Why just reuse a bucket when you can reinvent it? The New 5-Gallon Bucket Book updates a quirky classic with 30+ new ways to take those old buckets and put them to use.

Five-gallon buckets are ubiquitous and cheap (or … Read More...

Who knew it could be as simple as a recycled piece of cardboard and a scrap of sheer curtain fabric to make a mini silk screening setup.

Well, it is. Pop on over to the blog Cloth Paper Scissors for … Read More...

Don’t you just adore discovering new ways to utilize tools and materials you already have? It’s like a burst of creativity that justifies holding onto those items that may not see daily use. If you’re anything like me, you’ll find … Read More...

I like to swap out the things I look at a lot….and I mean a lot! So finding ways to simply pop in a picture or a page from a magazine or my latest collage is always on my mind. … Read More...

Rescue, Restore, Redecorate: Amy Howard’s Guide to Refinishing Furniture and Accessories is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to bring their furniture back to life. Whether you’re an experienced DIY-er or just starting out, this book is packed full … Read More...

I have saved some egg shells broken in half. I was going to use them to sculpt and caste with but this idea for painting the inside and using in a collage might be added to the list. Pop on … Read More...

I have tried combining wire with my ceramic projects but I haven’t tried making a whole weaving piece within a  piece of ceramics. Today’s project does just that in the most colorful way possible as seen in this spectacular photo. … Read More...

These days kids get lots of trophies. Maybe you are doing a big clean out before said kiddo is going off to college. Wouldn’t it be fun to take all those trophies and use them to decorate the table at … Read More...

I have a big stash of silicone molds. I love working with them as they are so flexible that anything is easy to get out. The old hard plastic candy molds worked great with chocolate and soap but other things … Read More...

There are a lot of ways to transform plastic into new and pretty things. The cool thing about this recycled plastic project is which plastic is used and how it creates a texture. “Pop” (literally) over to the blog The … Read More...

Oh boy, where do I even begin with this one? Flea Market Fabulous: Designing Gorgeous Rooms with Vintage Treasures by Lara Spencer is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to turn their home into a boho chic paradise, but … Read More...

These are business cards that have been watercolor painted then stamped with the person’s info. How cool is that? This just might be my weekend project. If you like art and craft ideas that come from other places like this … Read More...

I have posted other recycled cardboard sculpture crafts but today’s really caught my eye for two reasons. The first is the fun way simple patterns created on the surfaces really made this look modern and fun. The second was using … Read More...

I work both big and small. This display does both! It makes an overall large effect with small images. You simply use large fields of color in different shades. This could be achieved with paper, fabric or paint. Pop on … Read More...

I’ve seen some great projects that use the whole negative film strip but I’ve never seen a project that just uses the side edges. These are so delicate and look so cool! Pop on over to the blog The Refab … Read More...

I’m in the middle of a big clean out and This idea for hanging a variety of lengths of sharpened pencils by an old promotional wood ruler is such a fun way to use all those old pencils I seem … Read More...

“Create Naturally: Go Outside and Rediscover Nature with 15 Makers” is an inspiring book that teaches you how to tap into your creative potential by reconnecting with nature. This book is for anyone who wants to unleash their … Read More...

Lighting based on nature is such a great combo. Better yet making it with a recycled jar just puts it in my to make world. Pop on over to the blog Ideas 2 Live 4 for the step by step … Read More...

Now I don’t think I need to make these toys but what I really like is how the wooden spools are different colors but the wood shows through as if they are stained. If you to like the idea of … Read More...

I love working with recycled jars. Sometimes you don’t really even need to do anything to them as they are pretty on their own. The shape or the label is cool. In this case a bit of paint and paper … Read More...