Can you really be too organized? Yah, right like that could ever happen. But if you can make it fun it just might be a bit better. And better yet organizing in an eco and recycled way with stuff you … Read More...
Recycled broken wine glass gets new life in a fun way
I have been saving a broken wine glass mostly for the top part but now I have a great project for the bottom part of the wine glass and a bit of concrete. Pop on over to the blog Look … Read More...
How to make an object float in a shadow box
Since I make and find lots of little things and want to add them to my art I have had to get creative with my framing. Often times I simply leave off the glass and accept that it is going … Read More...
How to make a tunnel book from 1 piece of paper
I have made these little books out of one piece of paper a bunch of times and I have to say they are fun and easy. Making them into a tunnel book really kicks them up yet another notch without … Read More...
How to transfer words onto cheesecloth
As a type artist I am always on the lookout for more ways to transfer words to different surfaces. I never thought about putting words on cheesecloth but wow, what a cool effect. Pop on over to the blog Lynda … Read More...
How to turn any paint into fabric paint and a great idea to save home decor
Now it may be a “no brainer” that you can make any paint into fabric paint but if you didn’t know, now you do. Now what do you do with that info? Well, I love old vintage linens but most … Read More...
Literal trash is transformed into useful and pretty decor
OK this is positively got to be one of the best uses for something that would normally be thrown away. Paint lids, yes paint lids make great dots of color on a wall and better yet they are magnetic so … Read More...
How to make silly cone ghost decorations for Halloween
You generally don’t see legs and feet on ghosts but these cute little guys do which make them look like little people dressed up in costume. I also like that they are in color rather than simply white. I also … Read More...
Fang-tastic recycled leaf bats and gangsta ghosts
I just love the fangs on these little bats. Not to mention the little ears and cute expressions. Pop on over to the Wood Lark blog for the tutorial on how to make recycled fall leaf bats and ghosts with … Read More...
Quite possibly the easiest ghost decoration to make
These ghost decorations are made with batting but I happen to have a big glass vase filled with white pom poms that I am going to add a cute ghost face on and BAM! I’ve got my first Halloween decoration … Read More...
How to make a waterproof garden mushroom
I tend to like my mushrooms colorful but this tutorial is filled with lots of good techniques that can be used to make all sorts of thing for outdoor decor….especially with Halloween around the corner. Pop on over to the … Read More...
Easy to make adorable ghosts that look cute in the light and dark
Are you looking for an easy decoration to make this Holiday season? Well, these adorable little glow in the dark ghosts could be the one you are looking for. They are the kind of project you make that each one … Read More...
How to make an adorable faux fur wiggle eye cuff perfect for Halloween
There is not one thing I bet that isn’t made just a bit cuter or sillier with a wiggle eye or two or even three on it. These cuffs are made with faux fur but I think I’m going to … Read More...
How to make your own washi tape
I have quite the collection of washi tape and I love using it both as tape and as a collage element. I am always looking for new ways to take regular paper and then transform it and this is looks … Read More...
Great tutorial on how to make a concrete pumpkin
I love working with concrete. It is affordable, easy and it lasts. Qualities that are great for outside seasonal decorations. Pop on over to the blog Bungalow 47 for the very detailed tutorial on how to make concrete pumpkins … Read More...
Easy way to make a beautiful branch hanging Christmas tree
Now just might be the time (or at least this fall when doing yard work) to gather up branches so when it comes time to decorate for Christmas you have the most perfect set of sticks to make this darling … Read More...
How to make gorgeous mini bowls out of shells
This tutorial for decupaging oyster shells is features decorative tissue paper napkins but I want to try it with scrap fabric which I like to work with when embellishing dimensional surfaces. Pop on over to the blog Crafting On The … Read More...
“Donut” these painted pumpkins look cute?
Can you really ever get enough of donut themed accessories and decorations? No. Not in my opinion. This will definitely be how I paint some of those cute mini pumpkins (I think they are actually gourds but hey close enough) … Read More...
Punk rock Halloween or Christmas ornament-you decide :)
I am a huge fan of the mohawk hairstyle. And for that matter spikes. So this adorable skull with spike mohawk is perfect. It is featured as a Christmas decoration here but I bet it would be cute as a … Read More...
How to make buttons with thread
I have seen these thread based buttons but didn’t know what their name was. Well they are called Dorset buttons. There is a great step by step tutorial on how to make Dorset buttons over at the blog Create Whimsy. … Read More...