Yes! The peeps at North Light Books have bequeathed upon me a copy of Steampunk Emporium: Creating Fantastical Jewelry, Devices and Oddments from Assorted Cogs, Gears and Curios by Jema “Emilly Ladybird” Hewitt to give to one lucky reader of … Read More...
How to recycle an old purse into a new stylish one
Ain’t that a purdy purse? Want to give one of your old purses a new look? Jen created this fun project that she shared at her blog Scissors & Spatulas.
How to make sea shell art with fun window tiles
Not only is the focal element a recycled element, yup that shell was someone’s house there for a while, the background is a bit of recycled cardboard. The tiles are a unique and fun bit of repurposing. Check out the … Read More...
How to make scrappy fabric trimmed note pads
Kelly of the blog Blue Bird Sews sent in this link to her tutorial on how to make little note pads made with leftover scraps of fabric.
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 recycle an old screen into a new DIY headboard
Check out this fun tutorial on how to make a headboard out of an old screen posted at Rebecca’s blog Born Again Creations.
This tutorial shows you how to make a DIY Headboard, headboards are a great way to add … Read More...
How to make a recycled vintage scarf flower
How to make recycled cardboard box sculpture
Over at Melissa’s blog The Chocolate Muffin Tree there is a fun tutorial on how to make recycled cardboard box sculpture. I love these kinds of crafts that are as fun to make as they are to play with and … Read More...
How to make a recycled cake container planter
Nike over at her blog her blog Choose to Thrive shared her great tutorial on how to turn a simple plastic cake container into a decorative flower planter.
Free cupcake template for some recycled craft pretend play
Dana of the blog Yeladisco sent in this fun pretend project that is made with a free printable download cupcake images and a bit of recycled cardboard.
How to make a recycled baby bonnet purse
Over at the blog Born Again Creations there is a post on how to turn two baby bonnets into a cute draw string purse. What I love about this project is that babies use their bonnets for such a … Read More...
How to make paper towel tube flowers
Roopa of the blog Putti Prapancha sent in a link to her bright and colorful tutorial on how to make paper towel tube flower wall decorations that are sure to brighten up any room!
How to make measuring tape and button bracelets
Got an old measuring tape hangin’ around and some fun buttons? Why not whip up a fun set of bracelets. Bay Area Maker Faire May 21st & 22nd! Want to win a pair of tickets? Pop on over to … Read More...
The repurposing of an old spoon rack and a chair into a display rack
Amy of the blog A Nest for All Seasons sent in a link to her post about how she repurposed an “old ugly spoon rack” into a great revamped display and organizing element. And how she turned a chair into … Read More...
How to make your own recycled paper crazy-big hat
Is this the next Royal….Beatrice? or Lady Gaga? She is beyond cute, that’s all I know and I think this looks like my next party craft! Check out the post Nikki sent in to her blog Lily Bug Designs featuring … Read More...
How to make a recycled coffee bag flower bib necklace
Kirsten of the blog Dollar Store Crafts was a guest blogger over at The CSI Project where she posted this great tutorial on how to make a recycled coffee bag bib necklace. Too cute I say!
How to make wine cork plant markers
This is such a cute and easy recycled craft and yes you guessed it involves a bit of libation first! Check out the easy tutorial for making recycled wine cork plant markers by Mandy and posted at the blog My … Read More...
How to make a recycled stamped magnetic memo clip holder
This cute memo clip holder posted by Mel of Mel Designs is made from a whole bunch of recycled things like a paint stick and book pages. See her tutorial on how to make a memo clip holder and whip … Read More...
How to make recycled comic book pendats
Katie of the blog Punk Projects sent in a link to her cute tutorial on how to make recycled comic book pendants. I love these. But you know what it makes me think of doing? Decupaging Easter eggs with comic … Read More...
How to make a woven recycled cereal box Easter basket
Over at Michele Made me, yes you guessed it Michele made this wonderful Easter Basket that has a wonderful bird’s nest feel to it. See the wonderful tutorial on how to make a recycled cereal box Easter basket that Michele … Read More...