Doesn’t this look modern and chic? Who would ever guess that it’s humble beginning was on the breakfast table. This pretty art is 1 of 10 great recycled cereal box projects featured at How to Build It. The tutorial for … Read More...
How to make vintage wrapping paper Christmas Trees
Are you excited about the upcoming holidays? I am, maybe it’s because I am spotting all sorts of great holiday craft projects that I want to make. Just such a project are these vintage wrapping paper Christmas trees featured at … Read More...
A whole bunch of pretty ideas for elegant Halloween decorations
Over at the blog The Frosted Petticoat there are a ton of pretty photos of an elegant Halloween decorations. Most of the ideas are common creepy objects simply arranged with pretty elegant ones. The combo is a great look. One … Read More...
Wonderful photo and a fun collection of crafts including pom pom raindrops
First up I wanted to share this for the wonderfulness of the photo. And then second because I simply loved the pom pom rain drops and pom pom cloud. I can’t wait to try making this. I found it featured … Read More...
Mason Jar Halloween ghost decoration
I think it is so cool there is a whole blog devoted to Mason jar crafts! That is where I found this fun ghost in a mason jar Halloween decoration. Pop on over to the Mason Jar Crafts blog to … Read More...
How to make a spider web poncho
With Halloween coming up this would make a great project to make so it can be worn for the whole month….even longer if spider webs are your style year round. Pop on over to the blog Being Bianca for her … Read More...
8 Crafts To Make With Old Sheet Music
Music is a universal language that speaks to the soul. For many people, it’s an integral part of their lives. Whether you’re a musician, music lover, or simply appreciate the beauty of musical notes and lyrics, sheet music is a … Read More...
Easy way to transfer letters to wood
I can’t wait to try this transfer technique as all it requires is water and a round-tipped marker capped pen
like a Sharpie. Both of which I have on hand. Pop on over to the blog Diddle Dumpling for the … Read More...
Crate to coffee table
Do you recyclers do “alley” runs”? I love that term. I do know the Sunday night/Monday morning walks through my neighborhood can sometimes be a treasure hunt but I can’t say as I have alleys in my normal repertoire of … Read More...
How to make octopus lanterns
I bet these octopus lanterns look great when the breeze is blowing the streamers a bit. I want to use this tutorial and transform it to a Halloween theme. Pop on over to the blog Bondville for the full tutorial … Read More...
Giveaway- Recycled Hexie Quilts: Using Vintage Hexagons in Today’s Quilts
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Recycled Hexie Quilts: Using Vintage Hexagons in Today’s Quilts
by
Mary W. Kerr
Leave a comment in today’s post by August 22, 2015 and you are in the running for a copy … Read More...
How to make a donut bulletin board
I love donuts or doughnuts, whichever way you like to spell them, they rock! These donut shaped bulletin boards are beyond cute. Would they cheer you up while doing your homework or maybe in a kitchen? Pop on over to … Read More...
22 Halloween Pallet projects
Yes it is time to start (if you haven’t already) to think about Halloween and how you plan to decorate. I’ve already made two projects and I am so loving them! This countdown calendar pallet is a great idea to … Read More...
21 beautiful lighting ideas
This hanging light made with an embroidery hoop, twinkle lights and feathers is just beautiful. I don’t think of feathers and lighting generally together but boy is it a nice combo. Pop on over to the blog Homesthetics for … Read More...
DIY Soda Can Tab Dolls
Before you toss the pull tabs from your next fizzy drink, take another look at them. That little piece of aluminium already has the perfect shape for a miniature doll body, complete with openings that can be used for hanging, … Read More...
How to remove printing from plastic containers
Oh this is going to open up a whole new world of recycled crafting! Plastic containers are great for so many things but the printing on them has hindered the process and projects as the containers had to be covered….until … Read More...
Winner: Paper Jewelry book
Congrats go out to Holly Y. of N. Little Rock, AR as she is the winner of Paper Jewelry: 55 Projects for Reusing Paper
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Giveaway- DIY Bedroom Decor: 50 Awesome Ideas for Your Room
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DIY Bedroom Decor: 50 Awesome Ideas for Your Room
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Tana Smith
Leave a comment in today’s post by August 14, 2015 and you are in the running for this jam … Read More...
Use Life Savers as a nautical napkin ring accent
I haven’t had Life Savers in a long time but I have fond memories of those little dolls we used to make with the whole roll. These nautical themed napkin rings featuring Life Savers are just brilliant! And so functional … Read More...
How to make a Keepsake upcycled baby onesie quilt
Babies grow so fast and their little onesies are beyond cute. Why not get a lifetime of warm snuggly memories out of them by transforming them into a quilt! Pop on over to the blog Craft Buds for the tutorial … Read More...