I always keep my eyes out for doilies 
when I’m at the thrift store as I love decorating with doilies. I have used them as cafe curtains by simply clipping them to a rod with curtain clips. But this art … Read More...
How to make recycled plastic bottle twists
Aren’t these pretty? I can’t wait to try this tutorial on how to make recycled plastic bottle twists featured at WikiHow. I bet they would look so cool in a vase? Or maybe make chandelier dangles? Hmmmm so many possibilities. … Read More...
How to make a pretty beaded key organizer
It is a great idea to make the items that need to stay out and easily accessible pretty. I love this idea for using beads to hang all the keys you need. Pop on over to the blog Johannarundel, My … Read More...
Chocolate and flower bouquet perfect for Mother’s Day
I was looking around for some Mother’s Day ideas and this one caught my eye. It’s a classic combo of flowers and chocolate but I can’t say I have ever seen the chocolate in the center of the flower. Pop … Read More...
How to make sparkly letter and shape cake toppers
I’m always on the look out for fun ways to dress up cakes, especially at the last minute. These darling cake toppers made out of sparkly pipe cleaners and straws are just what I could whip up at the last … Read More...
Giveaway: Make It Mighty Ugly: Exercises and Advice for Getting Creative Even When It Ain’t Pretty
Happy Earth Day Giveaway:
Make It Mighty Ugly: Exercises & Advice for Getting Creative Even When It Ain’t Pretty
by
Kim Piper Werker
If you are creative, or trying to be this is the book for you to help get … Read More...
How to make a bud vase out of a surprise common item
When I first spotted this I thought it was a caste item and I liked the modern look of it. Well, it isn’t caste and when you go to the Curbly blog you will be so surprised at what it … Read More...
How to make book art by folding the pages
I have seen quite a “number” pun intended 🙂 of book art pieces made from folding the pages of books to form images but today not only do I have a cool photo of a set of numbers there is … Read More...
Upcycle kitchen towels with fun sayings
Oh how I love a good snarky saying and that is just what I have for you today. If you have a bunch of plain kitchen towels or even one with a stain that needs covering up pop on over … Read More...
How to make pretty straps for flip-flops
Summer is just around the corner and so why not craft up some pretty flip-flops. The straps that come with most flip-flops are plastic and can sometimes be irritating. Making the straps out of a soft fabric will surely dress … Read More...
Winner: 50 Ways to Go Green
Congrats go out to Annette R. of Hyde Park, UT she is the winner of 50 Ways to Go Green: A Simple Guide to Becoming Eco-Conscious.
Easy cake stand idea you can make at home
OK this may be a no-brainer but I thought it would be a fun idea to share. A bunch of clear containers (glasses or vases) and a piece of glass. A great way to make a cake stand perfect to … Read More...
How to make a pull out sweater drying rack
Oh this is good! If you are in need of a great tutorial on how to build a sweater drying rack pop on over to the blog Sawdust Girl. What she used to make the surface is just a brilliant … Read More...
Giveaway: 4 Books on crochet, art, quilting and mandalas
Pretty eclectic combo, eh? I picked them because I like the color combo. I have been having a lot of fun arranging my books by color or by forming an image with them as I did at Valentine’s day by … Read More...
How to make a match embellished tray
I really like the look of this tray that has wooden matches embedded in 3 D Mod Podge Dimensional Magic. I wouldn’t have ever thought of matches as a decoupage element but I think they look great. Pop on … Read More...
How to make a mini tree house
Or wouldn’t his make a cute centerpiece that would be just darling filled with tiny cupcakes and cookies? Pop on over to the blog Northstory for the tutorial on how to make a mini treehouse perfect for indoor and outdoor … Read More...
How to make a “mini” water blob
This look so fun! While these are called mini water blobs they look like giant ones to me as I think of the chill packs you put on your head or soar joint when it hurts. They are easy to … Read More...
How to make hand heart bookmarks
I am now on the look out for 4th of July crafts and Mother’s Day crafts and I spotted this cute tutorial on how to make heart hand bookmarks over at the blog Nearly Crafty. I bet every mom would … Read More...
How to make 50 Outdoor games
Nothing beats playing outside when the weather is nice. And games that bring out the competitive side in family and friends can build memories that will last a lifetime. This first doughnut eating game is definitely happening at my next … Read More...
How to embellish plates with transfers
The combo of bugs on these pretty vintage saucers is so fun! I want to go image surfing and see what kind of images I would put on my stash of vintage saucers to dress them up for spring. Pop … Read More...