Oct
6
This looks so cool! Check out this website called font capture that allows you for free to make your own font! I am going to have my mom do this. She has excellent penmanship and I could see using it in…
Aug
10
Here are the deets:
Send a link to your favorite recycled craft blog, website, or Etsy shop and you are entered to win a free Craftside Book and Wrights SideWinder. It can be your own or someone else’s. If you want more…
Jun
26
Over at The Artful Chatterbox there is a cool video showing how to turn the cardboard tube that ribbon yarn comes on into a fun bangle using the ribbon yarn scraps that came on the tube!
Dec
3
Today we’ve got an extra special guest tutorial, thanks to reader Amy Quarry.
Collect lots of big paint chips in your preferred colours. I used Debbie Travis chips from Canadian Tire, but I think they have the big ones in Home…
Nov
13
Holy cow people. If you aren’t already reading this blog, then you can join in on my “how did I miss this space?” club! Amy is a mama and a crafter, and her blog explores her life in pictures – phenomenal…
Nov
2
Have you heard of Lou’s Upcycles, over at Etsy? If not, you should definitely head there immediately! Everything in the shop is made from plastic trash that has been cleaned and then either fusted together and collaged or used as…
Oct
2
With so many Etsy shops out there selling top notch goods, it can be overwhelming trying to find items that use recycled and upcycled materials. I thought today I’d feature a few for those of you who are still newish to…
Sep
22
Hey there all! Sorry I’ve been offline forever and a day … I got engaged last Wednesday and sort of fell into an engagement hole of sorts. But I’m back online now, and have some great reader-inspired links to share!
I…
Sep
18
This amazing shop features handmade items from some of the most creative crafters on the planet, all working with recycled, reclaimed and repurposed items. From their website:
Eco Emporia was established by husband and wife team Anna and Peter Burns. After…
Aug
29

While I really want to make all sorts of comments about the drinking habits of college kids when I see these prints, I’m actually super blown away at the creativity behind it. Crushed Art has a wide selection of high-end photography,…
Aug
26

I love all the amazing recycle-themed crafts on Etsy, and Dinner Time Chimes is one of my new favorites. Their gorgeous wind chimes are made from silverware found in estate sales, flea markets and thrift stores. Each chime is unique, gorgeous,…
Jun
14
One glance at the works of art — and accompanying prices — at harriete-estel-berman.info and you’ll see that the creative pieces lean toward art rather than craft. But many of Harriete’s techniques and outcomes are found in the recycled crafts world.…
Jun
9
Fidgety Fingers is a collection of finger-made items made from salvaged stuff, such as this wonderful plushie named The Sulky Monster (later named Bolino). He’s made from old tops and socks and is even stuffed with shreds of old clothing. Check…
Apr
21
In honor of Earth Day, I think it’s appropriate to highlight an artist who creates organic works that literally stem from the Earth. Shown is the work of Paul Schick, who pieces together twigs and pods to form both functional…
Mar
6
The Junkafied team creates funky and colorful sculptures from found objects they pick up at yard sales and curb side. They just launched a website, which features their work, and are looking for feedback from other recycled crafters/artists. So, give…














