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If you want a Halloween decoration that looks wonderfully spooky without requiring expensive supplies, this DIY packing tape ghost is one of those projects that makes people stop and ask, “How did you make that?”
The finished ghost is transparent, … Read More...
The TerraCycle design team is headed to the Brooklyn Etsy Labs to lead the October session of Etsy Craft Night. This Thursday, October 1, attendees of the free DIY event will learn to make candle luminaries out of upcycled … Read More...
Giveaway- Upcycle Your Wardrobe: 21 Sewing Projects for Unique, New Fashions
Leave a comment in today’s post by October 9, 2015 and you are in the running for this detailed how-to recycled sewing book.
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Just Like Renee of the blog Cute Simple Stuff I too am in love with decorating cell phone cases. They are like mini canvases that you can enjoy everyday. They are readily available and when one is getting a bit … Read More...
I love pine cones. They are pretty simply on their own but making them do double duty and spreading a pretty scent throughout a space is a great idea. Pop on over to the blog Garden Matter for the easy … Read More...
Congrats go out to MARTHAIA N. of LORIS, SC as she is the winner of Furniture Hacks: and other creative updates for a unique and stylish home
I just happen to have bought a bag of bow tie pasta
to paint in a variety of colors to use as accents on all sorts of things. When I spotted this amazing collection of Christmas decorations made with all … Read More...
I know it’s the second day of fall but I live in SoCal and we are in the middle of a drought. We are all in a big water conservation mode and being encouraged to plant native low water plants. … Read More...
Congrats go out to Brittany W. of Beacon Falls, CT as she is the winner of Tropical World: A Coloring Book Adventure. Thanks to all who entered. Be sure to check in regularly for each week’s giveaway! Coloring … Read More...
Over at Bored Panda there is a great collection of Steampunk art made from watch parts and other tiny bits by Susan Beatrice. Pop on over to the post to check out the wonderful photos that are sure to amaze … Read More...
Giveaway-Knitless: 50 No-Knit, Stash-Busting Yarn Projects
by
Laura McFadden
Leave a comment in today’s post by October 14th, 2015 and you are in the running for this fiber-tastic book!
Open to U.S. residents only please.
I have the pleasure of … Read More...
Does this look vintage or what? Its humble beginning is a simple tuna or cat food tin can. Pop on over to the blog My Husband Has Too Many Hobbies for the step by step tutorial on how to make … Read More...
At first glance this container looks authentically vintage. Pop on over to the blog Home Work to see what the original container looked like (you will be amazed!) and see the tutorial Carolyn shared on how to make a faux … Read More...
I was so surprised when I saw what the base of this headband holder is made of. I want to tell you but I think it’s better if you pop on over to the blog Rain on A Tin Roof … Read More...
Giveaway- Furniture Hacks: and other creative updates for a unique and stylish home
Leave a comment in today’s post by September 25, 2015 and you are in the running for a copy of this upcycler’s dream book filled with tons … Read More...
Is there anything you can’t make with a tp tube? Well, I’m sure there is but this business card holder is a true surprise. I did a test and gift cards fit great as well in a flattened tube. With … Read More...
This is just a cute idea. I can see making these for “talk like a pirate day” in addition to Halloween or a Pirate party. Sail on over to the blog Grace’s Favours to see her tutorial she sent in … Read More...
The leaves haven’t quite started to change here where I live but they will soon and I love making things with them. This post over at the blog Top Inspired that features 10 great fall leaf ideas is one that … Read More...
Is it art or is it a fun game. Why both! I love this idea. Wouldn’t this be a great project to do with the kids and then play with them? Thanks to Ama for sending in the link to … Read More...
We all buy stuff that comes in cardboard containers like milk, cereal, crackers, etc. These boxes can easily be transformed into a fun little village of houses that make a great Halloween decoration or play town for the kiddos. Pop … Read More...