If you like to make jewelry and give it as gifts or sell it at craft shows and want a fun way to display it try these fun cards made with a circle card die cut with a Crafter’s Companion … Read More ...
Cardboard circle weaving tutorial
Weaving is really hot right now. I’ve seen a lot of cool wall hangings especially the ones on sticks. This circle weaving on recycled cardboard is really interesting. Perfect for all those scraps of yarn I can’t get rid of. … Read More ...
Giveaway- My First Card-Making Book: 35 easy-to-make cards for every occasion for children aged 7+
Giveaway- My First Card-Making Book: 35 easy-to-make cards for every occasion for children aged 7+
Leave a comment in today’s post by May 4th, 2017 and you are in the running for this fun and colorful card making book filled … Read More ...
How to make a miniature matchbox vanity
It’s no secrete I am in love with miniatures, mostly with the little succulent gardens that are created in recycled containers but this little matchbox vanity made out of matchboxes is so cute! I bet is a great way to … Read More ...
Winner- Folded Book Art: 35 beautiful projects to transform your books create cards, display scenes, decorations, gifts, and more
Congrats go out to [email protected] Donna R. of Bloomington, IN as she is the winner of Folded Book Art: 35 beautiful projects to transform your books?create cards, display scenes, decorations, gifts, and more.… Read More ...
You are my world card for Mother’s Day
Last Saturday was Earth Day and Mother’s Day is just around the corner. So I thought I’d make a Mother’s Day card with an image of the Earth and the words, “You are my world” Fun hu?
It was easy … Read More ...
Winner-Make Your Own Farm Animals and More: 35 projects for kids using everyday cardboard packaging
Congrats go out to Amie L. of Hunt Valley, MD of as she is the winner of Make Your Own Farm Animals and More: 35 projects for kids using everyday cardboard packaging.… Read More ...
Lady bug and bumble bee bird feeders
I’ve been looking around for a fun idea for a bird/squirrel feeder and these lady bug and bumble bee recycled coffee can ones are just darling. I really like when something traditionally small is made big. Fly on over to … Read More ...
How to make etched bullet casing jewelry
I had no idea it was so easy to etch an image onto recycled bullet casings. It does require some very careful safety precautions that are included in the links but not hard ones. Pop on over to the Rings … Read More ...
How to use your coloring pages to make jewelry
If you have colored pages or your kids do then you know how pretty they can come out. Now what? Well this idea to transform the art into jewelry could be just the project you are looking for. This includes … Read More ...
Testors Spray Chalk paint party and photo shoot fun
Are you looking for a fun creative party activity? Why not host a wing painting party with Testors Spray Chalk paint 
and then get dressed up in cute outfits for a fun photo shoot.
I gathered up some of my … Read More ...
How to make recycled lid ladybugs
I seem to see lots of ladybug projects out there. Are you loving them as much as I am? If so check out the adorable and simple recycled plastic lid ladybugs. They include another fan favorite wiggle eyes! Pop on … Read More ...
Recycled die cut leather leaves necklace
Die cutting recycled materials is one of my favorite ways to make elements to use in my crafting especially jewelry making and the Crafter’s Companion Gemini Die Cutting machine is a great motorized machine that will cut through leather using … Read More ...
How to make recycled vintage sewing pattern art
This project combines two cool things from the past- vintage sewing pattern packaging and vintage print fabric. The envelopes that vintage sewing patterns have great art on them and mounting them with vintage fabric really makes them stand out. Pop … Read More ...
Paint monograms for Mother’s Day
With Testors craft paint and spray paint in coordinating colors making Mom an upcycled monogrammed tray, vase and plate set using 3 different painting and stenciling techniques is a great project to serve her the classic breakfast in bed on … Read More ...