These are so pretty and I bet they work great too! There isn’t a tutorial on how to make lace curtain screens at the blog 365 Saker but there is a lot of other pretty ideas and photos. I think … Read More...
Winners of the last bunch of Craft Gossip Recycling Giveaways
Lori of Eldridge, IA is the winner of
The new magazine Artist and Makers
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Trish F. of Newton NJ is the winner of
The book Fabric Printing at Home
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Dennis M. of Alexandria, KY
is the winner of … Read More...
How to make an embroidery hoop thread spool organizer
I am in love with working with embroidery hoops. I have designed several projects myself and I keep finding cool ideas all over. This thread spool organizer is featured U Create Crafts. Pop on over and see the easy tutorial … Read More...
How to make scratch art on recycled cds
When you were a kid did you love scratching doodles and making scratch art? I did. It was such a cool concept to be taking away material rather that drawing it on. Well I couldn’t believe how pretty, upscale and … Read More...
37 Easter Egg ideas
This list does not disappoint! I want to make so many of the Easter egg ideas featured over at BuzzfeedLife. This idea for using Easter eggs to pack a lunch is so darling! A lot of the ideas are pretty, … Read More...
how to make brown paper nests
These little brown paper bag nests look so dainty and pretty. I bet they would make a great place setting decoration with a name plate for Easter. Pop on over to the blog The Things She Makes for the easy … Read More...
Event: Craftcation: Business and Maker Conference March 26-29, 2015
I have been attending Craftcation for years and I can personally attest to how amazing it is! You spend the days surrounded by like-minded creatives learning all sorts of new things to help you be more creative and business savvy.… Read More...
How to make a faux “Moroccan” mirror
This post was sent in by Nina and it features a tutorial on how to make a faux tin “Moroccan” style mirror. The blog needs to be translated and I’m not sure the translation of the name is right but … Read More...
How to make paper napkin ballerinas
These ballerinas are so delicate and dainty. They look like they could fly away. Pop on over to the blog for the full step-by-step tutorial on how to make paper napkin ballerinas (Google Translate version of the original) that are … Read More...
Giveaway: Sew Dolled Up: Make Felt Dolls and Their Fun, Fashionable Wardrobes with Fabric Scraps and Easy Hand Sewing
Giveaway: A copy of the super cute new book Sew Dolled Up: Make Felt Dolls and Their Fun, Fashionable Wardrobes with Fabric Scraps and Easy Hand Sewing by Boutique Sha. Leave a comment in today’s post by February 27, 2015 … Read More...
16 ways to address and embellish an envelope
Who doesn’t love getting something pretty in the mail? I sure do! My mom buys old (unused) stamps and makes kind of a collage with them so they will add up to the right amount of postage. They are fun … Read More...
How to make an assemblage clock
This assemblage clock project is featured over at JoAnn.com and uses a new clock designed for this purpose but I bet you could find an old clock and take it apart. The interior them could be just about anything. Pop … Read More...
17 ideas on how to use Legos in interesting ways
I have recently started a small collection of Lego people and let’s just say my collection of charging cables is always there! I plan on using them now to organize my cables. Over at the blog College Humor there are … Read More...
How to make a “LOVE” book shelf
On this Valentine’s Day eve I spotted this project that I so want to make! You too? Pop on over to the blog DIY: Crafting it Myself for the full tutorial on how to build a shelf that spells out … Read More...
How to make a bamboo makeup brush holder
Here is another idea I spotted over at Joyzz.com that features a tutorial on how to make a makeup brush holder out of a bamboo mat. This is another idea that I probably won’t use for makeup brushes but … Read More...
How to use paper napkins for pretty photo backdrops
I am in love with taking pictures and sharing them online. I have been really getting creative with trying to make my photos prettier and more “artsy” so this idea for transforming paper napkins into photo backdrops is such an … Read More...
How to make a recycled element “LOVE” plaque
Need a last minute decoration you could make probably with the stuff on your work bench as you tidy up? Well, this cute “LOVE” plaque includes craft supplies that I bet you have around. Pop on over to the Tombow … Read More...
How to make umbrella candy holders
These were created for a baby shower but for some reason, maybe the pretty green color they look like something fun to make for St. Patrick’s Day. Either way it is a great tutorial and super-cute. Pop on over to … Read More...
Giveaway: 500 Tangled Artworks Book by Beckah Krahula
Giveaway: A copy of the brand new book 500 Tangled Artworks: A Showcase of Inspired Illustrated Designs by Beckah Krahula. Leave a comment in today’s post by February 21st, 2015 and you are in the running for this amazing collection … Read More...
9 ways to give money as gifts- Recycled Valentine Candy Heart box
When I spotted the first idea featured at the top of this photo- putting money in a candy box I instantly thought what a great way to use a recycled candy heart box and give it as a Valentine’s Day … Read More...