Making a cute object supersized can be such a fun project and in this case decorative and functional. Renee sent in a link to her blog Cute Simple Stuff where she posted a video tutorial on how to make these … Read More...
Giveaway- Color Yourself to Tranquility: And reduce stress with these beautiful artworks of trees
Giveaway- Color Yourself to Tranquility: And reduce stress with these beautiful artworks of trees
Leave a comment in today’s post by July 26, 2017 and you are in the running for this pretty adult coloring book!
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How to make a recycled pink flamingo pinata
This pink flamingo is so pretty I’m not sure I could take a bat to it to break it open to get the goodies inside. Kids probably wouldn’t have that problem though. Pop on over to the link Penelope sent … Read More...
How to make a pool noodle sprinkler
I am sharing this project today as it is expected to be over 100 degrees this weekend. If it is hot where you are and looking for a fun DIY project that can be used outside to cool down. Pop … Read More...
Giveaway- Sew Caroline Weekend Style
Giveaway- Sew Caroline Weekend Style
Leave a comment in today’s post by July 19th, 2017 and you are in the running for this adorable sewing book filled with comfy projects.
Open to U. S. residents only please.
Weekends never looked … Read More...
How to print on recycled tea bags
I can’t say I have ever thought about trying to print images on used tea bags but this photo sure is a pretty collection of art. Pop on over to the blog The Creative Alchemist for the tutorial on how … Read More...
How to make donuts for a ring toss game
I am in love with all things donut-from tiny donuts, real donuts and now these giant donuts! And best yet once you make them you can then play a fun outdoor ring toss game with them. Pop on over to … Read More...
Book Giveaway- Foraged Flower Arranging: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Stunning Arrangements from Local, Wild Plants
Giveaway – Book Giveaway- Foraged Flower Arranging: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Stunning Arrangements from Local, Wild Plants
Leave a comment in today’s post by July 15, 2017 and you are in the running for this beautiful inspiring and informative … Read More...
Sewing machine and knitting yarn ball embellished cell phone covers
We all have cell phones and they should definitely not go unembellished. These were so easy to put a custom touch on with a sewing machine die cut out of contact paper and a knitting needles and balls of yarn … Read More...
Recycled leather, plastic tray and soda can embellished box
Today’s project features 3 different recycled materials embossed and die cut. If you haven’t tried embossing recycled leather, soda cans and plastic trays but like working with these materials already I have to say that I think embossing them really … Read More...
How to make a message beach ball
Are you like me and always on the lookout for places to put your favorite quotes and words? Well, then you need to check out this cool tutorial on how to put words on a giant beach ball that is … Read More...
Mini gazing balls made with marbles and golf tees
Have you made any mini gardens or fairy scapes? I have been working on a few. This idea is too darn cute and oh so easy. Gazing balls are great in full size gardens so why not make a mini … Read More...
Die cut paint swatch bookmark
Paint samples can be such a fun recycled element to craft with. I thought I’d try die cutting one my favorite alphabet set by Leonie Pujol to make a bookmark.
Paint samples come in lots of different sizes and shapes … Read More...
Stamped and colored inspirational quote clipboard
I love clipboards as an organizational tool. I think I started using them when I worked on set as it made taking notes and keeping track of scripts easy. I currently like them for use when I’m coloring on the … Read More...
Origami Animal Friends: Fold 35 of your favorite dogs, cats, rabbits, and more
Giveaway- Origami Animal Friends: Fold 35 of your favorite dogs, cats, rabbits, and more
Leave a comment in today’s post by July 6th, 2017 and you are in the running for this adorable origami book and coordinating paper.
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How to make a recycled crib American flag decoration
I think this may be a first for me. I don’t think I have ever posted a craft made from a recycled crib base-the spring tension section that the mattress rests on. Pop on over to the link Tracy sent … Read More...
Baby shoe wall art
How cute is this idea for upcycling baby shoes as they grow out of them? Best yet you can make two and give one to a special relative or friend. This baby shoe wall art idea was found at the … Read More...
Cute kitties cut from recycled plastic bottles
I love the kitties in my neighborhood and these cute kitties cut from recycled plastic bottles are such a great idea featured at the blog Atelier Carmen are so inspiring. I bet it would be easy to make puppies, bunnies … Read More...
Butterscotch candy bees made with wiggle eyes
When I spotted these little butterscotch candy bees I smiled because they brought back memories of my grandmother who always had these candies in her purse. Hers didn’t have wiggle eyes glued on them and little black stripes to look … Read More...
Mixed-media scrap wood bud vase
Making things out of unconventional and unexpected materials is pretty much what we recycled crafters are all about. This cute little bud vase is made out of a scrap piece of 2×4 and something that I bet not too many … Read More...