Is it possible to look at anything with wiggle eyes and not smile? And really lady bugs are so darn cute. Combine the two and you have one cute recycled craft project. Pop on over to the blog Suburbia Unwrapped … Read More...
Recycled Easter Bunny Family
I don’t know about you but when I get an idea to make something I tend to make a bunch. Especially if they are going out in the yard. I had an idea to make some lawn bunnies out of … Read More...
Make Your Own Farm Animals and More: 35 projects for kids using everyday cardboard packaging
If you’re looking for a delightful and eco-friendly crafting adventure for kids, Make Your Own Farm Animals and More by Tracey Radford is a fantastic choice. This book offers 35 creative projects that transform everyday cardboard packaging into charming farm … Read More...
How to make striped pom pom Easter Eggs
Pom poms come in so many pretty colors and are fun to use in all sorts of crafty ways. They can be easily shaped with a very surprising tool not generally used in crafting Pop on over to the blog … Read More...
Red solo cup Easter baskets
You’ll never believe what these adorable little Easter baskets are made from—the bottom half of a red Solo cup! Yes, that’s right! This clever and creative idea is not only super cute but also a great way to … Read More...
How to make shamrock filled bottle cap charms for St. Patrick’s Day
With St. Patrick’s day tomorrow this project sent in by Ellen is just in time for some lucky crafting. If you like to combine your libations with your creative time open up a bottle of Guinness and pick some clover … Read More...
Tin cans with pretty graphics make great cactus planters
Are you like me and buy something because the label is so pretty? You just love the graphic and art on the packaging? Well, if so why not use them to plant cactus in. Pop on over to the link … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day rainbow wreath
I never would have though to cut a styrofoam wreath in half to make a rainbow but the clever crafter over at the blog The Creative Orchard did! She also added rainbow raindrops and a pot of gold to make … Read More...
Cool way to dress up your hoodie cords
I have embellished my hoodie cords with pom poms on the ends and I have seen beads slid onto the cords but wrapping them? No…..until now! How cool is this? Pop on over to the blog Alice and Lois for … Read More...
Recycled book page letters – Dr Seuss
If your kids have out grown their favorite book but still love the art in the pages why not recycle them into a bit of letter art? Pop on over to the blog Money Saving Sisters for the tutorial on… Read More...
How to make Jello Leprechaun Hats
Isn’t it fun when you can find pretty colored food that you can use in your holiday crafting? Grab some lime green Jello individual cups and a few craft supplies and you can whip up these cute Leprechaun hats for … Read More...
How to make paper bag planters
I really like how organic these paper bag planters look. The stenciling makes me think of coffee bean sacks. Pop on over to the link Medina sent in to the blog Grillo Designs for the step by step tutorial on … Read More...
How to make recycled pan planter
We can all use some more green in our lives. Plants are good for our air, our mental health and they sure can be pretty to look at. This fun planter sure is! Pop on over to the link Medina … Read More...
How to make Lego head lights
Lego lights!!!! Best yet these are made with recycled baby food jars. Now don’t think you can’t make these if you think you can’t draw. The great tutorial over at One Little Project at a Time with take you step … Read More...
Half painted sticks and rope napkin rings
A current trend right now that I am in love with is the half painted object. I have seen a lot of cool half painted rocks but these little stubby half painted sticks are so cute! Pop on over to … Read More...
How to make ball art
One of my favorite ways to decorate is with collections of things. This idea for decorating with a collection of balls is just such an example of what I’m talking about. Pop on over to the the blog Honest to … Read More...
15 clever beware of dog signs
Lots of us like to make our own inspirational signs. Why not make some functional ones as well? Check out this great collection of funny and clever beware of dog signs at Bark Post Stories most of which are made … Read More...
4 fun recycled Valentine crafts
Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! Looking to make a fun decoration with some recycled scarves from your stash or upcycle a dartboard to display your Valentine collection? Pop on over to Cheap Eats and Thrifty crafts to see how easy it … Read More...
Recycled key and map art
If you take the time to look at keys they come in so many shapes and sizes so they make great elements to make art with. Vicky of the blog Inspire. Create. Upcycle. sent in this darling project where she … Read More...
Garden decor – crystal water dripping faucet
This is one of those so simply yet brilliant recycled craft projects. It’s time to start planning and thinking about garden decor so you are ready to go when spring hits. Pop on over to the blog Dishfunctional Designs for … Read More...