Over at the blog DIY Ready there is a great collection of 23 kid crafts including this cool tutorial on how to make a jellyfish in a bottle. I think this is so pretty. I know it’s intended to be … Read More...
Squirt gun painting
Happy unofficial kick off to summer! What a fun way to combine two classic summer time activities outdoor painting and shooting squirt guns. Pop on over to the blog Fireflies and Mud Pies for her advice on squirt water guns… Read More...
15 cool boy room ideas and elements
Over at My List of Lists there is a great collection of “boy room ideas” but the DIY ideas and elements could really be used in all sorts of ways for all sorts of rooms. The head board that features … Read More...
40 great DIY iPhone and iPad stands and tripods
Some of the iPad and iPhone stands in this list are so cute and clever! Some are high end and sleek but quite a bunch are able to be made with stuff you have around your home or office.
My … Read More...
15 free gift box templates
Oh I just love the Lego gift box featured in this collection of 15 gift box templates compiled over at Lines Across. The diamond one looks really cool too. I bet it would be fun to make out of glitter … Read More...
Project: Recycled Coaster Art
Do you have any chipboard coaster laying around, I have a huge stack I use for parties. You can recycle those coasters into art buy die cutting a shaped hole in them, layering them and making a niche’, add some … Read More...
4 great DIY gifts for Dad
I am in love with the wood 6-pack beer holder with the bottle opener on the side. Over at the blog That’s My Letter there is a post that features 4 great projects (with links to the tutorials) that would … Read More...
How to make recycled cork sheep
Most recycled cork projects feature the cork but this cute little lamb uses a cork as a base and is wrapped in fuzzy yarn along with cork bits being cut up. If you think this is as cute as I … Read More...
11 ways to make rain chains- 1 with cookie cutters!
I have a downspout that is in desperate need of a rain chain 
so I was searching around looking for ways I could make one. This collection of 11 ideas is just what I needed to give me all sorts … Read More...
How to make a yarn decoration
OK I think this project has been around for awhile but I guess I had forgotten about it and I have been looking for different ways to use my yarn stash in decor items and incorporate yarn in upcycling my … Read More...
How to make doily art
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 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...
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...
Unusual magazine rack ideas
This is a really cool way to organize and store your magazines. I want to make a version of this with recycled tin cans by cutting both the top and bottom off with a “Safety can opener” so … Read More...
How to make a 3 tiered basket storage centerpiece
I am a big fan of the 3 tiered tidbit trays traditionally made with plates. I have a small collection. I have seen them made with records and other items but never baskets. Let’s just say brilliant! And so easy … Read More...
How to make a recycled plastic water bottle shamrock for St. Patrick’s Day
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Need a last minute shamrock? Grab a plastic water bottle and some green paint and you’re good to go thanks to this cute tutorial featured at Crafty Morning. Pop on over to see more fun … Read More...
Happy Pi Day crafts
I love when crafts and math meet! So to celebrate Pi Day 3/14 here is a link to the blog Momgineer that features a whole bunch of quick and easy crafts you can make with your littles all based around … Read More...
68 amazing Recycled Craft projects you will LOVE
Over at the blog Dump A Day there is a post that is filled, I mean filled, with all sorts of craft projects most made with a recycled elements like this tuna can and clothing hanger wall display to all … Read More...
12 Green-tastic projects perfect for St. Patrick’s Day
Over at Craftside there is a tutorial on how to make a finger knit wreath using an embroidery hoop for a base along with
A recycled heart box shamrock and a post that include
How to make plastic Easter egg caterpillars
How many of us have a huge stash of plastic Easter eggs? You keep a stash and use them every year as all the kiddos want is what’s inside. Well, why not make a cute caterpillar with them in the … Read More...