Recycled Crafts » recycled art http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com Creative upcycle and downcycle ideas Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:48:17 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 How to make a recycled window Christmas quote decoration http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-recycled-window-christmas-quote-decoration/2011/12/15/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-recycled-window-christmas-quote-decoration/2011/12/15/#comments Thu, 15 Dec 2011 21:24:05 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=5275 I am a quote junkie, yes I am. So when a crafter comes up with a darling way (and recycled) I am just thrilled to share it. Well, of Terri of the blog A Creative Princess shared her recycled window …

]]> I am a quote junkie, yes I am. So when a crafter comes up with a darling way (and recycled) I am just thrilled to share it. Well, of Terri of the blog A Creative Princess shared her recycled window Christmas quote decoration along with the tutorial.

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-recycled-window-christmas-quote-decoration/2011/12/15/feed/ 0 How to make recycled paint chip modern art http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-recycled-paint-chip-modern-art/2011/11/04/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-recycled-paint-chip-modern-art/2011/11/04/#comments Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:23:39 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4916 The beauty of paint chip samples is the myriad of colors they come in which makes it a great medium to make ombre art. See how Heather of the blog The Lovely Cupboard made a great piece of ombre modern …

]]> The beauty of paint chip samples is the myriad of colors they come in which makes it a great medium to make ombre art. See how Heather of the blog The Lovely Cupboard made a great piece of ombre modern art out of paint chips.

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-recycled-paint-chip-modern-art/2011/11/04/feed/ 0 How to make recycled baby scribble paper gift bows http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-recycled-baby-scribble-paper-gift-bows/2011/11/02/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-recycled-baby-scribble-paper-gift-bows/2011/11/02/#comments Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:23:48 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4896 One of the things kids do in abundance is scribble so why not use some of their “work” in a new and fun way! Rachel of the blog Lines Across My Face shared her super easy and fun tutorial on…

]]> One of the things kids do in abundance is scribble so why not use some of their “work” in a new and fun way! Rachel of the blog Lines Across My Face shared her super easy and fun tutorial on how to make paper gift bows with her kid’s scribbles along with newspaper.

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-recycled-baby-scribble-paper-gift-bows/2011/11/02/feed/ 1 Review: The Cloth Paper Scissors Book by Barbara Delaney http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/review-the-cloth-paper-scissors-book-by-barbara-delaney/2011/09/17/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/review-the-cloth-paper-scissors-book-by-barbara-delaney/2011/09/17/#comments Sat, 17 Sep 2011 18:05:00 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4825

This book is 100% recycled art goodness! I’m pretty sure just about every wonderful project and tutorial includes at least one bit of something that originally did something else. So if you like making things out of other things (and …

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This book is 100% recycled art goodness! I’m pretty sure just about every wonderful project and tutorial includes at least one bit of something that originally did something else. So if you like making things out of other things (and would you be here if you didn’t?) then you will love this eye candy packed book that will become your “go to” book for inspiration or to try a new technique you haven’t yet experimented with. This being a compilation of the best of the best you will find lots of styles that will surely broaden your creative pallet. It did for me. I tried using watercolor with recycled book pages to make a Halloween pumpkin card.

More about the book from Interweave Press:

The Cloth Paper Scissors Book

by
Barbara Delaney

Find out where paint, paper, fabric, metal, and wax all come to play

Uncover the very best articles and projects from the first six years of Cloth Paper Scissors magazine. Barbara Delaney, assistant editor for Cloth Paper Scissors magazine, has assembled a gold mine of the top articles, hands-on art pieces, and mixed-media ideas for the first time ever. Explore the exciting worlds of collage, journaling, encaustic, printing, assemblage, metal work, and more. Discover how to make interesting fabric surface designs, keep a uniquely-you sketchbook, and transform a basic photograph into something unexpected. The only rule in this must-have mixed-media resource is that there are no rules.

In addition to projects and techniques, the artists of The Cloth Paper Scissors Book elaborate on their favorite tools and mediums. Choosing and using just the right paint, fabric, paintbrush, glue, paper, wax, found object, and more is made easy for you with this light-hearted guide. The projects inside are suitable for many skill levels, with opportunities for every mixed-media enthusiast to have fun while enhancing their skills and adding a personal touch to their art. If you are new to mixed-media, you will love the accessible and easy-to-learn projects. And if you are already familiar with mixed-media and Cloth Paper Scissors magazine, you will love the convenience of owning so many great articles and art project ideas in one superb collection.

With The Cloth Paper Scissors Book, you’ll enjoy the advice and company of the best mixed-media artists in the convenience of your own home.

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/review-the-cloth-paper-scissors-book-by-barbara-delaney/2011/09/17/feed/ 0 How to make recycled advertising magnets into really pretty fridge art http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-recycled-advertising-magnets-into-really-pretty-fridge-art/2011/09/07/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-recycled-advertising-magnets-into-really-pretty-fridge-art/2011/09/07/#comments Wed, 07 Sep 2011 15:27:58 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4744 Annette of the blog Craft Stew whipped up some cute fridge art using those advertising magnets that seem to accumulate. See more of her mini masterpieces and her easy tutorial on how to make recycled magnet fridge art.

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]]> Annette of the blog Craft Stew whipped up some cute fridge art using those advertising magnets that seem to accumulate. See more of her mini masterpieces and her easy tutorial on how to make recycled magnet fridge art.

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-recycled-advertising-magnets-into-really-pretty-fridge-art/2011/09/07/feed/ 0 How to make kawaii animal paper bookmarks http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-kawaii-animal-paper-bookmarks/2011/08/25/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-kawaii-animal-paper-bookmarks/2011/08/25/#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:04:26 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4689 Roudi sent in a link to a super easy tutorial posted at the blog C is for Craft on how to make kawaii animal  bookmarks. All you need is some scrap cardstock, a bit of packing tape and your …

]]> Roudi sent in a link to a super easy tutorial posted at the blog C is for Craft on how to make kawaii animal  bookmarks. All you need is some scrap cardstock, a bit of packing tape and your creativity! Bonus if you don’t know what kawaii means (I didn’t) it is generally translated to “cute”. I totally agree!

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-kawaii-animal-paper-bookmarks/2011/08/25/feed/ 2 How to make an APC (altered playing card) http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-an-apc-altered-playing-card/2011/08/21/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-an-apc-altered-playing-card/2011/08/21/#comments Mon, 22 Aug 2011 03:00:23 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4693 I love ATCs and making ATCs so when Sara sent in this link to the blog The Split Stitch where there is a great tutorial on how to make an APC (altered playing card) I was super excited. This is …

]]> I love ATCs and making ATCs so when Sara sent in this link to the blog The Split Stitch where there is a great tutorial on how to make an APC (altered playing card) I was super excited. This is a new term to me, I love great recycled craft links and ones that I also get to learn new terms! Bonus: Sara uses a bit of recycled bubble wrap too in her creative process!

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-an-apc-altered-playing-card/2011/08/21/feed/ 3 How to make a recycled marker wheel http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-recycled-marker-wheel/2011/08/15/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-recycled-marker-wheel/2011/08/15/#comments Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:54:21 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4633 This project posted by Rashmie of the blog Mommy Labs is in celebration India’s Independence Day, August 15th. The wheel symbol on India’s flag called “Dharma Chakra” is the inspiration for making this wheel from homemade clay and recycled markers. …

]]> This project posted by Rashmie of the blog Mommy Labs is in celebration India’s Independence Day, August 15th. The wheel symbol on India’s flag called “Dharma Chakra” is the inspiration for making this wheel from homemade clay and recycled markers. See how she and her daughter made this wheel and more of its meaning.

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-recycled-marker-wheel/2011/08/15/feed/ 0 Repurposed letterpress drawer http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/repurposed-letterpress-drawer/2011/08/08/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/repurposed-letterpress-drawer/2011/08/08/#comments Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:53:34 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4597 Over at the blog with the great name “We can do it girls” there is an equally fun idea for upcycling an old letterpress drawer into a mixed-media wall display.

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]]> Over at the blog with the great name “We can do it girls” there is an equally fun idea for upcycling an old letterpress drawer into a mixed-media wall display.

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/repurposed-letterpress-drawer/2011/08/08/feed/ 1 How to make a recycled board sign with easy crackle finish http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-recycled-board-sign-with-easy-crackle-finish/2011/07/17/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-recycled-board-sign-with-easy-crackle-finish/2011/07/17/#comments Sun, 17 Jul 2011 19:39:13 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4469 Over at the blog Chic n’ Joy there is a tutorial on how to make a crackle finish sign. What’s great about this tutorial is there is nothing really particular you need for it, pretty much everything can be …

]]> Over at the blog Chic n’ Joy there is a tutorial on how to make a crackle finish sign. What’s great about this tutorial is there is nothing really particular you need for it, pretty much everything can be found around your house!

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-recycled-board-sign-with-easy-crackle-finish/2011/07/17/feed/ 0 How to make a recycled paint chip family tree….with a swing! http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-recycled-paint-chip-family-tree-with-a-swing/2011/07/14/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-recycled-paint-chip-family-tree-with-a-swing/2011/07/14/#comments Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:52:05 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4488 Now I know this recycled family tree is mostly made up of paint chips but the best part is the swing! I mean really, shouldn’t every family tree have a swing??? Pop on over to Laura’s blog Smallgood Hearth for …

]]> Now I know this recycled family tree is mostly made up of paint chips but the best part is the swing! I mean really, shouldn’t every family tree have a swing??? Pop on over to Laura’s blog Smallgood Hearth for the tutorial on how to make a recycled paint chip family tree and swing!

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-a-recycled-paint-chip-family-tree-with-a-swing/2011/07/14/feed/ 1 Combine art and old book pages to make fun collages http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/combine-art-and-old-book-pages-to-make-fun-collages/2011/07/13/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/combine-art-and-old-book-pages-to-make-fun-collages/2011/07/13/#comments Wed, 13 Jul 2011 17:02:18 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4528 Over at the blog EkoDeko there is a wonderful idea for combining art and pages from books into cute cards. While this blog is in another language the tutorial photos are fabulous and easy to see how the clever crafter …

]]> Over at the blog EkoDeko there is a wonderful idea for combining art and pages from books into cute cards. While this blog is in another language the tutorial photos are fabulous and easy to see how the clever crafter made her recycled art and lots of other recycled projects. Oh and you can use Google translate if you want to!

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/combine-art-and-old-book-pages-to-make-fun-collages/2011/07/13/feed/ 0 How to recycle a packing envelope into a super pretty one and make a gift card envelope http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-recycle-a-packing-envelope-into-a-super-pretty-one-and-make-a-gift-card-envelope/2011/07/10/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-recycle-a-packing-envelope-into-a-super-pretty-one-and-make-a-gift-card-envelope/2011/07/10/#comments Sun, 10 Jul 2011 15:40:14 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4448 Over at the blog My Life Under The Bus Patty shared an easy tutorial on how to recycled a packing envelope into a pretty one with book pages a stamping. I bet we would all love to get something in …

]]> Over at the blog My Life Under The Bus Patty shared an easy tutorial on how to recycled a packing envelope into a pretty one with book pages a stamping. I bet we would all love to get something in the mail that was this pretty. There is also a tutorial on how to fold and envelope out of a book page perfect for a gift card!

Spread the pretty!

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-recycle-a-packing-envelope-into-a-super-pretty-one-and-make-a-gift-card-envelope/2011/07/10/feed/ 2 How to make baby footprint art for Father’s Day http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-baby-footprint-art-for-fathers-day/2011/06/15/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-baby-footprint-art-for-fathers-day/2011/06/15/#comments Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:13:15 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4433 What a lovely and personal idea that any father would love to get on the day we set aside to honor our Dads! See the easy tutorial Kristine posted at her blog Liberated Mind on how to make baby footprint …

]]> What a lovely and personal idea that any father would love to get on the day we set aside to honor our Dads! See the easy tutorial Kristine posted at her blog Liberated Mind on how to make baby footprint art for a Father’s Day gift.

]]> http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-baby-footprint-art-for-fathers-day/2011/06/15/feed/ 1 How to make recyled newspaper art http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-recyled-newspaper-art/2011/05/17/ http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/how-to-make-recyled-newspaper-art/2011/05/17/#comments Tue, 17 May 2011 16:56:26 +0000 stefaniegirard http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/?p=4246 Dom of the blog Crafted sent in a link to her fun tutorial on how to make art with recycled newspaper. I bet you could take the technique she shared and make some of your own art!

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]]> Dom of the blog Crafted sent in a link to her fun tutorial on how to make art with recycled newspaper. I bet you could take the technique she shared and make some of your own art!

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