These are so cute! Making these concrete planters are super easy and the possibilities on what plant you put into it will make all sorts of “hairstyles” for each little planter face. Pop on over to The Whoot for the … Read More...
How to make a paper cup gift box
So earlier this week I posted about a wreath made out of simple cups. So I kind of have cups on the crafting brain. So when I spotted this tutorial on how to make a treat container out of a … Read More...
How to make colored pumpkin seed art
I am always on the lookout for new things to color. Today’s surprise object- pumpkin seeds! I recently watched a few documentaries on the artist Ai Weiwei and these colorful seeds could be an interesting way to make other types … Read More...
How to make oversized book page art
I love book page art and quotes from books. So this idea for super-sizing the page poster size is beautiful! It really is amazing how simply changing the scale of an item can transform it. Pop on over to the … Read More...
How to make a unicorn finger puppet
Unicorns appeal to people of all ages. I decorated my books with unicorn stickers
when I was a kid and now my planner is decorated with them. This finger puppet looks like a fun project to make with kids and … Read More...
How to make an ornament topiary
Now these are quite the statement! And if I’m not mistaken Christmas crafting supplies are in the stores now. But you know what I was thinking? Halloween. The great tutorial on how to make an ornament topiary featured at the … Read More...
Giveaway- AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary: 200 Modern Knitting Motifs
Giveaway- AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary: 200 Modern Knitting Motifs
Leave a comment in today’s post by August 23, 2017 and you are in the running for this awesome colorwork knitting pattern book! Especially if you like alternative and funky images in … Read More...
How to make a die cut candy dish
I am in love with making things on pedestals (do you remember my candy corn lights?) Well, today I made a candy dish with some die cut and embossed paper, a recycled container lid and a candle stick.
The … Read More...
How to make wall art tic tac toe game
This is kind of a twofer. First you can make a 9 block display and then you can paint up some x’s and o’s and play a game with them or just rearrange them for fun. The display could be … Read More...
Embellish a light switch with Legos
This is such a fun idea for embellishing a plain light switch. The theme could be just about anything because Legos can make anything! Pop on over to Bob Vila’s blog for lots of ideas for repurposing and upcycling all … Read More...
How to make a a wire wall organizer
I love the look of this grid. It is such a clean look and best yet easy to swap out the elements for different looks throughout the year. Pop on over to the blog DIY in PDX for the tutorial … Read More...
Great collection of recycled plastic animal craft
Do you have a stash of little plastic animals that your kids are done playing with it? Or do you buy them yourself because they are so darn cute? Well either way over at the blog Totnens there is a … Read More...
Decorate Mason jars with embossed and gilded papers
I’m pretty sure there are endless ways to embellish Mason jars. In this case all you need are some pretty colored papers, a snowflake embossing folder and a bit of silver gilding wax to make some awesome sparkly jars that … Read More...
How to make cactus from eggs
I’m pretty sure there will always be new ways to decorate eggs. In this case they look like cactus. Which makes them the perfect summer decoration. Pop on over to the blog Quartz and Leisure for the easy tutorial on … Read More...
Recycled cookie sheet magnetic menu board
If you like to organize your dinner plans and let the family know what’s on the menu this recycled baking sheet menu board could be just the project you need to make. I don’t plan my meals but this looks … Read More...
Rubber stamped and embossed organza ribbon card
Did you know you could rubber stamp and emboss organza ribbon? Well, you can!
I taped the organza ribbon down to a piece of scrap paper.
Then I stamped and embossed it. I did take special care not to melt … Read More...
How to make a succulent turtle
This turtle is so adorable. It looks like it is straight out of a high end florist shop but it is made with a bunch of stuff that you probably already have in your garden stash but if not can … Read More...
Giveaway- The Simple Simon Guide To Patchwork Quilting: Two Girls, Seven Blocks, 21 Blissful Patchwork Projects
Leave a comment in today’s post by August 3rd, 2017 and you are in the running for this pretty quilting book.
Open to U. … Read More...
How to make big feet
The possibilities for decorating and pretend play are endless with today’s recycled craft project. I would be painting the toenails all sorts of crazy fun patterns and colors. Pop on over to the blog Kids Activities Woo! for the tutorial … Read More...
Rubber stamped and embossed word rocks collage
Have you found any word rocks in your neighborhood? Have you created any and left them about? Well, I have had the pleasure of finding one in my yard and I thought I’d try rubber stamping and embossing some rocks … Read More...