Do you have a collection of those wooden paint stirring stick
that you are given every time you buy a new gallon of paint? These 7 craft ideas are great for using up those stir sticks in a very creative, … Read More...
Chalkboard and more fun details
This is a great detail that is too good not to share that I’m sure could be used or adapted for all sorts of things. Pop on over to Dimples and Tangles to see how she used upside-down drawer pulls … Read More...
10 fun ways to recycle Scrabble tiles
We have all seen jewelry featuring recycled Scrabble tiles but this way to use the tile holders and the Scrabble board
to display them is positively wonderful. I bet this would work to display all sorts of art and cards? … Read More...
Embellish wicker charger plates with a bit of paint
OK, I’ll admit I am not really a fan of these wicker charger plates. Just not really my thing. But with a cool paint job I might just change my opinion. Pop on over to the blog Delineate Your Dwelling … Read More...
Great collection of 30 paper mache projects
I am fascinated with making dimensional shapes with paper and fiber. The collection of projects featured at Homesthetics is a wealth of inspiration. I particularly like these egg-like shapes. I like that they are a simple black and white color … Read More...
How to make a tea pot pin cushion and supply holder
I’ve seen a lot of things converted into a pin cushion but never one that could be hidden in such a fun way. Pop on over to the blog Sadie Seasongoods for her great tutorial on how to make a … Read More...
How to make vintage book page bookmarks
Are you looking for ideas on what to make with your vintage book pages like me? Well, these bookmarks are fun, slightly ironic, and educational. The idea of making bookmarks out of recycled book pages is simply brilliant as far … Read More...
How to make a smartphone projector
Did you grow up watching slide shows of the family trips and past holidays? I did and boy were they fun. The laughing at what people were wearing and silly things that we all did. If you would like to … Read More...
Make a book spine a chalkboard surface
Are you looking for new ways to use chalkboard paint or a new place to write a quote? Well, here is a fun way to do both. We all have stacks of books around so grab a bunch and either … Read More...
Giveaway- Mobile Art: 35 Beautiful Hanging Decorations for Your Home
Leave a comment in today’s post by Saturday June 20th 2015 and you are entered to win a copy of
Mobile Art: 35 Beautiful Hanging Decorations for Your Home
by
Clair Youngs
Open to U.S. residents only please.
This is … Read More...
How to make computer key jewelry
Snarky jewelry is so fun to make and wear. If you think so too pop on over to the blog Mich L. In L.A. for a great tutorial on how to make recycled computer key jewelry. You can make … Read More...
23 pretty ways to organize and display jewelry
If you are like me and like to look at your jewelry even when you aren’t wearing it I bet you like to display it creatively. Pop on over to the blog Sincerely Yours for a great post that features … Read More...
How to make recycled clothes pin spring bead bails
Yup you read right! The clever crafter at Los Abalorios made this pretty jewelry that uses the hing part of the clothes pin to hold the pretty beads in a cool industrial look. Pop on over to her blog and … Read More...
How to make scalloped ball earrings out of recycled Nespresso cup
Yes! These pretty little bead balls are made with the metal rim of the individual Nespresso coffee cups. Pop on over to the blog Craft and Fun to see the step-by-step tutorial on how to make this pretty metal bead… Read More...
How to make an American flag with mason jars
With 4th of July just around the corner the red, white and blue is popping up all over. I love how the clever crafter at the blog It All Started With Paint created a flag motif on 3 mason jars. … Read More...
Toilet paper tube modern candle base
I have posted quite a number of toilet paper tube projects that range from silly to beautiful and this one is so stylish. It looks like a 60’s modern retro accessory. This modern candle base is made from a humble … Read More...
How to make a fruit wreath
If you have a fruit tree you know how much ripe fruit you get all at once. I like to give it away and this idea for making wreathes with it would really kick it up a notch. Pop on … Read More...
7 DIY Upcycled Beds Your Pet Will Truly Appreciate
If you have a pet, then you know how much you want to treat them like any other member of your family. This post brings you 7 ideas for making a bed for your dog or cat that they are … Read More...
Winner: Art Therapy: Mandalas and Meditate: A Guided Journal
Congrats go out to Kathy D. of West Plains, MO as she is the winner of the two books:
Art Therapy: Mandalas: 100 Designs, Colouring in and Meditation
and
Coloring in sheets are a great … Read More...
How to make a jellyfish in a jar and 22 more fun kid crafts
Over at the blog DIY Ready there is a great collection of 23 kid crafts including this cool tutorial on how to make a jellyfish in a bottle. I think this is so pretty. I know it’s intended to be … Read More...