This is another of my favorite twofers. A project the kiddos will have fun making then playing with.
Pop on over to the blog Frugal Fun 4 Boys for the tutorial on how to make a recycled cardboard marble run… Read More...
May the 4th Be With You Craft recycled plastic Easter egg Weeble Wobbles
Now this technique for turning recycled plastic Easter eggs into Weeble Wobbles is just too cool. I want to paint them in all sorts of themes. But to celebrate May the 4th Be With you day try out the Star … Read More...
The easiest no-sew interchangeable button bracelet
I am really excited about this new interchangeable no-sew button bracelet kit available at Buttons Galore. The possibilities are truly endless! Use the buttons that come in the kit that are beyond cute (and kid friendly) to beautiful elegant and … Read More...
Upcycle books with your own stamped quotes
This recycled book project really has unlimited possibilities. Over at the blog Junque to Jewels there is a tutorial on how to stamp on recycled books and stack them to make your favorite quote or sentiment. Not a stamper? … Read More...
Fun recycled toilet paper holder idea
I love the industrial look and of course recycling industrial elements in unexpected ways is super fun. Bathrooms can be a fun room to add these little unexpected elements into your decor. This idea for using a crescent wrench to … Read More...
How to make recycled paper coil beads
Generally when you say coiled paper beads you think of the ones you see showing the flat side of the paper and are more like a tube or elliptical shaped but these coiled paper beads you see the folded … Read More...
How to make cardboard cacti
I have been playing around with organic oval shapes in my paintings and when I spotted these cardboard cacti made out of oval-ish shapes I thought I could paint the shapes all funky colors and make silly cacti. Maybe even … Read More...
Big bunch of mask (sleeping) ideas
I was looking around for some scrap fabric projects and then I thought about the fact that I need a new eye mask cover for my ice pack. While looking around I nearly dropped my laptop when I spotted this … Read More...
Paint the Earth for Earth Day
Happy Earth Day! Let’s face it if you are reading this you celebrate Earth Day every day like I do. This unusual “tool” for painting a abstract modern Earth looks like it would be a great way to make cards … Read More...
Flip a “boy” shaped cookie cutter to make a bunny shape
I bet if you have cookie cutters you just might have a “boy” shaped cookie cutter. If so you are all set to make bunny shapes holding little eggs. They look like the classic Peep bunnies. Along with using this … Read More...
How to make floating greenery votives
Hey there! I just discovered a new crafting project and I’m so excited to share it with you. Have you heard of floating greenery votive holders? They’re these amazing little candle holders that have floating greenery inside, and they look … Read More...
great collection of fun ways to display jewelry
I bet a lot of you do craft shows? Well, even if you don’t you probably have some jewelry you may not have an opportunity to wear a lot but still would love to enjoy looking at regularly and make … Read More...
Easy recycled cardboard box Easter basket
I kind of like this undecorated but I bet most people would see this recycled box Easter basket as the perfect canvas to add all sorts of bunnies, flowers, chicks and pretty colored elements to. Hop on over to the … Read More...
How To Stop Mason Jar Lids From Rusting
This is just a great tip- using a plastic lid from a peanut butter jar with a mason jar when storing in the freezer to prevent rust. As we all try to reduce our single use containers- storage in pretty … Read More...
Easter decoration “mashup”
Vintage kitchen tools can be fun to decorate with just on their own but add some adorable spring and Easter elements and you have a real centerpiece. Pop on over to the blog Zetta’s Aprons for a whole collection of … Read More...
How to make a recycled denim pocket Easter bunny
What a great spin on an Easter basket….bunny. It is amazing how many projects you can make with recycled denim and the pockets. Hop on over to the blog Salvage sister and mister for the step by step tutorial and … Read More...
Soroptimist of Glendale Bras for A Cause 2019 creations
I had the pleasure of creating a bra for the Bras for A Cause 2019 fundraiser for the Soroptimist International of Glendale and attending the event. I had the pleasure of seeing all the amazing creations inspired by the theme … Read More...
How to make the most adorable book treats
These were originally designed to be Valentine’s Day treats but as a book lover throughout the year they would be the perfect treat for all sorts of events and gift treats-maybe even to leave in my Little Free Library for … Read More...
How to make a light constellation luminary
OK, this is just too cool and educational! I generally simply look up at the night sky and enjoy the stars without knowing much about the specifics of location and names but that could change with these cool cube constellation … Read More...
Super easy way to make epoxy and glitter jewelry
Epoxy can have the perception of being a challenging material to work with. I am a little intimidated by it. But it is on my list to experiment with using molds. Well, this tutorial that uses tape, wire and glitter … Read More...