I am a huge fan of the mohawk hairstyle. And for that matter spikes. So this adorable skull with spike mohawk is perfect. It is featured as a Christmas decoration here but I bet it would be cute as a … Read More ...
How to make buttons with thread
I have seen these thread based buttons but didn’t know what their name was. Well they are called Dorset buttons. There is a great step by step tutorial on how to make Dorset buttons over at the blog Create Whimsy. … Read More ...
How to make and create with washi tape
I had no idea there were so many ways to make and use washi tape. Over at the blog Mel Stampz there is an amazing collection of more than 100 ways to make and use washi tape. One of … Read More ...
Love at First Bite – treat wall perfect for Halloween and more!
This is such a fun idea! I love salty snacks so this is a dream wall for me. Halloween is traditionally a time when you hand out sweets but wouldn’t it be fun to mix things up with this? If … Read More ...
Great project with recycled plastic toys and 2 great crafting tips!
There are so many things I like about this project and the writing over at the post on the blog Lovely Indeed. Not only that there are some great general crafting tips and techniques. Pop on over to the blog … Read More ...
The best recycled handmade pin cushion ideas
I was poking around (yah pun intended) for fun little crafts to make for holiday boutiques and this collection of pin cushions that use recycled elements is A-mazing!! Such variety and cuteness overload. Pop on over to the blog All … Read More ...
How to make eco-friendly “water balloons” that are reusable
I bet these are a blast to play with and so refreshing in the summer heat. Who wouldn’t want to be hit with these. I might even jump in front of one. I bet sewing these would make a great … Read More ...
Perfect recycled tea cup for a Barbie party
Looking for some fun Barbie fun this summer inspired by the movie? Well, why not whip up this darling recycled print tea cup and have a tea party. Or this could be a cute way to give a gift of … Read More ...
A bit of pink yarn and recycled plastic transform into a Barbie -tastic necklace craft
This pink and orange necklace sure makes a statement and is so easy to make! I bet it would look great in all sorts of color combinations but this one is Barbie -tastic! Pop on over to the blog Pink … Read More ...
How to make a marble pattern in recycled plastic for jewelry making and more!
I love the fact that I keep learning new ways to work with recycled materials. It seems endless! So today I learned that you can marblize recycled #2 plastic. Pop on over to Instructables to read the verry detailed step … Read More ...
How to make an abstract fiber piece of woven art easy
This cool piece of abstract weaving art is made with a large scale mesh but I bet plastic canvas would be great. I have tons of bits and pieces of fiber, beads, fabric, etc that would look so cool as … Read More ...
Adding machine rolls of paper get a new life
Not many of us use an adding machine with the calculators on our phones. I was gifted a bunch of rolls of paper for them and this is the perfect project to make with them. Pop on over to the … Read More ...
How to make a mini silk screen set up to make little art
Who knew it could be as simple as a recycled piece of cardboard and a scrap of sheer curtain fabric to make a mini silk screening setup.
Well, it is. Pop on over to the blog Cloth Paper Scissors for … Read More ...
Your pasta machine is good for more than pasta or polymer clay
Don’t you just adore discovering new ways to utilize tools and materials you already have? It’s like a burst of creativity that justifies holding onto those items that may not see daily use. If you’re anything like me, you’ll find … Read More ...
Easy way to hang a picture that’s easy to swap out
I like to swap out the things I look at a lot….and I mean a lot! So finding ways to simply pop in a picture or a page from a magazine or my latest collage is always on my mind. … Read More ...