What a great summer time craft project and a great way to get ahead on back to school gifts that you will surely need for all your kid’s teachers, coaches and caregivers. Pop on over to the link Josie sent … Read More...
How to make recycled sock monsters
These would be just perfect for all those random socks that have lost their mate. Pop on over to the blog Ef Zin Creations to see lots of cute pictures of the two sock monsters and for the link to … Read More...
How to make a piano art cell phone case
I am declaring cell phone cases as the “canvas” of the 21st century. I have seen so many cute and crazy cell phone cases. Over at the link sent in by Renee to the blog Cute Simple Stuff there is … Read More...
How to make recycled golf ball cows
This guy is just too cute! I bet a whole herd of them would make a fun decoration- maybe add silly hats? Pop on over to the link Mona sent in to the blog Craft Klatch for the tutorial on … Read More...
Winner: Made By Hand by Nick Warner
Janet N. of Saginaw MI of is the winner of the copy of Made By Hand: Contemporary Makers, Traditional Practices by Nick Warner
How to make badminton shuttlecock lights garland
I am a big fan of badminton shuttlecocks and so this idea for turning them into a light garland is so pretty. It would fun to illuminate a back yard especially with summer just a few days away. Pop on … Read More...
How to make a pretty wrapping paper storage bucket
Wrapping paper is one of those tricky things to store. I happen to keep mine in a fun kid’s trash can but this idea sent in by Amy to the blog Joyful Daisy where there is an easy and festive … Read More...
How to make a recycled cardboard shirt folder
Here is a fun idea that would make a unique Father’s Day gift perfect to customize for your Dad. Pop on over to the link Rose sent in to the blog Fine Craft Guild where there is an easy tutorial … Read More...
How to make recycled Nespresso pods embellishments
Is it wrong that I might want to get a Nespresso machine just so I can make recycled crafts with the colorful little pods? Well, maybe I’ll just find someone who has a machine and ask them to save them … Read More...
How to make recycled ceiling panel magnetic boards
I have another first today! Can I get a whooo-hooo? Pop on over to the link Amy Jo sent in to the blog The Little Moments where there is a tutorial on how to make a magnetic board out of … Read More...
How to make an infinity scarf
I happen to have saved a few skirts that I simply loved the fabric but I don’t go to an office anymore so I haven’t worn them in forever. This project would be a great way to use the pretty … Read More...
How to make paper rose pens
Wouldn’t it be fun to give someone a bouquet of flowers that were also pens? Well if you or someone you know who would like a paper flower on a pen, pop on over to the blog Make It Easy … Read More...
Use recycled plastic food containers as last minute gift boxes
If you buy your produce in little plastic boxes and keep them to reuse try dressing them up with some decorative paper and they make great little gift boxes. Pop on over to the link Teri sent in to the … Read More...
Office supplies repurposed into a baby accessory
Moms are such great crafty peeps. Check out this link sent in by Mimi of the blog Mimi’s Crafty World on how to make a pacifier clip with an office supply!
How to make a recycled parts sign
If you or someone you know gets inspired by found “junk” pop on over to this link to the blog The Little Moments to see how you can make a pretty sign with found objects.
How to make a recycled felted sweater bookmark
As a big fan of stitching and recycled wool felt the book Doodle Stitching Embroidery and Beyond is my kind of book! The first project I made was the cutwork felt bookmark. I new I would be using it with … Read More...
How to make a vintage clipboard display
I call this perfect timing! I was just trimming a tree in my yard so I have some nice pieces of wood that could use to make this innovative project sent in by Connie. Pop on over to the blog … Read More...
How to make a recycled quote decoration
I love to decorate with my favorite quotes. If you do too pop on over to this post sent in by Amy Jo to the blog The Little Moments that features a tutorial on how to make a wall decoration … Read More...
Cool recycled leather wallets and bags
I was at Craftcation a few weeks ago and I met the two guys behind the website T & A Leather, Todd and Anthony and they sell these great accessories made from recycled leather. If you’re in the market … Read More...
How to embroider a plastic flower pot
I simply love finding new surfaces to stitch on and that is just what Maria sent in. Check out the blog Infinity Blend for a a great tutorial on how to stitch on a plastic flower pot. I can’t … Read More...