Over at the blog Alchemy Fine Living (who’s tag line which I love is ” Transforming the Dull to Divine Through Classic Design” there is this truly elegant recycled project. It turns old lighting parts and chandelier crystals into a … Read More...
A new spin on old records, transform them into mail art
Over at the blog Stuff By WackyStuff there this cool idea. Cutting up records and turning them into mail art post cards. I have a stash of old records and I am definitely going to give this a spin! I … Read More...
Old Quilts (or new ones) “leaf” their old life and grow into new home decor
Design Sponge posted this wonderful leaf project that was created by the design duo of Alyssa and Joslyn Krismer. They use a vintage quilt and fabric that was not usable due to damage but by cutting it into small pieces … Read More...
Handwritten recipe cards add flavor in a new way
Cathe Holden of The Right at Home blog has a whole “menu” of ideas for recycling and up-cycling recipe cards into fun home decor projects including framing them in geometric checked patterns, boarders, and transferring them to fabric. Pop on … Read More...
Christy’s May Craft Challenge – The Beginning
So, last month I talked about how I was going to participate in Christy’s Crafty Challenge, and then challenged you all to do the same. And then I went and got married, and by the time I realized it … Read More...
Seat Belt Camera Strap
Looking for a unique camera strap? Head to the junk yard and rip the seat belt out of an old car to make yourself a unique one following the pattern from Photojojo!
Recycled Lunch Bag
Now that the weather is warming up, and you’ll be wanting to eat your lunches outside more often, consider sewing up a recycled lunch bag you can take with you – no more brown paper bags! You can purchase some … Read More...
Christy’s Craft Challenge Deadline!
There’s just about one week left before signups close on Christy’s Craft Challenge. I’m participating, and I’m hoping to see a few of you show up in the Flickr pool with me! If you’ve signed up, comment … Read More...
Join Me For Christy’s Craft Challenge
A few short weeks ago, I introduced you to Christy and her fabulous monthly craft challenges! I’m not able to participate in the March challenge due to planning and executing my wedding, but I’m super pumped to get in … Read More...
Catch-all Box
Everyone needs cute boxes to hold their extra keys, random bobby pins, and so much more! Instead of spening a fortune, grab an old wooden box and the supplies listed in the tutorial at Apartment Therapy, and personalize a … Read More...
Thrift Store Sweater Bag
Make yourself a bag as unique as you are, by restyling a thrifted sweater into an over-the-shoulder number.
Wood Vessel
Wood Vessel (Inside)
Originally uploaded by peaceofpi studio
from the flickr description: This is a tiny wooden bowl reclaimed, painted & collaged.
love it!
DIY Recipe Cards
Do you know someone who’s always finding new recipes to make? Why not make something for them this holiday season? Taking a tip from Whimsy Girl, you can make up your very own recipe cards – simply cut, paste, … Read More...
Playing Cards Purse
A few cards short of a full deck? Put that incomplete deck to use by transforming cards into a striking tote, as shown in this Craftbits.com tutorial. While it may not be the most practical everyday purse, wouldn’t it … Read More...
Cream City Ribbon
This pretty — and very tactile — ribbon is just about as green as you can get. Cream City Ribbon is made from 100-percent biodegradable cotton yarn and comes in a variety of solids and stripes. If you regularly incorporate … Read More...
Vinyl Record Headband
You’ve likely seen old vinyl LPs upcycled into fashionable cuffs and contemporary bowls. Now make a matching headband using the same melting-and-molding techniques. Head on over to Craftbits for an easy step-by-step tutorial.
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DIY Charging Station
Calling all DIY neat freaks: jannypie offers a delightful decorative charging station tutorial to organize your phone, mp3 player and other chargeable devices. She makes hers from already-prosh Martha Stewart boxes, but you could easily recycle boxes found around the … Read More...
Replayground on TV
Tiffany Threadgould, founder of Replayground, is featured in a segment of the one-hour special on Fine Living, It’s Easy Being Green. In just over three minutes you’ll see how Tiffany comes up with ideas for her recycled furnishings … Read More...
Recycled Barbie and Friends
Up for an indie recycling art show?
San Francisco’s 5th Annual Altered Barbie Show, “Out of the Box: Reclaiming and Recycling Barbie,” features 75 artists and vendors celebrating Barbie’s (and Ken’s and Skipper’s) second life. The art show, which … Read More...
Iron Chef for Crafters
If you live in the Portland (Oregon) area, don’t miss the 5th annual Iron Artist Sculpt-Off — if not to participate then at least to observe recycled art in action. Here’s the lowdown:
The 5th Annual IRON ARTIST Sculpt-Off
Saturday, … Read More...