UPDATE Jul 2020: The original website has been taken down. We have saved a PDF copy of this tutorial that you can download: How-to-make-iridescent-wings.
I love it when I look at something and think it is made with … Read More...
Over 25 stone and wire mesh projects
I have recently made a bunch of unusual projects with chicken wire and I was looking more that I could do outside as I have been working on the yard these days. Over at the blog My Desired Home there … Read More...
Unusual magazine rack ideas
This is a really cool way to organize and store your magazines. I want to make a version of this with recycled tin cans by cutting both the top and bottom off with a “Safety can opener” so … Read More...
25 Crafts Made With Lego Pieces
Awhile back I posted a list of fun Lego projects and another all about organizing Lego
s and you guys loved them so I thought I’d share another great list of 25 Lego Craft projects. This roundup comes to us … Read More...
How to fill bubble wrap to make art
Well, now you can turn that satisfying pop into a work of art! The filled bubble wrap art project is a fun and creative way to upcycle bubble wrap and other scraps lying around your house. All you need is … Read More...
Giveaway: 50 Ways to Go Green: A Simple Guide to Becoming Eco-Conscious
Enter to win 50 Ways to Go Green: A Simple Guide to Becoming Eco-Conscious. Leave a comment in today’s post by April 8, 2015 and you are in the running for this informative deck of cards. Open to U. … Read More...
How to make a wall clock with books
It’s no secret I love things made with books and this idea for using books with numbers in their titles as a wall clock is just amazing! If you like this idea and how big it is pop on over … Read More...
Recycled soda bottle apple shaped teacher gift boxes
If you have kids in school than I bet you need teacher gifts or if you, yourself take a class wouldn’t the teacher get a kick out of getting this cute apple shaped gift made from recycled soda bottles? You … Read More...
How to make coffee filter Easter baskets and carrots
There’s no better way to welcome spring than with blooming flowers, and these tiny flower-shaped Easter baskets are the perfect craft to embrace both the season and the holiday. Not only are they a fun and festive way to celebrate … Read More...
Big Idea! Make a giant Easter basket with a kiddie pool
Imagine the look on your child’s face when they wake up on Easter morning and discover a giant Easter basket made from a kiddie pool! It’s an Easter surprise that’s sure to be the talk of the day and … Read More...
How to make a cute cardboard basket
I bet this would make a darling Easter basket and I bet it would look just as cute if it was made with the outside of a cereal or other type of recycled cardboard box with pretty colored graphics. Pop … Read More...
How to make a garden hedgehog and a light up mushroom
Hedgehogs are so darn cute! Who wouldn’t want a garden filled with these cute little guys. For the complete tutorial on how to make a garden hedgehog planter out of a recycled plastic bottle pop on over to the blog … Read More...
Cats In Hats Blog tour and giveaway
30 Knit and Crochet Hat Patterns for Your Kitty
by Sara Thomas
Link to the Rafflecoptor Giveaway:
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This contest will run from 3/16 to 3/30 @ 12 AM EST. The publisher will give away:
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How to make a recycled plastic bottle footstool
Plastic waste is a growing concern in today’s world. The accumulation of non-biodegradable plastic waste in landfills and oceans has a negative impact on the environment. To help reduce this waste, recycling is an excellent option. By reusing plastic, we … Read More...
How to bleach pine cones
I had no idea you could bleach pine cones! But what a great way to turn a traditional fall element into a spring accent or focal piece. Pop on over to the blog Purple Hues and Me for the easy … Read More...
Happy first day of Spring- celebrate with recycled paper butterflies
Over at the blog L’Atelier de Drine there is a collection of very pretty photos of designs that include these recycled sheet music dimensional butterflies. I love the words stamped (or printed on them) as everything is better with … Read More...
How to make a 3 tiered basket storage centerpiece
I am a big fan of the 3 tiered tidbit trays traditionally made with plates. I have a small collection. I have seen them made with records and other items but never baskets. Let’s just say brilliant! And so easy … Read More...
How to make a recycled plastic water bottle shamrock for St. Patrick’s Day
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Need a last minute shamrock? Grab a plastic water bottle and some green paint and you’re good to go thanks to this cute tutorial featured at Crafty Morning. Pop on over to see more fun … Read More...
How to make a ruler table runner
Oh I am so making this! It will go with everything! Pop on over to the Country Living blog and read the full tutorial on how to make this ruler table runner. It is part of a post that … Read More...
33 Easter Printables and projects
If you can name this song than you are too cool for school! Old school rap and Easter, two things I thought couldn’t be combined but the clever crafter at MaKoodle did it. This link and 32 more Easter printables … Read More...