I have started making Christmas trees this year to decorate my house. Well, I have started to gather the materials really and in addition to loving this scrap wood tree l love what Claire called her stash of hardware- “ironmongery”. … Read More...
Scrabble tile art
I think we all love Scrabble tiles
and there seems to be virtually endless ways to use them beyond playing the game. If this fun Christmas tree art that spells out holiday words looks like something your home needs for … Read More...
How to make New Years Resolution party crackers
This project features two of my favorite things- New Years Resolutions and party crackers- which makes them the perfect recycled craft for a New Years Eve party. Pop (yup pun intended) over to the link Chelsea sent in to the … Read More...
15 great upcycling Christmas ideas
Christmas is just around the corner and you may be in need of some last minute decorations or cards, this collection of 15 Christmas upcycling ideas featured at the blog Salvage Sister and Mister is perfect for all sorts of … Read More...
How to make tea Christmas trees
Last year I made a tea cup countdown Christmas tree and when I spotted these adorable little tea Christmas trees I knew just what I wanted to make this year. Pop on over to the blog Thirsty For Tea for … Read More...
How to make giant ball ornaments
If you like to decorate BIG these ornaments sure fit the bill. And they are easy and only require easy to find recycled materials. pop on over to the blog Smart School House for the easy tutorial on how to … Read More...
How to make Beach themed sea glass Christmas trees
Sea Glass
is so pretty and just happens to be a great color for a Christmas tree. I never thought of combining these two elements but thanks to the blog Embrace My Space you too can make a fun tiny … Read More...
25 Elf on a shelf ideas
Do you doElf on the Shelf in your house? I have a pair of vintage Elves that I like to decorate with and this idea for hanging them from a candy cane is so cute. I also think the … Read More...
Great way to cut an old recycled cd
If you like the look of recycled cds but have been intimidated by them as they can be a challenge to cut? Well, pop on over to the blog Make it Easy Crafts to see what tool she came up … Read More...
How to make cute Rudolph ornaments
If you can believe it I just took down my boxes of Christmas decorations. My plan is that I can sort through and de-stash along with make new projects with my supplies. This Rudolph ornament project is just what I’m … Read More...
Christmas in July- How to make a recycled saw Christmas tree decoration
I hope you are a fan of Christmas in July posts. I am in the mood to craft Christmas. As a recycled crafter we need to collect up our recycled supplies and by gathering our ideas now in the summer … Read More...
How to make a recycled box Christmas village
Do you have a kiddo or 2 that are looking to you to entertain them while not in school? Why not clean out the pantry and give them the boxes to decorate and create this little village perfect to decorate … Read More...
How to make adorable felt ornaments
These little deer and fox ornaments are so cute. And while they do include a bit of stitching they could be made without it. If you want to make some yourself pop on over to the blog Cutesy Crafts and … Read More...
Creative ways to use last year’s Christmas cards this Holiday season
Being sentimental is, more often than not, a common, understandable emotion. But sometimes that also means you wind up with a lot of stuff you simply don’t know what to do with. Throw it away? Never!
When it comes … Read More...
How to make a straw Christmas ornament
Have you noticed all the new pretty paper straws available these days? They are the perfect party accessory. If you have a few left over they are easily transformed into a craft material. Pop on over to the blog Make … Read More...
Recycle your Christmas ornaments into pretty decor
I love this idea to turn Christmas ornaments into vases. Wouldn’t these look wonderful as part of a Valentine’s Day celebration? I tend to keep out some of my Christmas red decor through Valentine’s Day. Do you? Pop on over … Read More...
How to make recycled K cup gnomes
These guys make me smile. Ironic as they have no face but boy are they cute. Their base is made from K cups which are readily available. Pop on over to Home Work to read the easy directions on how … Read More...
How to make kid gift ornaments
I know these are billed as kid gift ornaments but I kinda think they would be fun to get at any age….even mine 🙂 Pop on over to the link Emily sent in to the blog Nap Time Creations to … Read More...
How to make candy striped letter ornaments
So cute! If you are a fan of incorporating letters into all your decor why not try these cute candy striped letters! Pop on over to the link Erin sent in to the blog Craft Paper Scissors for the tutorial … Read More...
102 Christmas Countdown calendars
Time to countdown to Christmas! I have made two countdown calendars, one with tea cups and the other with nesting boxes.
Pop on over to Sweater Surgery for the tutorial on how to make a 24 cups of tea Christmas … Read More...