an ordinary surface can be elevated in a kind of ironic way. Pop on over to the blog Less Talk … Read More...
Recycled bicycle wheel wreath and 29 more summer wreath ideas
Bicycle wheels hold so many recycling opportunities. As a round structure with all the wire spokes you can embellish in so many ways. This one is embellished with pretty flowers around part of it so the wheel still shows. Looking … Read More...
Recycled sock Barbie dress
I bet everyone has a random sock or 2 or…..a lot? This idea for transforming that single sock into a stylish dress for a doll is brilliant! All size socks can be used for all different size dolls. Pop on … Read More...
How to use a branch for weaving
Using yarn in unconventional ways to make decorations and art is one of my favorite things to look for as I have quite the yarn stash. This idea for weaving on a branch is sooooo cool. The shape of the … Read More...
Easy art transfer used to make a countdown calendar
Countdown calendars can be used for all sorts of countdowns in addition to Advent. The tutorial on how to make this countdown calendar includes a great way to transfer printout numbers (and really anything onto a surface like this wood. … Read More...
How to paint lovely minimalist flowers
This wonderful watercolor flower painting tutorial is featured on Easter eggs but I bet it would work on regular paper or other surfaces. Roll on over to the blog Dream A Little Bigger for the step by step tutorial on … Read More...
How to make recycled cardboard penguins
I am in the mood to craft all sorts of winter things…since it is is around 100 degrees practically everywhere… maybe others will want to stay in the AC and craft up some cute penguins with their shipping boxes. Waddle … Read More...
How to make pompom ice cream cones
This pompom ice cream cone garland is beyond cute. While it is a great summertime decoration I bet it could be used for other celebrations or gift toppers. Pop on over to the blog Lia Griffith for the step by … Read More...
Clean way to play with paint
When I spotted this bag of paint I was wondering if you let the paint dry you could then peal off the plastic and you would have a colorful sheet of dry paint to maybe die cut or use in … Read More...
Make an adorable snail with a recycled marble and more!
Isn’t it amazing how simple materials can be transformed into something so charming and unique? This little snail made from recycled marbles is a prime example of that. It’s not just a cute decor piece, but it’s also an environmentally … Read More...
How to make a stick Christmas tree
Christmas in July-yah I said it. Nothing makes me think about Christmas more than 100 degree temperatures. Time to start keeping my eyes open on my walks for branches to make these darling stick Christmas trees featured at Bloglovin’. If … Read More...
I “heart” recycled keyboard projects
If you like to spell messages out in your decor this idea for making a heart with the word love in it made out of recycled computer keys could be just the project for a hot summer day. The recycled … Read More...
Great idea for recycled kitty litter square bucket cubbies
If you use kitty litter and have access to these buckets why not recycled them into this awesome wall of storage cubbies. I love how a few of them use the lid as lip on the cubby/bucket. This recycled kitty … Read More...
How to make a doily covered lantern
Adding a bunch of paper doilies to a paper lantern takes something simple and pretty to a real statement of style. Looking to dress up a standard paper lantern of cover up one that might have seen better days? Pop … Read More...
Guerrilla art – Envelope exchange a good message
I am lucky enough to have an art pen pal and I can’t tell you how much I love it. I highly recommend getting one! This idea for a wall of envelopes filled with good messages is a local type … Read More...
Easy last minute 4th of July decoration craft
Happy 4th of July everyone! Need a bit of festive last minute crafting to sparkly up your day? Grab some red, silver and blue pipe cleaners and pop on over to the blog Simple Crafty Fun for the easy tutorial … Read More...
Unexpected place to use washi tape
I am so excited about this idea! I have quite a collection of pretty washi tape and I can’t say as I have ever thought of using it to decorate my finger nails! Too cool! Pop on over to the … Read More...
Recycled drink umbrellas are great for making festive lampshades
Nothing says festive quite like drink umbrellas. They can be used to embellish all sorts of things like this paper ball lantern. I bet you can embellish virtually any lampshade with the drink umbrellas. Pop on over to Helen Clyde’s … Read More...