I save my fortunes from fortune cookies and I thought I would recycle them into a fun little daily surprise on my August planner pages.
I punched tiny square envelopes and a tiny rectangle envelopes out of a variety of … Read More...
How to make pumpkin prints with apples
I was looking around for apple themed projects thinking ahead for teacher gift ideas for back to school season and I spotted this cool tutorial on how to print pumpkins with apples at the blog Frugal Mom Eh!. You can … Read More...
How to make recycled vintage doily cloches
These are so pretty! I have spotted colored crochet doilies at the thrift store but have resisted buying them as I generally don’t use doilies for their intended purpose so I resist buying them. Now with this idea I can … Read More...
Christmas in July- 33 Fun recycled Christmas crafts
I can’t stop thinking about Christmas crafts. I really want to make some new and interesting things this year. That means I am looking now in July for ideas and inspiration. Pop on over to Deavita for a great collection … Read More...
Giveaway- $150 of Folkart Milk Paint
Giveaway- $150 of Folkart Milk Paint
Leave a comment in today’s post by July 28, 2016 and you are in the running for this amazing collection of paint!
Open to U. S. residents only please.
Looking for some inspiration on … Read More...
How to make giant toadstools out of recycled tires
I love BIG craft projects. There is something quite Alice in Wonderland about these giant toadstools. If you think your yard or playroom could use some big colorful decorations pop on over to the link Medina sent in to her … Read More...
Easy way to make recycled yard stick art display
I am always on the lookout for fun ways to temporarily display art or inspiration for projects and this cute way for repurposing yardsticks 
will fit right into my creative decor. Pop on over to the blog Prayers & Purple … Read More...
35 Back to School ideas
The “Back to School” theme I think works for anyone even if you don’t go back to school in the Fall. It symbolizes a fresh start, like New Year’s Eve.
Over at the blog Positively Splendid there is a great … Read More...
How to make pom pom flamingos
Nothing is more iconic than the pink flamingo in the summer on a beautiful green lawn. Why not bring the fun inside and make some cute little pink pompoms and pair them up with a pink pipe cleaner. Pop on … Read More...
Etsy shop feature: Pokemon Dioramas at AVioletAccord
I am not into video games or anything even remotely close to video games. But I would have to be under a rock 24-7 to not be aware of the Pokemon craze. Of all the Pokemon crafts I have spotted … Read More...
Christmas in July- How to make a recycled saw Christmas tree decoration
I hope you are a fan of Christmas in July posts. I am in the mood to craft Christmas. As a recycled crafter we need to collect up our recycled supplies and by gathering our ideas now in the summer … Read More...
Giveaway-Jim Shore Angel Coloring Book: 50+ Glorious Folk Art Angel Designs for Inspirational Coloring
Giveaway- Jim Shore Angel Coloring book– 2 copies!
Leave a comment in today’s post by July 20th, 2016 and you are entered to win a copy of this beautiful coloring book.
The publisher has provided 2 copies so … Read More...
How to make a recycled pop tab heart charm
This is a fun little project perfect for a summertime craft maybe to teach someone how to crochet? I bet they would make fun party favors or little gifts? It is a video tutorial by Petite Charm Cafe and really … Read More...
How to paint shoes with stripes
This is a dramatic transformation. These shoes were a basic tan and with a bit of red, white, and blue paint they are now a stylish and festive fashion statement. Pop on over to the link Cindy sent in to … Read More...
How to make a portable grill
I had no idea you could make a portable grill from a clay pot. Along with a great tutorial on how to make a portable grill at the blog Our Peaceful Planet that Nancy sent in there is also patterns … Read More...
Giveaway: Lillian Too’s 168 Ways to Declutter Your Home and Re-energize your Life
Giveaway: Lillian Too’s 168 Ways to Declutter Your Home and Re-energize your Life
Leave a comment in today’s post by July 14, 2016 and you are in the running for this book packed full of tips to organize your home … Read More...
How to make wooden puzzles
Awhile back I posted a link to how to make giant dice to play outdoor games with. Medina sent in a link to the blog Grillo Designs where there is a fun and easy tutorial on how to make giant … Read More...
Happy 4th of July Craft Gossip Readers and Crafters!
This is a giant flag decoration I made with the help of my friends and family. They each put a hand print on it. I drew light pencil lines and then did the hand lettering within the stripes of some … Read More...
How to make an action figure bookend
I’ve seen quite a number of bookends made with toy animals but this one made with an action figure cut in half is so fun! Pop on over to the blog Make Fun creating for an illustrated tutorial on how … Read More...
Two fun recycled material summertime party games
I am definitely making these for my next summertime party. OK actually I am going to make the first one probably halfway through the first party after my guests have had their first beer. I will have a handful of … Read More...