I do a lot of machine embroidery and small fabric collages and I am always looking for ways to exhibit them on a wall. This just might be a great way to do that! Right now it seems like a … Read More...

Baby food jars are so versatile. This one makes such a great base to make a container body for an Easter chick. Yellow jelly beans are the perfect “chick” color. Hop on over to the blog Serendipity Refined for the … Read More...

I am currently battling a gopher on par (pun intended) with Bill Murray in Caddyshack  so I am spending a lot of time with my lawn and lots of holes. So why not dress up the lawn even further with … Read More...

Buttons have got to be one of the most useful yet fun elements to repurpose into cute things….like wheels for an Easter egg cart! Pop on over to the blog Little Vintage Cottage to see all sorts of cute Eater … Read More...

I have a couple of pin cushions that are made out of recycled spray paint can caps but this idea to make a tall hat centerpiece with a tin can is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. I bet though you … Read More...

If one is good, a giant rainbow collection is great! That is just what this field of recycled egg carton mushrooms is. Some of them have other fun recycled elements as their base like pasta noodles and wine corks. Pop … Read More...

This is just beyond pretty! I don’ think I have considered a paper lantern as a surface for art and I certainly didn’t think they would look so fabulous hanging from large to small in groups…but boy do they! This … Read More...

Sheep are just so darn cute! And tiny ones are even cuter! If you agree and are looking to make a new decoration for St. Patrick’s Day pop on over to the blog Sadie Seasongoods for the tutorial on how … Read More...

Sometimes you want a little decoration that only sticks around for the season so you don’t need to store it until next year. That’s what makes a decoration made of food perfect. This rainbow made of cereal is perfect for … Read More...

I don’t think I’ve posted a recycled tp tube project in a while so I guess I better hop to it! 🙂 Anyway this adorable pair of bunnies are perfect for Easter and I just love their accents with a … Read More...

What kid (or let’s face it adults too) doesn’t love flinging stuff around. Not to mention playing with your food 🙂 Pop on over to the blog Little Bins for Little Hands for the tutorial to learn something and make … Read More...

This wall of kid portraits with pink balloon bubble gum bubbles is so cute! I don’t think you could walk into a room and not smile when seeing these. I bet they would make a great Valentine’s day project. Pop … Read More...

This idea is so cool at full size but I can see making them miniature. How cool would Barbie’s clothes look hanging on these darling little wire and stick hangers? Pop on over to the blog Country Design Style for … Read More...

Do you keep a stash of magazines just to make art and craft with? Or do you simply always have some coming in to cut up after reading? I do both so I am always on the look out for … Read More...

I use this technique in my art all the time. It is one of my faves. I have not however used just 1 letter and cut it out over and over again and creating a giant letter. I will definitely … Read More...

It truly is the best when you can use all parts of something including the packaging. Using the peal of an orange is not new but using it to make a Valentine decoration I think is…at least to me. Pop … Read More...

Could these be any cuter? Peanuts are basically the same shape but pop a pompom on it and and some paint and they magically get personality and movement. I love especially the side-eye that some have. Pop on over to … Read More...

I just did a collage where I stitched 2 big stitches and it was just what the piece needed. So that means I am officially hooked on stitching and art. This idea where the fabric has some paint and then … Read More...

Yah, I’m on a bit of a butterfly kick. Not sure why, but maybe it is the symbolism of what they generally represent as rebirth and it’s the new year…soooo. This tutorial featured at the blog Little House on the … Read More...

These  scrap butterflies were featured at the blog Heart Handmade and they are so beautiful and look like they could be made with all sorts of materials. I was looking at a few other scrap fabric butterflies and I saw … Read More...