This recycled Sari yarn is perfect for crafting and can be purchased here on Hawaiian Dog Yarn
They also have lot’s of other recycled yarns including a newspaper yarn, great for totes and string bags.
Recycled Newspaper Yarn is made … Read More...
How to make a recycled cd case votive shade
There are endless possibilities for what could be put in a recycled cd case. I think I may challenge myself to pick something new every day out on my daily walk. Pop on over to the blog Celebrations at Home … Read More...
Recycled Styrofoam cups make a fun math teaching tool
I know we are all trying not to use Styrofoam these days but occasionally it can’t be avoided. So when I spotted this great math teaching tool made from them I thought that it looked like a great way to … Read More...
Dozens of Doily ideas
I love doilies. As the post over at The Idea Room shows so many ways that doilies can be reused, upcycled, repurposed and altered I could be making everything there. These wrist cozies happen to be one of my faves … Read More...
How to make a recycled paper lantern cloud lamp
I have another BIG and fun recycled craft project today. These fun fluffy clouds would add a great look inside or out. Pop on over to the blog Day to Day Gadgets for the step by step tutorial on how … Read More...
How to make giant octopus tentacles
My complete focus right now is big decorations that I can put on my lawn so that my neighbors can enjoy from afar. When I spotted these giant tentacles I was so tickled and they are pretty easy to make. … Read More...
Hooray For Fish – Recycled buttons make fun fish scales
You generally don’t think of buttons and fish at the same time but in this case buttons can make fun fish scales. Over at the blog Sun Hats and Wellie Boots you can see how to make this fun transformation … Read More...
How to make recycled plastic bottle charms
These are so pretty and pretty easy to make too! They are like the middle stage of Shrinky Dinks. Need some new jewelry making supplies to add to your stash? Why not spend some times just making organic shaped recycled … Read More...
How to make a recycled bouncing ball Giant Christmas ornament
I have a feeling that decorating yards is going to be more important now more than ever as many of us will probably not be doing huge indoor gatherings this holiday season. So these giant ball ornaments perfect to hang … Read More...
Glowing ghost Halloween decoration
Is it too soon to start thinking about Halloween? Some may say yes, other maybe not. Well this cool way to make a glowing decoration may come in handy for other themes. Pop on over to the blog Penny Wise … Read More...
Huge collection of wall decor made with fiber and hoops
Often times simple knot making can be a zen project, remember all those friendship bracelets we would spend hours making? Well, over at the blog Arch Zine there is a huge collection of projects made with all sorts of fiber … Read More...
How to make a tiny recycled clothes pin easel
Are you a fan of mini art projects like ATC’s?
Art projects, such as creating mini easels, are not only fun but also beneficial for both our mental and emotional well-being. One such project that combines both art and recycling … Read More...
smART Sketcher and cell phone are the easiest way to transfer images
Today I have a fun new device to tell you about and show you how easy and fast it is to use. Meet the smART Sketcher. All you do is download the smARTt Sketcher App and you are ready … Read More...
Easiest recycled necklace charm bail
Could this be any simpler? I don’t think so. So you now have no excuse in transforming all your stash of pretty buttons, single earrings and other bits of this and that into amazing new jewelry. I know I will … Read More...
How to make recycled paperclip earrings
Yes you read the title right! These lovely modern shaped earrings are made out of recycled paper clips. This looks like a nice tiny project that could be easily carried on the go and made virtually anywhere. Pop on over … Read More...
Creative ways to make art with pencil shavings
I love when I spot a new recycled element. Who would have ever thought you could be so creative with pencil shavings? Certainly not me but wow these tiny skirts on these dancing ladies are so cute in all the … Read More...
How to make easy scrap fabric bowls
These little fabric bowls are just darling. I keep a box of small fabric scraps for just this type of project. I bet baby clothes that have cute details but otherwise unwearable would work too for this. Pop on over … Read More...
Best DIY face shield made from recycled Krispy Kreme box
Pop on over to Youtube to see the easiest DIY face shield that you will have fun making and I’m sure best smelling at least for a while 🙂 This is so fun. If you don’t happen to have one … Read More...
How to make a red, white and blue ribbon flag wand for 4th of July
Right now I really wish magic wands worked. And if they did this red, white, and blue one would be the one I would want to be waving. Even if it is simply symbolic I am going to make a … Read More...
Best collection of bookmarks and book decor accessories ever!
I might have made up “book decor accessories” but what would you call this fun addition of decorative grass to the tops of a bunch of books? The blades of grass aren’t bookmarks but boy are they cool and I … Read More...