Over at the blog Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom there is a great tutorial on how to make a no sew ruffle tote (Jamie used new materials but what a great use for leftovers and scraps) and you can … Read More...
How to make a sunflower themed recycled clock
Have you got spring fever yet? I sure have. The cleaning out bug along with the “make it new and different because I am sick of it the way it was bug” Here is a great tutorial sent in by … Read More...
How to make a recycled cardboard elephant
The delivery guys show up at my house on a regular basis and I am always looking for ideas to reuse all those boxes. Here is a fun idea (and another really cute picture!!!!!) at the Fun Lab Blog on … Read More...
How to re-vamp an old sweater into a fabulous new one
So pretty! Not only does this tutorial cover embellishing a plain sweater it also covers a bit of reshaping and resizing. So if you have a sweater that is in need of one or all three of these techniques pop … Read More...
How to sew a doll dress from a sweater sleeve
Sewing for dolls can be so fun as they aren’t nearly as fussy about fit and you can use such small quantities of textiles without compromising on style and fun. This cute dress for an 18 inch doll designed by … Read More...
How to dress up some old jars and turn them into pretty display storage
Over at Elizabeth’s blog Alyssabeth she shared a post on how she dressed up some plain jars into pretty display containers for her stash of craft supplies.
How to restyle a standard scarf into an infinity style one
OK, if you jumped on the scarf knitting band wagon and are looking to update them to a 2012 style check out how Suzannah of the blog Adventures in Dressmaking turned one of her old standard knitted scarves into an … Read More...
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How to make a recycled belt and button bracelet
Nothing beats a project that features a little collection of mementos and that’s just what this project by Kelly does. See the post at her blog ReStitch Me where she featured a tutorial (and a cute pict of her dog) … Read More...
How to sew a skull embellished recycled messenger bag
Today I am featuring the most awesome detail that is included in a great tutorial that is featured at the blog ReStitch Me. Isn’t the use of a zipper as the skull’s teeth awesome!!! She designed and shared a great … Read More...
How to make a recycled fabric heart pin
If you like to make cute little projects to give to the ones you love in your life this little recycled fabric heart pin is a great idea. Pop on over to Nicola’s blog Pouch for the tutorial and pattern … Read More...
How to make photo booth style photos perfect for a party activity
Over at the aptly named blog Party Craft Secrets there is a fun idea and tutorial on how to take faux photo booth style photos. Pop on over to the link Linda B. sent in where she shares her tutorial … Read More...
How to make a blanket rack from a baby crib
Over at Ali B.’s blog House to Home there is a great tutorial on how to turn an old baby crib rail into a blanket rack.
How to sew recycled pillowcase pj pants
If you are like me and like to whip up projects quick this is the project for you. I love to sew pants that are fun and comfortable and that’s what Brandi of the blog Crafty Girl Squared posted. She … Read More...
How to make a scrap fabric puzzle
This is such a fun idea, especially if you have scraps of fabric left over from clothes that have special memories or bits from favorite projects left over. Pop on over to Sangeetha’s blog Style by Eva Diva for the … Read More...
How to make a recycled deck of cards “52 Reasons I love you” card
I am sure this project could be used for all sorts of topics but Lowri sent in a link to her blog Paper Vine where she posted a charming tutorial on how to make a Valentine’s Day card out of … Read More...
Steampunk style knife and key photo hanger
See how I made this fun little photo hanger from a recycled knife and key over at Craftside. While you’re there enter to win a copy of the book Steampunk Chic Vintage Flair from Recycled Finds that I took … Read More...
Darling birds made from tiny scraps of fabric and more!
Over at Mel Designs she posted a great tutorial on how to make these recycled scrap paper sewn birds and in her never ending quest to keep all those left over scraps organized for her next fabulous scrap project she … Read More...
How to make tree branch hooks
I love it when things are simple and cool! You too? Pop on over to Christy’s blog Whimsical Whimsies to read how her and her man made tree branch hooks.
How to make recycled newspaper wall art
Sometime the simplest projects can have the most stunning impact. Such is the case with Sangeetha’s latest project she sent in. Check out the easy tutorial she featured at her blog Style By Eva Diva on how to make recycled … Read More...
