This is just so pretty and while at first I thought it was done with paint to make the variegation but what if it was red wine? Well, either way I love it! Pop on over to the blog DIY … Read More...
12 Green-tastic projects perfect for St. Patrick’s Day
Over at Craftside there is a tutorial on how to make a finger knit wreath using an embroidery hoop for a base along with
A recycled heart box shamrock and a post that include
Recycled baseball wreath by NTgoodthings on Etsy
What baseball fan wouldn’t love to decorate their front door with a wreath made of baseballs and their favorite team’s logo. Pop on over to the Etsy seller NTgoodthings to see all the different styles of baseball wreathes they have … Read More...
How to make a recycled wine crate footstool
Prime Publishing the people that produce the web site Fave Crafts host a contest for bloggers. I submitted this recycled wine crate footstool that has a new sew quilted top made with Foamology Twelve square Foam to the contest. … Read More...
How to make scratch art on recycled cds
When you were a kid did you love scratching doodles and making scratch art? I did. It was such a cool concept to be taking away material rather that drawing it on. Well I couldn’t believe how pretty, upscale and … Read More...
How to make a faux “Moroccan” mirror
This post was sent in by Nina and it features a tutorial on how to make a faux tin “Moroccan” style mirror. The blog needs to be translated and I’m not sure the translation of the name is right but … Read More...
How to make a “LOVE” book shelf
On this Valentine’s Day eve I spotted this project that I so want to make! You too? Pop on over to the blog DIY: Crafting it Myself for the full tutorial on how to build a shelf that spells out … Read More...
How to make a recycled element “LOVE” plaque
Need a last minute decoration you could make probably with the stuff on your work bench as you tidy up? Well, this cute “LOVE” plaque includes craft supplies that I bet you have around. Pop on over to the Tombow … Read More...
Wonderful recycled metal heart decorations
Over at the blog Kathi’s Garden Art Rust-n-Suff she has featured a whole bunch of amazing recycled metal heart art in this post and some newer pieces in this post that feature hearts and other themes. Pop on over … Read More...
How to make a ribbon chandelier
This has been on my “to-do” list for awhile. Most of the ribbon chandeliers I’ve seen are more random and messy but this one featured at Lovin’ our Chaos is so neat and tidy. It is also created using a … Read More...
9 ways to make pretty and easy backdrops
Taking more photos is on my to-do list in this upcoming year as I have just joined the Instagram world and I am totally in love with it! These 9 ideas for making pretty backdrops is just what I need. … Read More...
Elsa and Frozen Christmas craft
At Halloween virtually every little girl was dressed as Elsa and it occurred to me I bet Christmas would be a good time to craft up some Frozen and Elsa decorations. I found this collection at the blog Sunshine and … Read More...
7 fun and festive candle ideas
Over at The Budget Decorator there is a a fun and pretty collection of ideas for candles. I especially liked this idea of using a recycled wine glass as a votive holder and adding a decorative paper lampshade. They look … Read More...
How to make a melted crayon ornament
We have all seen melting crayon scraps into rainbow crayons and even the ironing them in between wax paper to make sun catchers but this idea for melting the crayon scraps in a glass ornament and swirling it around is … Read More...
21 Christmas crafts to make, give and decorate with
No matter what craft you like to do, I bet there is one at Craftside that will spark your holiday creative spirit and have you getting out the hot glue gun, the sewing machine, knitting needles, crochet hooks or paper … Read More...
How to make a paperclip angel
If you like to craft with office supplies (at work or at home 🙂 this little paperclip angle is just adorable! Pop on over to the blog Frugal Upstate for the easy tutorial on how to make a paperclip angle… Read More...
How to make a recycled sweater Santa ornament
Ho ho ho, time to craft up some cute Christmas ornaments like this darling little Santa made out of a recycled sweater. Pop on over to the blog Just Crafty Enough for a fun little tutorial on how to make … Read More...
How to make a vertical sign
I have to say I usually think of signage horizontal but this sign really works vertical and is perfect for smaller spaces. Best yet it doesn’t require any nails in the wall to display so it is perfect for swapping … Read More...
21 Upcycling and customizing projects with Krylon ebook
If you have stuff around your house that you like or need but want to change it up a bit pop on over to FaveCrafts and download this free eBook that include 21 ideas on how to upcycled and give … Read More...
How to make a pumpkin place setting
Mini pumpkins have many uses for Halloween and Thanksgiving. Using them as place settings is a great use. But what I really liked over at this post at The Scrap Shoppe where Michele shows a clever way to make the … Read More...