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Modern patterned recycled cardboard and TP tube sculptures

May 30, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

I have posted other recycled cardboard sculpture crafts but today’s really caught my eye for two reasons. The first is the fun way simple patterns created on the surfaces really made this look modern and fun. The second was using … Read More ...

Simple way to make a big impact with a collection of small pictures

May 24, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

I work both big and small. This display does both! It makes an overall large effect with small images. You simply use large fields of color in different shades. This could be achieved with paper, fabric or paint. Pop on … Read More ...

Negative film strips make great modern style earrings

May 19, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

I’ve seen some great projects that use the whole negative film strip but I’ve never seen a project that just uses the side edges. These are so delicate and look so cool! Pop on over to the blog The Refab … Read More ...

Old school supplies make great minimal wall art

May 17, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

I’m in the middle of a big clean out and This idea for hanging a variety of lengths of sharpened pencils by an old promotional wood ruler is such a fun way to use all those old pencils I seem … Read More ...

Book Review – Create Naturally: Go Outside and Rediscover Nature with 15 Makers

May 15, 2023 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

“Create Naturally: Go Outside and Rediscover Nature with 15 Makers” is an inspiring book that teaches you how to tap into your creative potential by reconnecting with nature. This book is for anyone who wants to unleash their … Read More ...

How to make your own mini illuminated constellation

May 11, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

Lighting based on nature is such a great combo. Better yet making it with a recycled jar just puts it in my to make world. Pop on over to the blog Ideas 2 Live 4 for the step by step … Read More ...

How to make recycled wood spool toys in pretty colors

May 9, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

Now I don’t think I need to make these toys but what I really like is how the wooden spools are different colors but the wood shows through as if they are stained. If you to like the idea of … Read More ...

How to make an adorable recycled apple jar

May 5, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

 

I love working with recycled jars. Sometimes you don’t really even need to do anything to them as they are pretty on their own. The shape or the label is cool. In this case a bit of paint and … Read More ...

Recycled plastic cups make great greenhouses for seed starting

April 28, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

This may sound strange but I have started taking home my plastic and paper cups when I am out at an event or meeting that provided beverages. Why you ask? Well I have started using them to mix concrete and … Read More ...

How to make pretty recycled fabric twisted twine

April 27, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

Isn’t this ball of recycled fiber just gorgeous! If you agree and have some old clothes of textiles you want to recycle into something pretty why not try making some rainbow twine. I bet you could use it for all … Read More ...

How to make adorable kittens in sweaters

April 25, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

Now kittens are cute, that’s a fact. But what makes them even cuter? Sweaters. And these little recycled cardboard kittens are beyond easy to make so I’m sure you will make tons! I know I am. It just might be … Read More ...

Book Review -Foraged and Recycled Art

April 24, 2023 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

I have been on a quest to live a more sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle and I was ecstatic when I stumbled upon “Foraged and Recycled Art: 35 projects made“. This book is a perfect fit for anyone who loves … Read More ...

How to make your own paintballs and learn a little science

April 19, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

This definitely falls in the category of “I had no idea!” Yes you can make your own splatter-able paint balls. Better yet if you want to teach to kiddos (and adults too) a bit of science this is just such … Read More ...

Lots of recycled art and craft projects to make with recycled elements

April 18, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

What I liked best about this collection of recycled projects was that they were both art in the form of sculptures and flat along with craft projects. Not only did they have a great range of styles they included lots … Read More ...

Vintage scarves get a whole new life with embroidery hoops

April 11, 2023 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

So often vintage textiles like scarves can have a bit of damage in one place but most of the cool print is still OK. This project is perfect for those cool retro scarves that you want to rescue and enjoy. … Read More ...

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