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
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
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!
Fave 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
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
Does 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
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
Not 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
If 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
How to make a recycled zipper bracelet
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
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
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!
How to use alcohol inks to decorate old glass
Over at the blog So Crafty there is a fun way to use alcohol ink to dress up glass. This technique could be used in all sorts of color combos perfect for this holiday season.
MAKE IT BETTER: A CRAFTALONG FOR SANDY RELIEF
MAKE IT BETTER: A CRAFTALONG FOR SANDY RELIEF
Many Sandy victims in New York City and surrounding areas are living without power, desperately trying to keep warm. Reports from the hardest-hit areas are that folks are in need of warm … Read More ...