I just learned about fidget spinners this past weekend. I get the concept having your hands occupied while listening can be really helpful, doodling was what often kept my hands busy while listening. This fidget spinner is based on an … Read More...
How to make an octopus hanging decoration
This is recycled trash bag octopus is so pretty and fun I can’t wait to try making one. Over at Little Stars Learning there is both a photo and video tutorial on how to make these plastic bag octopus decorations… Read More...
How to a make recycled lace curtain butterfly vase for Mother’s Day flowers
If you plan to give your mom some flowers for Mother’s Day why not upcycle a plain vase to go with them. Here is a fun idea for die cutting recycled lace curtains. Pop on over to the blog Cheap … Read More...
How to sew an envelope for Mother’s Day love note
This idea is so versatile. I could see using it for all sorts of notes and little gifts for Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Anniversaries, really anything. I also bet it would be fun to sew them with paper and other … Read More...
Enter The Compost Challenge for a chance to win $2K
Enter the Compost Challenge at thecompoststory.com for a Giveway worth $2K May 7 – 13th.
Composting is the most important action humans can take to regenerate our planet. The Compost Story was produced by Kiss The Ground and Elevate Receive … Read More...
How to make faux crystal filled shell bowls
These are so sparkly and pretty not to mention made with two organic materials-rock salt and shells. Pop on over to the blog Hello, Wonderful for both the tutorials on how to make colored faux gem stones and these cute … Read More...
Giveaway-Journal Sparks: Fire Up Your Creativity with Spontaneous Art, Wild Writing, and Inventive Thinking
Giveaway-Journal Sparks: Fire Up Your Creativity with Spontaneous Art, Wild Writing, and Inventive Thinking
Leave a comment in today’s post by Thursday May 11th, 2017 and you are in the running for this fun creative prompt book.
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How to make pop up cards for jewelry gifts
If you like to make jewelry and give it as gifts or sell it at craft shows and want a fun way to display it try these fun cards made with a circle card die cut with a Crafter’s Companion … Read More...
Cardboard circle weaving tutorial
Weaving is really hot right now. I’ve seen a lot of cool wall hangings especially the ones on sticks. This circle weaving on recycled cardboard is really interesting. Perfect for all those scraps of yarn I can’t get rid of. … Read More...
How to make a miniature matchbox vanity
It’s no secrete I am in love with miniatures, mostly with the little succulent gardens that are created in recycled containers but this little matchbox vanity made out of matchboxes is so cute! I bet is a great way to … Read More...
You are my world card for Mother’s Day
Last Saturday was Earth Day and Mother’s Day is just around the corner. So I thought I’d make a Mother’s Day card with an image of the Earth and the words, “You are my world” Fun hu?
It was easy … Read More...
Lady bug and bumble bee bird feeders
I’ve been looking around for a fun idea for a bird/squirrel feeder and these lady bug and bumble bee recycled coffee can ones are just darling. I really like when something traditionally small is made big. Fly on over to … Read More...
How to make etched bullet casing jewelry
I had no idea it was so easy to etch an image onto recycled bullet casings. It does require some very careful safety precautions that are included in the links but not hard ones. Pop on over to the Rings … Read More...
How to use your coloring pages to make jewelry
If you have colored pages or your kids do then you know how pretty they can come out. Now what? Well this idea to transform the art into jewelry could be just the project you are looking for. This includes … Read More...
How to make recycled lid ladybugs
Oh, ladybugs are everywhere lately, aren’t they? And honestly, I’m not mad about it. I seem to spot a new ladybug craft every time I open Pinterest—and let’s be real, they’re hard to resist with those sweet spots and … Read More...
Recycled die cut leather leaves necklace
Die cutting recycled materials is one of my favorite ways to make elements to use in my crafting especially jewelry making and the Crafter’s Companion Gemini Die Cutting machine is a great motorized machine that will cut through leather using … Read More...
How to make recycled vintage sewing pattern art
This project combines two cool things from the past- vintage sewing pattern packaging and vintage print fabric. The envelopes that vintage sewing patterns have great art on them and mounting them with vintage fabric really makes them stand out. Pop … Read More...
Recycled cork little gnomes
I fell in love with these little Wine corks guys the minute I saw them. And they look so easy to make. It’s not like I don’t have a stash of wine corks ready to craft with. Pop on over … Read More...
How to make a fabric and PVC pipe playhouse
What kid doesn’t love a playhouse? And this one is so pretty. I think the other fun part of this project after making it is accessorizing it! Pop on over to Lia Griffith’s blog for the patterns and tutorial … Read More...
Letter Art Projects For Kids
Letters are a great starting point for art making. If you are the type of person who likes art prompts I think the alphabet is a great jumping off point. Over at the blog Playdough to Plato there is a … Read More...