This is the type of recycled craft anyone can make as all you need to do is collect up a bunch of glass lampshades and a star. Pop on over to the blog Salvage Sister and Mister for her tips … Read More...
Glass block black cat Halloween decoration
If you read this blog regularly it will come as no surprise that I love making projects that light up and Craft Blocks that are plastic “glass” blocks are a great base to make Halloween decorations that light up. This … Read More...
The cutest Pom pom gnomes perfect for Christmas
Gnomes just might be this year’s Christmas theme and these pom pom cuties are so going on the “to make” list.
The hats can be decorated with all sorts of things. Pop on over to the blog Tatertots and Jello … Read More...
How to make a witch’s boot Halloween decoration
If you read this blog every day I bet you might think I am going a little nuts. It seems every day I am going back and forth from a Halloween to Christmas craft. Today is Halloween! This adorable witch … Read More...
Vintage salt and pepper shaker people
I love every tiny detail of these adorable winter people made from recycled salt and pepper shakers.
The recycled rhinestone pins used as hats to the sparkly bling that the glass shakers are filled with all so pretty! I can’t … Read More...
Super easy way to make a prop Halloween cage
These big faux cages are made with something you can grab at the dollar store and have all your neighbors asking how did you make that awesome Halloween decoration? Pop on over to the blog The Navage Patch for the … Read More...
Upcycling Project: DIY Lace Candle Holders
These delicate DIY lace candle holders are a great repurposing project. You’ll recycle old jar lids and use up any lace scraps you have at home. They are a very versatile frugal decor element for your home, a garden party, … Read More...
How to make triangle shelves
There are so many things I love about this photo and project. I love the little round balls gathered at the bottom of the trinangle, the hearts on a string and the fact that you can put little goodies on … Read More...
Perfect project for summer heat or frigid winter
It has been in the triple digits in my hood and I want to be creative but moving around a lot is not fun. This amazing embroidered button project looks perfect for both the heat now and future frigid days … Read More...
Retro DIY stick shelves wall decor
These retro geometric wall shelves really bring me back to the summer craft days. They look modern now with a nice finish on them. Pop on over to the blog Easy Peasy Creative for the step by step tutorial on … Read More...
Recycled plastic egg bee decoration with honey comb display
These adorable bees are made with recycled Kinder eggs but I bet they would also work great with plastic yellow Easter eggs. Buzz on over to the blog Easy Peasy Creative for the step by step tutorial on how to … Read More...
How to make a colored Wine Bottle Vase
Have an empty wine bottle? Love a good Boho decor? If you’re looking to repurpose your wine bottles, then this is the right project for you. If you have clear wine bottles, then learn the trick on how to make … Read More...
Embellish an Ikea lamp with letters and more!
If you are a fan of the 50’s starburst look then I bet you will love this Ikea lamp and how easy it is to transform it with virtually anything. In this case the peeps over at Ikea Hackers used … Read More...
How to make a recycled folding ruler photo display
I have a bunch of folding rulers and I have made a star decoration out of it. This idea for using it to display photo simply by hanging it in a zig zag formation is awesome! Pop on over to … Read More...
Embroidery with beads and sequins displayed on an antler
Embroidery is such a great craft in that it is so portable. It is also fun to bling it up with sequins and beads. Once you have created a little piece of thread art why not display it by hanging … Read More...
Pattern and tutorial on how to make a paper cactus
I don’t know why but making a cactus out of paper or crocheting them just is funny. They look so cute. These paper cacti are so easy and I bet would look fun out of recycled cardboard boxes maybe? Pop … Read More...
How to make a wrapped heart Valentine decoration
Wrapping things can be one of the easiest ways to create something. I have used old scarves and strips of fabric to make hearts like this but yarn is a great choice here. Also to make the heart with simple … Read More...
Great collection of recycled sewing pattern projects
Oh isn’t this pretty?! I just want to go grab a whole bunch of paper and recycled sewing patterns to try making one of these layered hearts. This Valentine heart project and lots more can be found at the blog … Read More...
How to make a hexagon tile heart for Valentine’s Day
Hexagons are a really trendy shape to work with these days. One place this shape shows up is in vintage style tiles. They are readily available still. With just a bit of paint these little hexi tiles can be transformed … Read More...
Recycled scissor bird art
I don’t think it’s any secret that I am in love with all things scissors so I thought I’d share this beautiful sculpture that uses scissors in an innovative way-as the beak of the bird. To see more innovative recycled … Read More...