Who doesn’t get a kick out of vintage typewriters and their keys? There is just something cool about them. I have 2 rubber stamps of vintage typewriters along with the rubber stamps of the key alphabet. This is a brilliant … Read More...

This project has been on my “to try” list for a while. I scored a Rolodex a while back and want to make lots of mini collage art that can be viewed on a spinning wheel. Pop on over to … Read More...

Old art supplies can have a great look with bits of colored paint on them and even a simple aged quality. They may not work any more  but they can be used to embellish surfaces. Pop on over to the … Read More...

I just finished reading “Upcycling Crafts: Make Something Different And New From Old Items” and I have to say, it’s a pretty cool book! If you’re like me and love giving old items a new lease on life, … Read More...

This is so pretty and kind of ironic. Probably why I love it so much. It kind of reminds me how much I love the Lego typewriter. If you like to make dimensional things with recycled paper or you just … Read More...

As wood ages it get more interesting. For this reason architectural salvage can be a great material to make new things with. These wood hangers upside down with other bit of recycled wood make great displays for all sorts of … Read More...

I love using hand tracings for projects and simply by curling the hand outline you can make the sign language sign for “love”. This Valentine card is made with plastic heated into place but I bet any paper would work. … Read More...

I love super-sized objects. I don’t know why making tiny things giant is cool but it is. Better yet when you can make a tiny object super-sized with an easy object. Pop on over to one of the master recycled … Read More...

I’m not sure there could be an easier way to make a jewelry display. I bet this would be perfect for craft shows as it would be easy to pack up and light to move. Everyone can work with dowels … Read More...

Did you know that tape measures can stretch out and thus become not accurate? They can. So if accuracy is super important in your sewing projects why not take your old tape measures and turn them into fun sewing themed … Read More...

Upcycling old electronics can be so fun. I still have my old flip phones and I’ve heard the “kids” think their cool and some are using them. Another fun thing to repurpose are old game boards and game parts. Pop … Read More...

I love a craft that once you make one you want to make a whole bunch. Repetition can be so zen and I can pretty much always use more zen in my day. Pop on over to the blog Freshly … Read More...

These pots of greenery with pom pom noses and bunny ears could be made with all sorts of materials and plants. I bet they could even work with a bunch of succulents. I am going to give it a shot. … Read More...

We all know that embroidery looks great on fabric and clothing but why not kick it up in scale and use sweaters as your “canvas” to make sweater art. It can be as simple as finding a sweater that already … Read More...

Origami is such a classic crafting technique. I bet we have all made at least one thing by simply folding paper. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner why not fold up a whole bunch of these adorable recycled book … Read More...

We don’t generally see wood combined with fiber especially in creative and artistic ways. Well, over at Ella Robinson’s blog she has compiled a great collection of wood and fiber artistic pieces that are sure to inspire and spark your … Read More...

I am one of those crafters that saves every little scrap of fabric. Why? Because there are projects like this lion that they are perfect for. Pop on over to the blog Milk Magazine to see the step by step … Read More...

Who doesn’t love a magic wand? We all wish we had one at one point or another. You could use heart playing cards or you could recycled last year’s Valentine’s Day cards. Pop on over to the blog A Penny … Read More...

Sometimes the simplest item laying about the house can be transformed into a bold and fun holiday decoration. Grab your playing cards and a recycled piece of cardboard and you will have a festive heart shaped recycled heart playing card … Read More...

Lots of wine drinkers save their corks. And there are lots of great ways to use them in crafts. This large scale “XO” Valentine recycled cork letter decoration that is naturally colored pink. If you have a cork stash and … Read More...