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...
How to make and create with washi tape
I had no idea there were so many ways to make and use washi tape. Over at the blog Mel Stampz there is an amazing collection of more than 100 ways to make and use washi tape. One of … Read More...
Love at First Bite – treat wall perfect for Halloween and more!
This is such a fun idea! I love salty snacks so this is a dream wall for me. Halloween is traditionally a time when you hand out sweets but wouldn’t it be fun to mix things up with this? If … Read More...
Great project with recycled plastic toys and 2 great crafting tips!
There are so many things I like about this project and the writing over at the post on the blog Lovely Indeed. Not only that there are some great general crafting tips and techniques. Pop on over to the blog … Read More...
The best recycled handmade pin cushion ideas
I was poking around (yah pun intended) for fun little crafts to make for holiday boutiques and this collection of pin cushions that use recycled elements is A-mazing!! Such variety and cuteness overload. Pop on over to the blog All … Read More...
How to make eco-friendly “water balloons” that are reusable
I bet these are a blast to play with and so refreshing in the summer heat. Who wouldn’t want to be hit with these. I might even jump in front of one. I bet sewing these would make a great … Read More...
Perfect recycled tea cup for a Barbie party
Looking for some fun Barbie fun this summer inspired by the movie? Well, why not whip up this darling recycled print tea cup and have a tea party. Or this could be a cute way to give a gift of … Read More...
A bit of pink yarn and recycled plastic transform into a Barbie -tastic necklace craft
This pink and orange necklace sure makes a statement and is so easy to make! I bet it would look great in all sorts of color combinations but this one is Barbie -tastic! Pop on over to the blog Pink … Read More...
How to make a marble pattern in recycled plastic for jewelry making and more!
I love the fact that I keep learning new ways to work with recycled materials. It seems endless! So today I learned that you can marblize recycled #2 plastic. Pop on over to Instructables to read the verry detailed step … Read More...