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A fond farewell from one of my favorite things onto full time art world making

April 22, 2025 by Stefanie Girard

I have had the pleasure of being the Recycled Editor at Craft Gossip for over 15 years. I can’t think of a better job than to immerse myself in a community of creatives that focus on sharing their eco-creations with … Read More ...

How to make recycled roller stamps

December 13, 2022 by Stefanie Girard

I am all about new ways to make patterns and stamping techniques. This idea for using lint rollers to make stamps is right up my artistic alley. Pop on over to the blog The Graphics Fairy for the step by … Read More ...

Transform a fence into a neighborhood gallery for National Arts Drive

June 1, 2020 by Stefanie Girard

I had a lot of art shows canceled and I was really missing the sense of community. I spotted the hashtag #putartinyouryard and got an idea. I put plastic pockets on my fence with a piece of cardstock in each … Read More ...

Soroptimist of Glendale Bras for A Cause 2019 creations

April 1, 2019 by Stefanie Girard

I had the pleasure of creating a bra for the Bras for A Cause 2019 fundraiser for the Soroptimist International of Glendale and attending the event. I had the pleasure of seeing all the amazing creations inspired by the theme … Read More ...

Strathmore papers offer green options-made with windpower

March 15, 2017 by Stefanie Girard

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 ...

52 Krylon projects- Vote for your favorite!

September 11, 2014 by Stefanie Girard

Don't Hate, Fabricate leather cuffFave Crafts is hosting a contest where 52 crafters have designed a wide variety of projects all using Krylon. Pop on over to the Fave Crafts site to see 52 projects including the one yours truly submitted, this upcycled leather … Read More ...

Make it Yours with Krylon Contest at Fave Crafts

August 29, 2014 by Stefanie Girard

MIYcontest

Over at Fave Crafts there is a fun contest.

Make It Yours®? with Krylon® this summer and it could be worth $500!

Whether you are working on a holiday creation, recycling an old dresser, or designing a new item … Read More ...

Call for Entries: Submit your kid’s art for a new Quarry book- 1000 Kids Art Ideas

April 16, 2014 by Stefanie Girard

1000kidsartCall for EntriesEXTDoes the little person in your life make masterpieces that make you smile? Why not share that art with the world in print (not just on your fridge)? Pop on over to http://www.quartous.com/entries.php for all the details on how to … Read More ...

How to make 3D mini quilled card

March 6, 2014 by Stefanie Girard

F6IVIKOHRI8SF7C.MEDIUM Yes we all know quilled paper is dimensional so why not put it in a tiny box to protect it and then why not use it as a Birthday card? Pop on over to Instructables to see how to make … Read More ...

How to “knit” with your rainbow loom and t-shirt yarn

January 26, 2014 by Stefanie Girard

13Not only did this clever crafter use a recycled supply, t-shirt yarn, she repurposed her rainbow loom to “knit”. Pop on over to the blog Green Issues By Agy to see how to weave or knit a swatch using a … Read More ...

How to make a no-sew recycled shirt doggy cape

October 16, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

dog cape with hole for harnessIf you are one of those people that like to dress up your doggie either for Halloween or just because pop on over to the blog Sew Doggy Style for a no-sew tutorial on how to make a recycled shirt … Read More ...

Lucky Star Art Camp

August 22, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

Lucky Star Poster copy 2 If you are looking for a fun crafty getaway check out

Lucky Star Art Camp

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How to make a recycled zipper bracelet

July 9, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

39 a Making things with recycled zippers is just about my favorite recycled craft material (see last week’s beer can pin cushion post) so when the clever blogger over at Craft and Fun posted a great tutorial on how to make a … Read More ...

How to make a 4th of July t-shirt

June 23, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

Screen-Shot-2013-06-02-at-9.07.19-PM OK, well this tutorial on how to make bleach designs on clothes could be used with anything but if you are looking to make a new outfit (out of maybe a t-shirt that has some spots already?) for the 4th … Read More ...

Duck Brand duct tape prom contest and bracelet how-to

March 11, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

horizontal Over at Craft Foxes there is a great video tutorial on how to make this cool Duct tape bracelet along with info on the Duct tape prom dress contest along with links to inspiration!… Read More ...

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