Normally Advent calendars are an object that is filled with lots of little gifts behind each door this one is made up of all the little doors but the gift is the actual base of the Advent calendar. Pop on … Read More...
Classic recycled gift box from a tp tube
Wow, this project brought me back to my childhood. We used to make those loop potholders to give to all the relatives when we were little. We would roll them up in a tp tube and wrap them in paper … Read More...
How to make stick letters
If you are a fan of making letters this is a great tutorial. I am predicting letters are going to play a big part in my Christmas decor. Pop on over to the blog Tikkido for the stick letter making … Read More...
How to make a recycled sweater treat bag
Did you get a chance to take out your winter clothes and sort through your sweaters? Did you decide that some you won’t be wearing some? Well here is a great project just in time for holiday gift giving. Pop … Read More...
Tea bag box pattern and advent calendar tutorial
Are you looking to get really crafty this holiday season? Over at the blog Cafe Craftea there is going to be a whole season of crafts in the form of an Advent calendar and it kicks off with this tea … Read More...
Recycled paint chip cell phone case
Over at the blog Cafe Craftea Craft Things to Make & Things to Bake there is a great idea on how to change the color of your clear cell phone case with recycled paint chips and with her tutorial you … Read More...
How to make a recycled bottle and phlox plant diffuser
I love vintage bottles and this lucky crafter found one during a walk in the woods! See how she turned the old milk bottle into a diffuser using some dried phlox plant over at her blog Saint Salvage.
How to make a recycled suitcase dollhouse
I love this idea! I loved making things for my dollhouse as a kid and the idea of having a dollhouse that can go on the road sounds too fun! Pop on over to the blog My Poppet for the … Read More...
How to make a recycled necktie brooch
Neckties are made from some of the most beautiful and interesting print fabric. And most of us crafters don’t wear them the way they are intended to be, so that’s where us recycled crafters come in! Pop on over to … Read More...
Free patterns for a felt and sequin Rudolph and penguin ornaments
Sarah is the “Thrift Store Crafter” and has two delightful Christmas crafts for us with complete tutorials “felt and sequin Rudolph and Penguin ornaments”! These are so cute and will add a touch of bling to your tree, packages or … Read More...
How to make a recycled shirt placemat
At first when I saw this recycled shirt placemat it just looked like stuff on laundry but then I read the whole tutorial and I thought how clever it was. Pop on over to the blog Kittenhood to see what … Read More...
How to make your own scribe/needle tool
Today’s recycling project is a tool! Pop on over to the blog Cute Simple Stuff to see a great video packed with great ideas, tips and techniques that you can use for all sorts of projects. See how to make … Read More...
How to make a cute elastic and ribbon headband
With elastic headbands all the rage right now you will definitely love this quick and easy video tutorial on how to make a ribbon and elastic band hairband over at the blog aptly names Cute DIYs.
Recycled jug shakers for cheering on your favorite team
It’s Friday and here is craft just for tonight! Not really but it is kind of fun to say! I know fans love to make some noise when they are cheering on their favorite team and this recycled jug noise … Read More...
How to make a recycled test tube vase
OK so this is a pretty idea but the little details like what Shannon used to fill the bottom of these test tubes is just too cool in my book. Pop on over to her blog Eat Sleep Make to … Read More...
How to make a recycled tape roll organizer
Can you ever really be too organized? No, I don’t think so. This project for creating a wall organizer with recycled tape rolls is cute and modern. Pop on over to the blog Craft A Doodle Doo for the tutorial … Read More...
How to make branch candle holders
I love sets of things and especially the simplicity of just changing the size of something a bit but keeping the same material. You too? Pop on over to the blog With A Blast to see how to make a … Read More...
How to make Crayon art
I really apprciate it when designers try new things and take risks. That is just what DeDe of the blog Designed Decor did with crayons. She tried two ways to melt crayons (neither of which I thought about trying) but … Read More...
How to make a recycled can cookie care package
If you’re back-to-school season involves a kiddo going to college than you just might be in need of a fun way to package up some cookies. Pop on over to the blog Orangie’s Attic for the fun tutorial on how … Read More...
How to upcycle a sweater with sequins
First I have to say I love this photo! Next pop on over to the blog Kittenhood for a fun and easy tutorial on how to upcycle a sweater some sequins and a bit of stitching.