Do you keep a stash of those little battery powered tea lights? I do and I love finding new ways to use them in fun little decorations. These circle based ghosts look like they are floating. The tutorial on how … Read More...

I love making big decorations and using them outside. This idea for making a giant spider out of balloons and crepe paper is wonderful and easy. I think I am going to try it with some inflatable balls and maybe … Read More...

It almost seems like the recycled tp tube can do anything. Today you can transform it into a loom to create fun little friendship bracelets. Pop on over to the blog Happy Hooligans for the easy tutorial on how to … Read More...

This is so unique and adorable. I bet this idea for making totem poles could be made out of all sorts of things. The first things that come to mind are TP tubes or recycled doll or stuffed animal heads … Read More...

Discover your inner genius and learn how to transform unwanted junk into unique and creative garden designs with designer, upcycler and entrepreneur Max McMurdo. Upcycling outdoors

Following the success of his first book Upcycling, Max has turned his thoughts … Read More...

I had totally forgotten about worry dolls but I had a collection of them all through college. I’m sure they are in some box somewhere though. But, not to “worry” I think I will make a new set using the … Read More...

When I first spotted these strips of book pages in a jar I just loved it a simply a great visual. But it it actually serves as a fun way to make a contest. You challenge people to guess what … Read More...

I’ve never really been a dinosaur person but recently I bought a bunch that I thought would make cute sign holders for an art show. Well, I didn’t use them for the show so when I spotted this wall art … Read More...

I have posted recycled doll head planter projects before and I have made one as well. I used a standard plastic doll head and put an aloe plant in it. This doll head has some really cool plants in it … Read More...

In with the old, out with the new? reclaiming your closet and reducing fashion waste starts here.

Repair your favorite socks with style, add flair with personalized patches, and turn ripped jeans into an embroidered masterpiece. For beginner and experienced … Read More...

I have a large stash of old thread spools. This happens when people know you sew and they are cleaning out stuff and run across a sewing supply stash. They ask you if you want it and who can say … Read More...

I love the minimalism and abstraction of young artists. It’s fun to display this art in unique ways like in a shadow box with the crayons that created it. This idea for fun ways to display art and more can … Read More...

There are so many things you can make with strips of paper. The first one that comes to mind are paper chains traditionally used to decorate a Christmas tree. But strips of paper can be also shaped in the form … Read More...

This project reminds me of making friendship pins but now the illustrious paperclip gets adorned with beads. I bet this project would be great to keep the kiddos busy in the car, on a plane, or stuck inside on a … Read More...

If You Can Cut, You Can Collage is specially designed for people who feel like they can’t make art. Want to know a secret? You can! You just need a little inspiration, instruction, and confidence.

Collage is a wonderful creative … Read More...

Popsicles are the perfect summer treat and that means they are the perfect subject to craft in the summer. Pop on over to the blog Oh Happy Day for the downloadable covers for the recycled matchboxes to turn them into … Read More...

This adorable project is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face that spots it. In fact I bet it would look great in a window. Pop on over to the blog Pink Stripey Socks for the tutorial on how … Read More...

I think everyone at one point or another spool knits, right? And after last year I don’t think any of us will look at a roll of toilet paper the same again. So why not take one of our favorite … Read More...

Wood slices are so pretty all by themselves but adding a unique crack in them makes them even better. Adding a colored glowing element makes them modern and magical. Pop on over to the blog Imgur for the great detailed … Read More...

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think craft sticks might just be moving up on my list of favorite craft supply. Especially after seeing the great collection of craft stick crafts that are as much fun to make as they then are to play with … Read More...