This step by step tutorial on how to fold a cup into a container is from the blog How To Recycle. Like this idea and want more super recycled decorating and craft ideas pop on over to this blog. … Read More...
Recycled Pizza box easel
Over at the blog Growing a Green Family there is an interesting discussion about a new pizza box that is reusable. I think this is great as pizza boxes can really add up in the recycle bin. But if you … Read More...
5 Emergency kits to make using an Altoids tin
Do you like to be prepared outdoors or in the city when a bit of first aid, sewing or light is needed? Well, over at One Good Thing there are 5 emergency kits listed that all fir in a recycled … Read More...
How to make an elegant animal candle holder
This little squirrel candle holder is just adorable and so elegant. If you like to dress up your Birthday cakes and cupcakes with pretty candle holders pop on over to the blog Emma Walsh Design for the tutorial on how … Read More...
Repurpose word stencils to make your own quotes
I love this quote, “Moms are like buttons they hold everything together” and I loved the stitch font of Plaid’s stencils. If you are looking to make a button box for Mother’s Day pop on over to Buttons Galore … Read More...
Recycled wine crate rolling cart
Anything on wheels is a winning design in my book. I am constantly moving things around in my house as well as my studio. This idea for turning 3 recycled wine crates into a rolling storage cart is so pretty … Read More...
Pattern and tutorial on how to make a paper cactus
I don’t know why but making a cactus out of paper or crocheting them just is funny. They look so cute. These paper cacti are so easy and I bet would look fun out of recycled cardboard boxes maybe? Pop … Read More...
Easiest image transfer method for embroidery on clothes
If you like to upcycle and customize your clothes with stitching and embellishments like sequins you may struggle with how to get the images onto the fabric. Pop on over to Buttons Galore blog to see a super easy way … Read More...
How to dye buttons
Wow! Who knew you could dye buttons? But, you can. This really opens up all sorts of customizing and artsy opportunities. Pop on over to the blog Fiberluscious for the step by step tutorial on how to dye buttons. … Read More...
How to make a cute felt purse with sparkly eyelashes
This felt purse embellished with sequins was so easy to make with Crafter’s Companion Gemini purse dies and Buttons Galore sequins.
I die cut 2 pieces of pink felt for the body of the purse and 1 piece of … Read More...
Toy cars on jars for Father’s Day
These toy cars on jars are orriginally made for wedding showers but I bet they would make a great Father’s day gift. What dad would like a set of these in maybe his favorite team colors? He can organize is … Read More...
3 colanders make great storage
Can you ever really have too much storage or be too organized? Yah, I didn’t think so. This idea for taking 3 colanders and hanging them vertically is both pretty and a big space saver. pop on over to Rachael … Read More...
How to make modern faceted tea light holders
I was so intrigued when I spotted this tea light holder. It was so modern and stylish. Then to find out how easy it is to make I can’t wait to try it out. Pop on over to the blog … Read More...
How to make lace and rick rack necklaces with buttons and charms
Lace is on so many things these days. And it comes in so many styles. If you like the look as much as I do pop on over to the Buttons Galore and More blog to see the step by … Read More...
How to make paper bunny favors
I know Easter was yesterday but I spotted this adorable paper bunny favor and I bet it could be used for all sorts of springtime events. Even maybe a teacher gift or class treat? Hop on over to the blog … Read More...
How to make a recycled Easter basket planter
I absolutely love finding new and creative ways to transform ordinary baskets into something truly unique. You may remember my Basket Christmas Tree, which was a fun and festive project. Well, this latest idea for taking traditional baskets and … Read More...
How to make a felt plushie Easter bunny scissor holder
It just so happens that I had a pair of scissors that look like bunny ears. Go figure right? Well hop on over to Buttons Galore and More blog to see how to make this cute Easter bunny felt plushie … Read More...
How to make soap geode
WOW! Just WOW! Don’t you just love when you spot something that is beautiful and then you realize you can make it yourself? That is just what this cool geode is. Pop on over to the blog Soap Deli News … Read More...
Egg cups made with stacked buttons to display Easter eggs
Decorated Easter eggs deserve to be displayed in the best way possible. Why not make some pretty egg cups with simple plastic eggs
and a bunch of pretty colored buttons in all sorts of sizes. Pop on over to Buttons … Read More...
How to make cute Easter chick boxes
I know I say this about so many of the projects I post here but really, these little chicks are so cute! And best yet this project is great for crafters of all ages. Pop on over to the blog … Read More...