I don’t know about you but my fridge is a surface that I like to switch up all the time. When I take photos the first place they land is on the fridge so this idea for taking old advertisement … Read More...
How to make recycled mini monsters
It’s never too soon to be thinking about Halloween decorations. Pop on over to the Horizon group site to see their full tutorial on how to make these cute mini monsters out of recycled bottle caps.
How to make a glitter covered gift box
Well while there really isn’t anything unique here but is sure is pretty? Oh and sparkly! What is cool thought is the tip that was shared over at the blog Rachael Rabbit for keeping the glitter on the box.
Project: Paper Box Calendar
I love this little box calendar! You can stamp different headers for each month or season. Find directions for making one over on the C C Designs blog.
-Heather
How to make a recycled can Halloween Mummy decoration
I bet this technique would work with just about any container. Pop on over to the blog Boy, Oh Boy, Oh Boy Crafts for the fun and easy tutorial on how to make a recycled Pringles can mummy Halloween decoration… Read More...
Tip: Glitter Card
Add a ton of sparkle and shine to your cards with glitter. Jennifer McGuire has a fun video tutorial showing how to use the new Tim Holtz Distress Glitters at Ranger , perfect for adding a big glittery impact on … Read More...
How to make a recycled tripod lamp
I have always had a fondness for lamps and when I worked as a set decorator I think lamps were one of my favorite things on the set to pick out. So I was tickled to see the whole blog … Read More...
How to make washi tape
Do you collect tape? I do. I have quite the collection of Duct Tape and I am just starting to get a bit of washi tape. Now I can’t wait to try making some of my own. There is a … Read More...
How to refashion a Dashiki
Today I have another “first” for me. I don’t believe I have ever posted a recycled Dashiki project. Well thanks to Nellie of the blog Nelesc designs you too can make a recycled dashiki shirt. Pop on over to her … Read More...
Technique: Watercolor Look with Stamps
Using stamps and pigment inks Reene Bolton got this cool water color effect for her lovely tag. Visit her blog for direction on this fun technique.
Did you know Butterflies are deep and powerful representations of life. Many cultures … Read More...
Technique: Circle Stencils
Stencils are really popular right now in paper crafting, they’re great for using with spray ink, sponging, paints, pastes and more. You can buy a variety of deisngs but why not saving some money and make your own? Using cardboard … Read More...
How to make a recycled mason jar cake plate
I am always thrilled to see what clever crafters come up with to make pedestal style cake plates. Niki of the blog Home Made Ville has come up with a way to make cake plates with mason jars and votive … Read More...
Trend: Feather Stamps
A very hot trend right now is feathers, they are popping up on home decor, clothes and of course stamps. The Paper Artsy blog has a huge post with tons of ideas and techniques using feather stamps. I personally am … Read More...
Tip: Stamped Envelopes
Don’t forget the envelope! We spend so much time making our lovely cards why stick it in a plain ol’ envelope? K Werner Deisgns has a video for dressing up that boring envelope.
-Heather
Card Making Technique: Colorful Stamped Fall Leaves
Here’s a wonderful way to make the perfect background paper for fall cards or scrapbook layoust. Heat emboss your stamped leaves and then use watercolors for a bright pop of color, the embossing with help resist the paint so your … Read More...
Tips: Die Cutting Fabric
Die cutting machines aren’t just for paper, there are lots of other materials you can cut with most machines including fabric. This lovely die cut and stitched card was made by Julia Stainton for the Ellen Hutson blog. She shares … Read More...
how to make a no sew recycled fabric heart decoration
Got fabric scraps? Who doesn’t? Really? Well here is a cute project that looks like one of those for the end of the day or to keep little hands busy. Pop on over to the blog Hope And Glory for … Read More...
How to cast your own magnets and make a recycled calendar
Over at the blog Amazing Craft Projects there is a great tutorial on how to mold and cast your own objects and then make a recycled calendar. In this back to school time and then to start the new … Read More...
How to make a recycled headband holder
I have a bunch of headbands that I like to look at as much as I like to wear them. If you you do too and are looking for an easy project you can make to store and display them … Read More...
Techniques: Resist Ideas
Learn several different colorful resist techniques for card making using products like liquid masking fluid and crayons over on the Tikkido blog.
-Heather