Are you in the mood to make something easy and a bit on the zen side? Well, this project just may be the one you are looking for. I like these little fabric bowls made out out cotton scraps but … Read More...
How to paint an Easter Chick with a recycled fork
I don’t think it gets any better than an adorable chick that could not be any easier to paint and one of the best craft supplies ever…wiggle eyes! Hop on over to the blog Mas & Pas for the tutorial … Read More...
How to make dragonflies and flowers from maple seeds
I love the iridescent quality of dragonfly wings and some things like maple seed happen to be translucent enough to recreate the look of wings and leaves with just the bit of color. Fly on over to the blog Filth … Read More...
How to make footprint bunnies
I post “hand fulls” of projects that use handprints and hand tracings but today I have an adorable bunny footprint that is a perfect project for Easter and baby memorabilia. Take some baby steps over to the blog Messy Little … Read More...
How to make Borax crystal colorful Easter Eggs
Who doesn’t love a bit of sparkle? And Easter eggs are no exception. I have had making crystals on my “to-try” list for quite some time and this project just might be the one that gets it up to the … Read More...
How to make bunnies from hand prints
Today I have another fun project that uses the ultimate repurposed “tool” – your hand! Best yet you never have to worry about finding it 🙂 (An aside-I just found a set of rubber stamps I have been looking for … Read More...
How to make a pasta “rain” bow and cloud decoration
I still love working with pasta even though pasta crafts are generally considered to be a kids craft. This rainbow or “rain” bow is darling and easy. Pop on over to the blog B Inspired Mama to see how to … Read More...
How to make nature Easter egg shaped collages
Don’t have craft supplies? No problem. With a just some basic leaves, pebbles or even some beans and herbs from the grocery store you can make these beautiful egg shaped collages perfect to decorate for Easter. Pop on over to … Read More...
How to make miniature cakes out of surprise recycled elements
Could these be any cuter? And they look perfectly like a full size real cake. But they aren’t. They are tiny cakes made out of surprise items I bet you have have around in your house. I will definitely be … Read More...
Vintage wallpaper makes a fun collage background
I scored some rolls of vintage wallpaper and a large frame with no glass and it gave me an idea for a collage background. I left the curl in the paper. The bottom looks like it is being held down … Read More...
Recycled beach glass ideas for all over your house
If you love going to the ocean and finding beach glass, then wonder what to do with it? Well, pop on over to the blog Sand and Sisal for a great collection of projects that you can make with recycled … Read More...
How to make a colorful recycled newspaper fringe banner
This might be a fun way to dress up the outside of your house in a big and colorful way. Maybe for Easter as we are doing so much outside these days. Pop on over to the blog the House … Read More...
How to make a hand print frog and paper plate lily pad
I don’t think I’ve ever seen a lily pad craft that is so easy and colorful. Not to mention those big silly eyes on the hand traced frog. Pop on over to the blog The Best Ideas for Kids … Read More...
Sheet music makes a great canvas for art
It’s always fun to try new surfaces to create art on. This art made on sheet music utilizes the elements of the sheet music in creating an art gallery filled with people. Not only is the concept creative the art … Read More...
How to make recycled cd weaving art
Wow! Isn’t this spectacular?! I scored a bunch of old cd’s to use the cases for a project. Now I have a use for all the cd’s!
Pop on over to the blog Make it A Wonderful Life for lot’s … Read More...
Great way to memorialize a sentimental tool by casting a door stop
We often keep an object that was owned by someone else but we use a newer object in our daily life. I have two claw hammers that are actually missing one claw so they don’t work for removing nails. This … Read More...
Fun ideas for displaying collections
Is there anyone out there that doesn’t collect something? Whatever you collect it is more fun to display it in a creative way rather than tucking it away so you can’t see it. Pop on over to Yahoo News for … Read More...
Recycled spoons make a fun wall decoration with a bit of paint
I am all about the collections of things. This idea for painting recycled spoons in all sorts of pretty colors and hanging them in a group is so pretty! I bet you could collage on the spoons too and then … Read More...
Amazing mini recycled book diorama
This would be a fun way to memorialize a book you loved. Maybe pick a scene that was important in the book to create in miniature. Pop on over to Pop Sugar to see more of the great collection recycled … Read More...
How to make rockin’ sharks
So many of us are big fans of the shark. We all have our reasons 🙂 These adorable sharks with their big smiles and wiggly eyes are so easy to make. I bet you could make all sorts of swimming … Read More...