Did you know you can make your own window cling material with Mod Podge and die cutting them into all sorts of fun shapes? Well, you can and it is so easy.
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How to make a paper star fidget spinner
I just learned about fidget spinners this past weekend. I get the concept having your hands occupied while listening can be really helpful, doodling was what often kept my hands busy while listening. This fidget spinner is based on an … Read More ...
How to make an octopus hanging decoration
This is recycled trash bag octopus is so pretty and fun I can’t wait to try making one. Over at Little Stars Learning there is both a photo and video tutorial on how to make these plastic bag octopus decorations… Read More ...
Stitch star shaped gift wrap
This project combines sewing with gift wrapping. The possibilities of what materials you could use are practically endless bu tin this case brown craft paper was used. Pop on over to the blog A pair and a spare for the … Read More ...
How to make faux crystal filled shell bowls
These are so sparkly and pretty not to mention made with two organic materials-rock salt and shells. Pop on over to the blog Hello, Wonderful for both the tutorials on how to make colored faux gem stones and these cute … Read More ...
How to make pop up cards for jewelry gifts
If you like to make jewelry and give it as gifts or sell it at craft shows and want a fun way to display it try these fun cards made with a circle card die cut with a Crafter’s Companion … Read More ...
How to make a miniature matchbox vanity
It’s no secrete I am in love with miniatures, mostly with the little succulent gardens that are created in recycled containers but this little matchbox vanity made out of matchboxes is so cute! I bet is a great way to … Read More ...
You are my world card for Mother’s Day
Last Saturday was Earth Day and Mother’s Day is just around the corner. So I thought I’d make a Mother’s Day card with an image of the Earth and the words, “You are my world” Fun hu?
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Lady bug and bumble bee bird feeders
I’ve been looking around for a fun idea for a bird/squirrel feeder and these lady bug and bumble bee recycled coffee can ones are just darling. I really like when something traditionally small is made big. Fly on over to … Read More ...
How to make etched bullet casing jewelry
I had no idea it was so easy to etch an image onto recycled bullet casings. It does require some very careful safety precautions that are included in the links but not hard ones. Pop on over to the Rings … Read More ...
How to use your coloring pages to make jewelry
If you have colored pages or your kids do then you know how pretty they can come out. Now what? Well this idea to transform the art into jewelry could be just the project you are looking for. This includes … Read More ...
Recycled die cut leather leaves necklace
Die cutting recycled materials is one of my favorite ways to make elements to use in my crafting especially jewelry making and the Crafter’s Companion Gemini Die Cutting machine is a great motorized machine that will cut through leather using … Read More ...
How to make recycled vintage sewing pattern art
This project combines two cool things from the past- vintage sewing pattern packaging and vintage print fabric. The envelopes that vintage sewing patterns have great art on them and mounting them with vintage fabric really makes them stand out. Pop … Read More ...
Letter Art Projects For Kids
Letters are a great starting point for art making. If you are the type of person who likes art prompts I think the alphabet is a great jumping off point. Over at the blog Playdough to Plato there is a … Read More ...
Recycled cardboard tube microphone
Yup! Another great idea for recycling those cardboard tubes into a fun craft that I bet will provide hours of pretend play and singing along with I bet a bit of dancing too. Oh and dress up! Pop on over … Read More ...