Creative upcycle and downcycle ideas
I’m a big fan of antlers and of course recycling one thing for another so these deer antler like decorations made from recycled hangers are awesome. And there are many more classy and innovative projects made with recycled wood hangers… Read More ...
Got toilet paper? Lots of it now? I ended up buying what I call “gas station toilet paper” that super thin rough stuff. Here is a fun craft and game that you can use it with and then it I … Read More ...
Candy corns are some of the best themes for Halloween decorations. I have used them for several years. This year when I am focusing on big out door decorations as only I will pretty much see my inside ones these … Read More ...
Can you tell that I love shells? I’ve been posting a some really great things you can do to and with shells. Today’s fun recycled project is so simple. All you need to do is glue two halves of shells … Read More ...
This pin the spider on the spiderweb is a great twist on the classic game pin the tail on the donkey. This spiderweb would make a great decoration all on it’s own and could be made on all sorts of … Read More ...
I have some mirror paint just waiting for a project like these mirrored embellished shells. This project of silvered shells and a whole bunch of fun and creative projects made from all sorts of new and recycled materials are featured … Read More ...
Lots of these recycled shell painting projects are very methodical and are like coloring in spaces like a coloring book only on a dimensional surface. This could be very zen and relaxing. Pop on over to the blog Color Made … Read More ...
Embroidery hoops make a great base to make all sorts of projects with. Best yet a lot of the projects can be temporary and then onto the next idea. Pop on over to the blog Lil Blue Boo for the … Read More ...
Are you in full Halloween decorating mode? I just started with my Halloween pillows. My neighborhood is looking very spooky! Need a fun and easy project to get you started or add to your already in progress? Why not try … Read More ...
If you read this blog you know I love BIG and easy projects so when I spotted this big spider web that uses a hula hoop
as a frame I knew I had to share it. Along time ago I … Read More ...
First up I wanted to share this pretty photo. You may not want to make this project but it certainly is a pretty and inspiring photo. But if you have stash of vintage slides and want to repurpose them into … Read More ...
These are so pretty and festive. They look both modern and vintage. I bet they would look cool in all sorts of color combinations. Battery powered twinkle lights would also be a fun addition. I am going to save up … Read More ...
These look like beautiful beach glass with letters and words bu tit isn’t! It is easy to make pendants with resin and tissue. Pop on over to the blog Snapping Monsters for the step by step tutorial on how to … Read More ...
This is a great tutorial and I bet would be fun to make with junk mail sale flyers with all the different colors. I also think anything that might draw attention to reading and books is a good thing. Pop … Read More ...
So I wanted to share my latest recycled project. I launched an Art Candy Machine! I recycled a snack vending machine. I embellished it with a gold frame and some signage to explain it. Right now it’s in my … Read More ...