I love using things from my childhood in new ways to get them out of storage boxes and into my current decor. You too? This idea for using old Golden books that feature such pretty art as Christmas decor is … Read More ...
How to use yarn to wrap little gifts
If you do any crafts with yarn you probably have a stash of leftovers. What a great way to use them up this holiday season. Also it could be a fun way to give yarn to a creative person you … Read More ...
Recycled shells make great pedestal bowls
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 ...
Great idea for recycled box art dsplay
I happen to have a chain link fence that I have been displaying art on but if you don’t happen to have a fence and are looking for a way to display some art maybe outside for your neighbors to … Read More ...
45 fun 4th of July crafts and decorations
As I was putting away the Easter decorations I was thinking about the next holiday coming up and how was I going to decorate for it. Well, next up is 4th of July. There is plenty of time to gather … Read More ...
Fun ways to use recycled puzzle pieces
If you have lost a few pieces of a puzzle why not use those colorful little pieces to make all sorts of art and craft items like cards and home decor. Pop on over to the blog Crea Chiffon to … Read More ...
Upcycle a ball paper lantern into a Toy Story party decoration
I think the Little Green Men or LGM from Toy Story are my favorite characters. Something about then is so darn cute. So when I spotted this idea for upcycling a green ball paper lantern into one of Little Green … Read More ...
Bras For The Cause – My Statue of Liberty / We the People creation
Creating for causes can be a great way to help organizations like Soroptimist and Bras for a Cause.
I had the opportunity to Create a bra for Bras for a Cause bra for my local Soroptimist of Glendale group fundraiser. … Read More ...
Valentine Rocks!
If you like painting recycled rocks and maybe want to kick it up a notch for Valentines Day these glitter, gold, yarn, washi tape and more embellished rocks are beyond festive. Pop on over to the Honestly blog to see … Read More ...
A bunch of fun recycled thread projects
I happen to be someone who simply looks at thread and enjoys it on display. This jar is pretty all by itself. But if you would like more ideas on what to do with your scrap thread stash pop on … Read More ...
Vintage style book and wire pumpkin decoration
This mixed media pumpkin is beautiful! I bet all sorts of things would work in the center of the wire pumpkin. Pop on over to the blog Baby Center to read about how to make a wire and book pumpkin… Read More ...
Strathmore papers offer green options-made with windpower
From time to time along with recycled craft projects I want to share with you info about companies that are making a difference for the betterment of the planet. Today I want to share with you a bit about Strathmore … Read More ...
15 clever beware of dog signs
Lots of us like to make our own inspirational signs. Why not make some functional ones as well? Check out this great collection of funny and clever beware of dog signs at Bark Post Stories most of which are made … Read More ...
25 Elf on a shelf ideas
Do you do Elf on Shelf in your house? I have a pair of vintage Elves that I like to decorate with and this idea for hanging them from a candy cane is so cute. I also think the candy … Read More ...
Great collection of tomato cage Christmas decorations
If you like to make Christmas trees along with the decorations that go on them pop on over to the blog The Keeper of Cherrios for a great collection of tomato cage Christmas tree ideas. Not only are there … Read More ...