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How to make an action figure lamp

July 28, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

FHAQANWI8G5S8GP.MEDIUM When I first saw this lamp I thought it was a piece of coral or something organic then at closer inspection I saw that it was a cluster of toy action figures. Too funny! Pop on over to Instructables to … Read More ...

How to weave straw with a comb

July 27, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

how to weave straw with comb I have seen some tutorials on using a fork to make pompoms but the snowflake or flower like ornaments that are featured on this blog are so cool! Using a comb is a brilliant idea to make different “petals”. Here … Read More ...

22 recycled pill bottle ideas

July 24, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

faux bamboo vaseOver at 104 Homestead there is a great list of projects both practical and crafty for turning old pill bottles into organizational items and fun things like these faux bamboo vases. So if you happen to have a stash of … Read More ...

How to make Lego cinder block planters

July 22, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

cinder block lego planter This kind of falls under the category of art imitating life imitating art or “adult Legos”. If we played with Legos as a kid and then we still want to and we want them big and functional, then making concrete … Read More ...

Giveaway- Paper Jewelry: 55 Projects for Reusing Paper

July 21, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

Paper jewelry

Enter to win the beautiful new book Paper Jewelry: 55 Projects for Reusing Paper

by Barbara Baumann by leaving a comment in today’s post by July 30th, 2015.

Open to U. S. residents only please.

Looking for jewelry-making supplies? Check … Read More ...

How to make a recycled plastic cactus table

July 21, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

Turning-a-thrift-store-plastic-cactus-into-a-chic-side-table-after-2-Plaster-DisasterWhat a transformation! Naomi sent in her post about how her and her fellow blogger were challenged to make something out of a plastic cactus. I think they did a great job transforming the cactus into a cool stylish end … Read More ...

How to make a no sew Minnie Mouse costume

July 20, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

mini mouse costume The cleaver materials and ways Cindy came up with to make this no sew costume came up could be translated to just about any outfit you may need. Pop on over to her blog Upcycle Design Lab for the step … Read More ...

How to make giant candy decorations

July 17, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

tree-candyYes, my crafty thoughts are turning toward the holidays. You too? Well this tutorial on how to make giant candy decorations out of a pool noodle is brilliant! So have fun with your pool noodle this summer and then turn … Read More ...

How to make glass eyes

July 17, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

glasseye4 I know it’s only mid summer but the Halloween decorations are in the stores so that must mean it’s OK to post Halloween craft projects. Over at Make there is an easy tutorial on how to make glass eyes perfect … Read More ...

Giveaway- Make Garbage Great: The Terracycle Family Guide to a Zero-Waste Lifestyle

July 16, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

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Make Garbage Great: The Terracycle Family Guide to a Zero-Waste Lifestyle

by

Tom Szaky and Albe Zakes

Leave a comment in today’s post by July 24th, 2015 and you are in the running for … Read More ...

Altered book tip I love and more ideas

July 15, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

scrapsoflifeopen I have a few altered books going currently. I pick them up occasionally and add to them. One of them I tore out a bunch of the signatures to make room for all the stuff I was adding. The tip … Read More ...

How to make a recycled candy box ring display

July 14, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

ring display I made a recycled cigar box ring display using recycled wool felted sweaters but I LOVE this version where Jolene at the blog Crafty Super Mom used a rainbow of colors and a candy box to make her ring display. … Read More ...

How to make a photo display from a castor style wheel

July 13, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

castor photo paper weight This definitely falls under the category of, “I would never think of that!” But I sure am that Jane the designer over at Mamie Janes did. Pop on over to her blog to see the full tutorial on how to … Read More ...

How to make pink flamingo pull toys

July 10, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

DIY-cute-flamingo-pull-toys-for-the-little-onesIn honor of the recent passing of the inventor of the lawn pink flamingo I thought I’d share this cute tutorial featured at the blog This Little Street on how to make a pink flamingo pull toy. I love … Read More ...

Giveaway- More Creative Lettering: Techniques and Tips From Top Artists

July 9, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

More creative Lettering

Giveaway:

More Creative Lettering: Techniques and Tips From Top Artists

by

Jenny Doh

Leave a comment in today’s post by July 17th, 2015 and you are in the running for this fabulous new lettering book! Open to U. S. residents … Read More ...

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