If you like playing with paper whether it’s new or recycled this chart for all sorts of ways to manipulate paper could really come in handy for making all sorts of things from flowers to sculptures. I found it over … Read More ...
How to make a recycled cardboard marble run
This is another of my favorite twofers. A project the kiddos will have fun making then playing with.
Pop on over to the blog Frugal Fun 4 Boys for the tutorial on how to make a recycled cardboard marble run… Read More ...
May the 4th Be With You Craft recycled plastic Easter egg Weeble Wobbles
Now this technique for turning recycled plastic Easter eggs into Weeble Wobbles is just too cool. I want to paint them in all sorts of themes. But to celebrate May the 4th Be With you day try out the Star … Read More ...
The easiest no-sew interchangeable button bracelet
I am really excited about this new interchangeable no-sew button bracelet kit available at Buttons Galore. The possibilities are truly endless! Use the buttons that come in the kit that are beyond cute (and kid friendly) to beautiful elegant and … Read More ...
How to make recycled paper coil beads
Generally when you say coiled paper beads you think of the ones you see showing the flat side of the paper and are more like a tube or elliptical shaped but these coiled paper beads you see the folded … Read More ...
How to make floating greenery votives
Hey there! I just discovered a new crafting project and I’m so excited to share it with you. Have you heard of floating greenery votive holders? They’re these amazing little candle holders that have floating greenery inside, and they look … Read More ...
Twine Wrapped Easter Egg Holder Upcycle DIY
Do you like zen projects that can take a bit of time but are relaxing? Then I bet you will like this this great way to recycle those cheap plastic eggs you see at Easter time! Twine wrapped plastic eggs … Read More ...
Easy recycled shoe eco Friendly Bird Feeders
OK- here is a new one that looks so cute. It is the kind of thing that will make you do a double take when you spot it. Especially when the tree has several shoes on it (see an expample … Read More ...
Easy recycled cardboard box Easter basket
I kind of like this undecorated but I bet most people would see this recycled box Easter basket as the perfect canvas to add all sorts of bunnies, flowers, chicks and pretty colored elements to. Hop on over to the … Read More ...
How To Stop Mason Jar Lids From Rusting
This is just a great tip- using a plastic lid from a peanut butter jar with a mason jar when storing in the freezer to prevent rust. As we all try to reduce our single use containers- storage in pretty … Read More ...
How to make an upcycled Spring Easter bunny decoration
The cutest thing about this spring bunny is the way his head wobbles when you touch it. He’s made from scraps I had lying around. I even made the spring from old garden wire. The bunny is a lovely simple … Read More ...
How to make a recycled Plastic Egg Carton Wreath
Don’t toss those clear plastic egg cartons, you can remove the cups and make a darling fresh as spring wreath. Pop on over to Whimziville for the step by step tutorial on how to make a recycled plastic egg carton … Read More ...
How to make the most adorable book treats
These were originally designed to be Valentine’s Day treats but as a book lover throughout the year they would be the perfect treat for all sorts of events and gift treats-maybe even to leave in my Little Free Library for … Read More ...
Fun and functional recycled creamer container Easter bunnies
Sometime when you recycle a container it looses some of its function or the function is limited. In this case you can still open and close and keep the new contents fresh after transforming this creamer container into an Easter … Read More ...
How to paint sprinkle Easter Eggs
I love creating unique Easter eggs. Eggs simple make such a fun surface for painting, decoupage, dip dying, drawing and lots more techniques. Roll on over to the blog Let’s Mingle for the tutorial on how to paint sprinkles on … Read More ...