This wreath is made with a woven scarf but I happen to have gone a little crazy knitting skinny scarves and I still love them but I don’t wear them. This is a perfect re-use and best yet I can … Read More ...
How to make a Bob Ross mini doll
Oh how I love Bob Ross, I think he was probably the first professional artistic influence in my life. I was captivated by what he created before my eyes. This tiny little collapsing dancing doll is also a fun throw … Read More ...
Scrap fabric dolls perfect for Christmas decorations
Small scraps of fabric can be fun to play with and mix together to make colorful little dolls like these. At first I thought they were made with a clothes pin base but they are actually made with an optional … Read More ...
Recycled map and crayon teacher gift
This project is so cute and I bet the kiddos would love to make them for all their teachers, I know I would like to make them. Using crayon wrappers is just a great source for colored paper – I … Read More ...
Forbidden Root bottle cap countdown wreath calendar
As promised I am sharing this year’s countdown calendar. It’s made with these really cool Forbidden Root bottle caps that have beautiful art in the inside and tiny clothes pins all mounted on an embroidery hoop.
As my eyesight has … Read More ...
How to make your own name stamp great for decorating shipping boxes
Most of us have to ship some gifts this time of year and I thought it would be fun to make my own name stamp and decorate my shipping boxes this year. Pop on over to the ClearSnap blog to … Read More ...
Great Giant greeting card idea- Send a Hug
This project combines so many cool elements- it is personal, it is crafty, and its BIG! You know what a fan of BIG and easy projects I am. Pop on over to the blog Paging Supermom for the tutorial on … Read More ...
Recycled roof wind turbine pumpkin
I believe this is another first for me- recycled roof wind turbine! Have you ever made anything from a roof wind turbine? Not me. But this adorable set of pumpkins is such a great project for a big fall yard … Read More ...
Pretty pumpkin serving tray for Thanksgiving
This is one of those projects that is so simple that anyone could whip it up in just a few minutes. All you need is a recycled Halloween pumpkin and some paint and you are on your way to make … Read More ...
Great way to cut an old recycled cd
If you like the look of recycled cds but have been intimidated by them as they can be a challenge to cut? Well, pop on over to the blog Make it Easy Crafts to see what tool she came up … Read More ...
Sun Joe pole electric chain saw great for trimming and gathering natural craft supplies
If you like crafting with branches and sticks a pole chain saw can be a great addition to your tool stash. The Sun Joe Electric Pole Chain Saw is a great tool for trimming trees and branches for crafting and … Read More ...
How to make cute Rudolph ornaments
If you can believe it I just took down my boxes of Christmas decorations. My plan is that I can sort through and de-stash along with make new projects with my supplies. This Rudolph ornament project is just what I’m … Read More ...
How to make a Mid-Century style trinket dish
Are you a fan of mid-century style like I am? Well, these darling little trinket holders are so easy to make with oven bake clay
, I bet they would be great to make for Christmas gifts. When I spotted … Read More ...
How to make faux raw cotton branches
Raw cotton is so pretty but I can’t say I would find it out in nature here in SoCal so this tutorial sent in by Borei is just what I need to go along with the pine branches, acorns and … Read More ...
How to make an elegant nature wall decoration
Each season it can be fun to go out and collect branches and what is available at the time to make a unique decoration. This branch and pine piece is my inspiration. Pop on over to Erika Rax’s blog to … Read More ...