I always get such a giggle with silverware recycled projects. Not sure why but I do. Especially the forks with the tines all curly. Pam sent in this link to a fun project using spoons and a glass to make … Read More ...
How to make a recycled cd and pressed flower mandala
Shanti of the blog Twig and Toadstool sent in this link to a charming project that uses a bit of nature and a bit of high tech and combines them into a lovely project. She made a whole bunch of … Read More ...
Penny for your thoughts? Well, actually to recycle it into a necklace
Over at Just Something I Made she has a great tutorial for turning a few cents into pretty necklace pendants.
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How to make a scrap fabric Bow-tie hair clip
Hair accessories are all over the place and the clever crafter of the blog Jenny’s Thrifty Thoughts posted a very (and I do mean very) thorough tutorial on how to make this cute bow-tie hair clip from a scrap of … Read More ...
How to make a recycled fishing pole
The clever crafter of the blog …imagine childhood really got their creativity on in the materials they recycled to create a charming fishing pole.
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How to turn a curler into a cuff
I had no idea curlers came in a size big enough to make a cuff style bracelet but here you have it. Pop on over to PS I made this to see lots more fun projects.
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How to recycle cut flowers into a dried Rose Basket
I feel the same way as Mariska does about when fresh cut flowers have past their prime. I don’t want to see them go! She posted a great tutorial on how to keep them around in a really pretty way. … Read More ...
How to make a sand covered pencil cup and paperweight from a plastic jar
Are you thinking I’ve lost my mind? What does this adorable dog have to do with recycled crafts? Well pop on over to Macaroni and glitter and you can see a video of this guy and his housemate helping their … Read More ...
How to make vintage style trim bobbins from recycled cardboard
Don’t these look like they are straight out of an antique store? Well the designer of these vintage looking sewing trim bobbins posted a great tutorial how to make them yourself from a bit of recycled cardboard. Pop on over … Read More ...
How to make photo blocks from recycle packaging boxes
I love these photo blocks. I have made them out of wood but as the cleaver crafter Bronwyn of the blog Made By Bronwyn states she has a “thrower” so lightweight cardboard boxes were a great substitute. See how she … Read More ...
How to make curly pom poms and hat from a recycled sweater
Do you love making your own pom poms to coordinate with you projects? I do. I made this hat and pom pom from a recycled sweater. Pop on over to this post at Craftside to see the full tutorial. While … Read More ...
How to upcycle a plain solar light into a stylish one
I love outdoor lighting and with solar powered fixtures it is really easy to do. The clever crafter of the blog Keen Inspirations has a great way to take inexpensive solar lights and dress them up to look like expensive … Read More ...
How to make a recycled book purse
I really like how this book purse made. Most of the book purses I have seen have the spine at the bottom of the purse but this one has the spine at the top. Donna of the blog Quilt in … Read More ...
How to make festive jewelry with a recycled plastic cup
Just like the title states this festive jewelry is made from a fast food plastic cup. Pop on over to the blog Punk Projects for the tutorial. If you make them in red, white and blue like Katie did you … Read More ...
How to make a framed crayon initial
I love how modern this framed crayon initial looks! The clever crafter Carol of the blog Frugal Life Project needed teacher gifts. What’s a crafty gal to do? Think about cool things that other crafters had shared and give it … Read More ...
