Awhile back I started my tomato plants and I plan on giving them away to some of my friends. This project is going to be the perfect packaging to give them away in. Hop on over to the blog 17 … Read More...
How to make a recycled gumball machine fairy garden
I have been collecting clear containers to make little fairy gardens but I never thought of a vintage gumball machine! How cute! Pop on over to the link Ann sent in to the blog Duct Tape and Denim for the … Read More...
Giveaway- Folded Book Art: 35 beautiful projects to transform your books?create cards, display scenes, decorations, gifts, and more
Leave a comment in today’s post by April 6th, 2017 and you are in the running for this beautiful book filled with … Read More...
Winner- Sew4Home Bags and Totes
Congrats go out to Nancy L. of Lamar, MO as she is the winner of Sew4Home Bags and Totes
Planner charm die cut from a recycled shampoo tube
I am always on the look out for sources of pretty materials to work with in my crafting. Shampoo bottles are a great source of pretty colored plastic. They can easily be die cut with bird mixed-media dies and Gemini … Read More...
Winner – Quilt With Tula And Angela: A Start-to-Finish Guide to Piecing and Quilting Using Color and Shape
Congrats go out to Joan M. of Mashpee, MA as she is the winner of Quilt With Tula And Angela: A Start-to-Finish Guide to Piecing and Quilting Using Color and Shape
Recycled bottle cap lady bug magnets
Is it possible to look at anything with wiggle eyes and not smile? And really lady bugs are so darn cute. Combine the two and you have one cute recycled craft project. Pop on over to the blog Suburbia Unwrapped … Read More...
Winner- Making Concrete Pots, Bowls, and Platters: 35 stylish and simple projects for the home and garden
Congrats go out to Lisa B. of Highland, IL as she is the winner of Making Concrete Pots, Bowls, and Platters: 35 stylish and simple projects for the home and garden.
Recycled Easter Bunny Family
I don’t know about you but when I get an idea to make something I tend to make a bunch. Especially if they are going out in the yard. I had an idea to make some lawn bunnies out of … Read More...
Make Your Own Farm Animals and More: 35 projects for kids using everyday cardboard packaging
If you’re looking for a delightful and eco-friendly crafting adventure for kids, Make Your Own Farm Animals and More by Tracey Radford is a fantastic choice. This book offers 35 creative projects that transform everyday cardboard packaging into charming farm … Read More...
How to make striped pom pom Easter Eggs
Pom poms come in so many pretty colors and are fun to use in all sorts of crafty ways. They can be easily shaped with a very surprising tool not generally used in crafting Pop on over to the blog … Read More...
Red solo cup Easter baskets
You’ll never believe what these adorable little Easter baskets are made from—the bottom half of a red Solo cup! Yes, that’s right! This clever and creative idea is not only super cute but also a great way to … Read More...
How to make shamrock filled bottle cap charms for St. Patrick’s Day
With St. Patrick’s day tomorrow this project sent in by Ellen is just in time for some lucky crafting. If you like to combine your libations with your creative time open up a bottle of Guinness and pick some clover … Read More...
Strathmore papers offer green options-made with windpower
From time to time along with recycled craft projects I want to share with you info about companies that are making a difference for the betterment of the planet. Today I want to share with you a bit about Strathmore … Read More...
Easy way to make pretty organizers with a box and lid
At first these organizers simply look like neat and tidy organizers we see all the time, but when I looked at the tutorial it is really an “AH HA” moment of efficiency. Pop on over to the link Alicia sent … Read More...
Tin cans with pretty graphics make great cactus planters
Are you like me and buy something because the label is so pretty? You just love the graphic and art on the packaging? Well, if so why not use them to plant cactus in. Pop on over to the link … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day rainbow wreath
I never would have though to cut a styrofoam wreath in half to make a rainbow but the clever crafter over at the blog The Creative Orchard did! She also added rainbow raindrops and a pot of gold to make … Read More...
Cool way to dress up your hoodie cords
I have embellished my hoodie cords with pom poms on the ends and I have seen beads slid onto the cords but wrapping them? No…..until now! How cool is this? Pop on over to the blog Alice and Lois for … Read More...
Giveaway- Sew4Home Bags and Totes
Giveaway- Sew4Home Bags and Totes
Leave a comment in today’s post by March 16, 2017 and you are in the running for this awesome bag and tote making book.
Open to U.S. residents only please.
Create cool carryalls–no pattern required!… Read More...
Recycled book page letters – Dr Seuss
If your kids have out grown their favorite book but still love the art in the pages why not recycle them into a bit of letter art? Pop on over to the blog Money Saving Sisters for the tutorial on… Read More...