Traveling this spring, and want to bring along your favorite scents? Grab an old Altoid tin and revamp it into a candle, using the tutorial from Design Sponge that takes you from revamping the outside to getting your favorite … Read More...
Tied Quilt
Spring cleaning time is upon us, and while you’re clearing out your craft room, you’l surely come across fabric that you’ve been stashing away for the perfect project. And if you haven’t used it in at least six months, your … Read More...
Upcycled Clothespin Bag
It’s getting warm here in the Northern Hemisphere, which means it’s time for all the eco-conscious crafters out there to start hanging their laundry out to dry in the warm sunshine. And while this is great on the environment (not … Read More...
DIY Toy Stove
Most little kids love to play kitchen, whipping up their favorite dishes right next to you. But we all can’t afford to get the “big box” type kitchens, or we want something more unique for your kids? Try making your … Read More...
Plant Your Flowers the Sustainable Way – Recycled and Eco-Friendly Garden Ideas
Looking to brighten up your space with flowers and do your part for the planet? You’re in the right place. Whether you’ve got a green thumb or you’re just starting to dabble in gardening, there’s something incredibly satisfying about planting … Read More...
Upcycling Junk Into Jewelry
Hippyshopper offers some great links and ideas for upcycling your junk into some unique jewelry!Looking for jewelry-making supplies? Check out our favorite supplier BeeBeeCraft
Milk Carton Coin Purse
For those who still carry around a ton of change (I’m one of you!), make yourself a great coin purse using an old milk carton! Be sure to rinse out first, though.
Up-cycled Accordian File Side-Table
In need of a side table but don’t have tons of money to spend? Re-Nest (a perenial favorite of mine) has offered up a tutorial for using accordian files to make this kitchy table your own! If you spray painted … Read More...
Christy’s Craft Challenge
Looking for a great way to expand your crafting brain power? Want to get into the whole “recycled crafts” thing, but don’t have any crafts to recycle? Christy’s Craft Challenge is for you!
I was contacted by Christy, … Read More...
Treat Bowls
Happy Mundane posted these gorgeous treat bowls, made using old lampshade frames and leftover yarn, from camillahhalvorsen’s Etsy shop! I love this idea, and I “might” have so much yarn laying around it’s ridiculous. Makes me wonder what … Read More...
8 Mile Creek Designs
who would have thought junk yard car parts could be worked into beautiful items, but that’s exactly what 8 Mile Creek Designs has done. From hubcaps and license plates turned into clocks to light covers turned night lights, this shop … Read More...
Trash Planner!
Yes, we’re almost all the way through January, but some of us (cough*me*cough) still don’t have a planner we love ready and in use! Have no fear, because Apartment Therapy directs us to Green Upgrader for directions on how to … Read More...
Scrapbook Paper Hearts
Use up some of your unused scrapbook paper (even if it’s just to make room for new paper to join your stash!) by making some great Valentine’s hearts to hang in your house. Another project that’s great to do with … Read More...
Etsy Shop: Refinerii
metalworking using salvaged materials is the buzzword on this Etsy site. All the artwork is made using found objects, and the result is absolutely stunning. I love this alternative wedding bouquet – perfect for a more modern bride, and … Read More...
Valentine’s Sachets
I know, I know. The new year has just begun, and already I’m posting Valentine’s Day items? But if you do the math, you’ve got little more than a month to get some items put together for the ones you … Read More...
Toy Displays As Decoration
Who thought displaying your collections could be considered crafty? I didn’t, but crafting your space is a very big part of being someone who lives their every day in a crafty way. So displaying your collections (in this case, toy … Read More...
Wine Box Lamps
In keeping with the reuse of wine theme, you can take that box your wine (or higher end liqour) came in and turn it into a lamp! (source)
Concert Ticket Coasters
Looking for a way to preserve the memories of all those concerts you saw in your youth? Grab all those ticket stubs and follow this tutorial for turning them into coasters. Also works great with movie ticket stubs, theater performance … Read More...
Recycled Old Paper Maps – Wrap It In Maps!
Looking for an eco-friendly way to wrap your holiday presents? Consider wrapping them in maps! Grab that out-dated atlas or road map out of your car (you know you’ve got three in there) and start tearing out the pages. For … Read More...
Wine Bottle Plant Nannies – Self watering planters
I’ve avoided having house plants as much for my kitties as for my inability to remember to water plants. And all the plant nannies I’ve seen have been ridiculously overpriced. Now, thanks to this great idea, all I have to … Read More...


















