There are so many excuses in life to give a small gift to let someone know you’re thinking of them. I love to watch that person’s face light up knowing that I care and want to let them know. During … Read More ...
Great collection of recycled home stuff to use in fun learning activities
Are you looking to mix up your teaching activities? Make math and other learning fun or at least different? Well over at the blog Trucs and Bricolages there are all sorts of activities that you can create with recycled things … Read More ...
How to make a recycled mixed media steampunk lamp and clock
Most of the time I like my recycled craft and art projects on the quick and easy side but this one looks like a fun relaxing one that could take some “zen” time. This mixed media steampunk lamp has been … Read More ...
How to make a recycled cd case votive shade
There are endless possibilities for what could be put in a recycled cd case. I think I may challenge myself to pick something new every day out on my daily walk. Pop on over to the blog Celebrations at Home … Read More ...
How to make mono prints with scrim fabric
Loose gauzy fabric can make some really interesting patterns because you stretch it out and pull holes and shapes in it. What great way to make backgrounds for collages and paintings. Pop on over to the blog Hand Printed for … Read More ...
How to make a recycled paper lantern cloud lamp
I have another BIG and fun recycled craft project today. These fun fluffy clouds would add a great look inside or out. Pop on over to the blog Day to Day Gadgets for the step by step tutorial on how … Read More ...
How to make giant octopus tentacles
My complete focus right now is big decorations that I can put on my lawn so that my neighbors can enjoy from afar. When I spotted these giant tentacles I was so tickled and they are pretty easy to make. … Read More ...
Hooray For Fish – Recycled buttons make fun fish scales
You generally don’t think of buttons and fish at the same time but in this case buttons can make fun fish scales. Over at the blog Sun Hats and Wellie Boots you can see how to make this fun transformation … Read More ...
How to make recycled plastic bottle charms
These are so pretty and pretty easy to make too! They are like the middle stage of Shrinky Dinks. Need some new jewelry making supplies to add to your stash? Why not spend some times just making organic shaped recycled … Read More ...
How to make a tiny recycled clothes pin easel
Are you a fan of mini art projects like ATC’s?
Art projects, such as creating mini easels, are not only fun but also beneficial for both our mental and emotional well-being. One such project that combines both art and recycling … Read More ...
smART Sketcher and cell phone are the easiest way to transfer images
Today I have a fun new device to tell you about and show you how easy and fast it is to use. Meet the smART Sketcher. All you do is download the smARTt Sketcher App and you are ready … Read More ...
Easiest recycled necklace charm bail
Could this be any simpler? I don’t think so. So you now have no excuse in transforming all your stash of pretty buttons, single earrings and other bits of this and that into amazing new jewelry. I know I … Read More ...
How to make recycled paperclip earrings
Yes you read the title right! These lovely modern shaped earrings are made out of recycled paper clips. This looks like a nice tiny project that could be easily carried on the go and made virtually anywhere. Pop on over … Read More ...
How to make easy scrap fabric bowls
These little fabric bowls are just darling. I keep a box of small fabric scraps for just this type of project. I bet baby clothes that have cute details but otherwise unwearable would work too for this. Pop on over … Read More ...
Best DIY face shield made from recycled Krispy Kreme box
Pop on over to Youtube to see the easiest DIY face shield that you will have fun making and I’m sure best smelling at least for a while 🙂 This is so fun. If you don’t happen to have one … Read More ...