Who knew tin cans could look so pretty? A simple project that looks wonderful hanging on your porch or patio, you can make these in an afternoon and spruce up that little area looking for some love. You can head … Read More...
How to make a recycled t-shirt flower design
Today I have another fun recycling project that comes to us in another language! Thank you Google Translator!!! See how to make a recycled t-shirt and glitter iron on flower motif over at the blog Pane, Amoure e Creativita.
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Cool Junky Birdhouse
Accessorized with an old door knob, a rusty switch plate and lots of other rusty goodness, this junky birdhouse is way too cool. I love the use of all the old items to make something eclectic and fun! Head on … Read More...
50 Ways to Re-purpose and Reuse Glass Jars
This is a really excellent roundup of things to do with empty glass jars compiled by Under the Table Dreaming.
Combine art and old book pages to make fun collages
Over at the blog EkoDeko there is a wonderful idea for combining art and pages from books into cute cards. While this blog is in another language the tutorial photos are fabulous and easy to see how the clever crafter … Read More...
Recycled cardboard makes great giant party decorations
I love the fact this the clever Mom of the blog Pam’s Party and Practical Tips makes things B I G!!!! Check out her post where she shares all sorts of her giant party decorations that are all made from … Read More...
Project: Stamped Tag w/ Yellow Pages Flower
Wendy from Studio 490 shares step by step how to make this lovely tag, including how to make the paper flower from phone book yellow pages, very cool! Click here for her directions.
-Heather
How to make a cuff from a leather boot
I am pleased to share with you Nellie’s first tutorial she posted on her blog The Reconstructed Life. She shared a great post where she showed how to make a rockin’ cuff from a leather boot. Great job! Look … Read More...
Thumbtack Globe
This is beyond fun! Take an old globe and cover it in thumbtacks to create a stunningly different look. What a fabulous gift for a man too, perfect for an office or even a college dorm. Loving this look! Check … Read More...
Project: Recycled Dryer Sheet Flowers
Visit the Such a Pretty Mess blog and learn how to recycle dryer sheets into beautiful flower embellishments. These are simply divine!
-Heather
How to make a light bulb photo decoration
As we all switch over to using those new fangled energy efficient bulbs what’s a crafter to do with the old ones? Why make something as adorable as this cute photo/chalkboard cube. See the great tutorial on how to make … Read More...
How to make a folded paper shadow box style frame
OK this is just plain brilliant. If all you have on hand is some paper (recycled preferably of course) with just a few folds and a bit of fun you can make a shadow box style frame using the tutorial… Read More...
How to make recycled box robots
Isn’t it amazing what a bit of aluminum foil and your imagination can make? Check out this tutorial on how to make recycled box robots over at the blog Cooking with my Kid.
How to make tiny recycled fabric flowers
Over the blog Kavin there is an extensive tutorial on how to make the tiny flowers. I bet these would be perfect to sew on a vintage purse or jacket.
How to sew a recycled sweater iPad cozy
Do you ever think it’s funny how we embrace the latest new fangled thing but we cling to crafting and are compelled to make cozies to protect our new toys? Well that’s just what Cinti of the blog My Poppet … Read More...
How to make a recycled pizza box cupcake tower
With cupcakes being one of my favorite things to bake these days this recycled pizza box cupcake stand is just what they need to be display on just before eating of course! See the great tutorial on how to make … Read More...
How to make a sand bucket door decoration
Over at the blog Lilybug Designs Nikki shared shared a fun idea and tutorial on how to make a sand bucket door decoration. I love wreaths but this is such a cute unique idea for mixing it up a … Read More...
How to upcycle a standard pinata
I recently had my first pinata experience. We had to use one that was not properly themed for our event, I wish I had had this tutorial on how to transform a pinata to a pretty party theme.
How to make a rebus affirmation with a recycled tin can
This project just make me giggle and makes me motivated. Can you figure out what the affirmation is? See how to make this recycled tin can pencil holder over at Craftside and read the evolution of the idea. Maybe it … Read More...
How to sew a recycled clothing rosette covered purse
Over at the Laura’s blog Come Together Kids you will find her in detailed tutorial on how to recycle an old shirt and pants into a cute rosette covered purse. Clearly her little one was thrilled with her new … Read More...