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5 Simple Recycled Craft Ideas

February 27, 2014 by Larissa Coleman 3 Comments

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Let’s be honest, if you are on this site you are a DIY-er!  You love to try and make things, and use your creative talents to produce something amazing!  Check out the links below to find some fun crafts to … Read More ...

Two ways to used recycled paper circles

December 19, 2013 by Stefanie Girard 1 Comment

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Here are two projects that look so different just by the different paper that was used to make them but based on simple circles of paper. Pop on over to the blog All things paper to see more about the … Read More ...

How to make wooden snowmen

January 10, 2013 by Stefanie Girard 1 Comment

I was going to try to make a “totally square” joke her but really this little family of snowmen made out of recycled bits of 4×4’s are just too cute! Thanks to Amy Jo for sharing them over at her … Read More ...

Sizzix Dies and Craftside books giveaways

July 28, 2012 by Stefanie Girard 2 Comments

Over at Craftside there is a chance to win a whole bunch of Sizzix dies and Craftside books and then follow the link to the Sizzix blog for a chance to win a second prize pack! While at both blogs … Read More ...

A whole bunch of recycled matchbox crafts

July 26, 2012 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

Over at the blog The Crafty Yankee there is a great post that features all sorts of things made out of recycled matchboxes like toys, mini alters, artwork, storage and gifts.

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Loofah doll friend

July 3, 2012 by Stefanie Girard 1 Comment

Rohan shared a fun idea for sculpting a doll from a loofah.  Pop on over to her blog Butterfly Handicraft to see more photos of her darling creation.

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Lulu Max: finished designs and parts for your own mixed-media creations

June 6, 2012 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

I had the pleasure of attending the Create Mixed Media Vendor night hosted by Interweave Press in Irvine last Friday and I wanted to share with you a great vendor I had the pleasure of shopping with named Lulu Max … Read More ...

Fun idea to upcycle a lampshade with scraps and embroidery

April 10, 2012 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

Got a plain lampshade and some scraps of fabric and embroidery? Why not upcycle it like Pascale of the blog Palette Et Ribambelle did. Check out more of her embellished lampshade to inspire you to make one of your own. … Read More ...

Too cute wire deer

January 19, 2012 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

Nina sent in a link to this post at Stone Wood Grass that features a charming little deer made from a scrap of wire. Just thought it was too cute not to share!

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Great recycling idea: decorative tape holder

January 3, 2012 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

I’m not going to tell you what this super great recycled tape holder is made from! You have to go to this link to Connie’s blog Crafty Goodies to see what she recycled. You’ll also see how she “re-functioned” … Read More ...

Sparkle-tastic poodle ornaments

December 21, 2011 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

When simple ball ornaments just aren’t calling to you add a few pom poms and you too can have some pink poodle ornaments. Check out the close-up of this pink pooch at Joanne’s blog.

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Holiday decorations made with what you have around

December 19, 2011 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

That is just what Tiki did! She gathered up some craft supplies that she had in her stash and a few rather unlikely ones-bird cages! See more holiday decorations she posted at her blog Ribbons, Lace , and Inspiration.

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The repurposing of an old spoon rack and a chair into a display rack

May 13, 2011 by Stefanie Girard 1 Comment

Amy of the blog A Nest for All Seasons sent in a link to her post about how she repurposed an “old ugly spoon rack” into a great revamped display and organizing element. And how she turned a chair into … Read More ...

A great idea for turning wrappers into jewelry

April 7, 2011 by Stefanie Girard 2 Comments

Check out this video and earrings available from a company Trashy Earrings. They import these handmade creations that help support women in Honduras.

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Fun video about a recycled art workshop that is fun and inspiring

April 6, 2011 by Stefanie Girard Leave a Comment

Over at Alma’s blog Create Out Loud she posted a fun video to promote her aptly named “Child’s Play Workshop“. While there you can check out her fun tutorials for making beaded beads with a cotton ball base… Read More ...

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