Spending time outside playing games can be fun for kids as well as adults and these cute bean bags made out of the back pockets of jeans are a fun item to make with last year’s clothes that don’t fit … Read More ...
How to make a recycled cd container treat holder
Now I know most of us probably don’t use cds much any more since the creation of flash drives but if you still do or know someone who does this idea for transforming the cd case into a treat holder … Read More ...
How to make art that only comes out when it rains
I get simply giddy when I learn about a new product that allows you to create art in a new way. There is a paint that you can spray on concrete that will bring out the image you create when … Read More ...
14 ways to create with nail polish
Nail polish comes in amazing colors these days and that makes it just perfect for upcycling and creating art with it. This idea for painting chain in a variety of colors to make pretty earrings is so easy yet so … Read More ...
How to make a dip dyed wall hanging
Wall hangings made of yarn, string and other fibers are super popular right now. This one made of heavy string and dip dyed has a lovely minimalistic quality that would be fun to make in your favorite color or to … Read More ...
Chalkboard and more fun details
This is a great detail that is too good not to share that I’m sure could be used or adapted for all sorts of things. Pop on over to Dimples and Tangles to see how she used upside-down drawer pulls … Read More ...
10 fun ways to recycle Scrabble tiles
We have all seen jewelry featuring recycled Scrabble tiles but this way to use the tile holders and the Scrabble board
to display them is positively wonderful. I bet this would work to display all sorts of art and cards? … Read More ...
Embellish wicker charger plates with a bit of paint
OK, I’ll admit I am not really a fan of these wicker charger plates. Just not really my thing. But with a cool paint job I might just change my opinion. Pop on over to the blog Delineate Your Dwelling … Read More ...
Great collection of 30 paper mache projects
I am fascinated with making dimensional shapes with paper and fiber. The collection of projects featured at Homesthetics is a wealth of inspiration. I particularly like these egg-like shapes. I like that they are a simple black and white color … Read More ...
How to make a tea pot pin cushion and supply holder
I’ve seen a lot of things converted into a pin cushion but never one that could be hidden in such a fun way. Pop on over to the blog Sadie Seasongoods for her great tutorial on how to make a … Read More ...
How to make vintage book page bookmarks
Are you looking for ideas on what to make with your vintage book pages like me? Well, these bookmarks are fun, slightly ironic, and educational. The idea of making bookmarks out of recycled book pages is simply brilliant as far … Read More ...
How to make a smartphone projector
Did you grow up watching slide shows of the family trips and past holidays? I did and boy were they fun. The laughing at what people were wearing and silly things that we all did. If you would like to … Read More ...
How to make computer key jewelry
Snarky jewelry is so fun to make and wear. If you think so too pop on over to the blog Mich L. In L.A. for a great tutorial on how to make recycled computer key jewelry. You can make … Read More ...
23 pretty ways to organize and display jewelry
If you are like me and like to look at your jewelry even when you aren’t wearing it I bet you like to display it creatively. Pop on over to the blog Sincerely Yours for a great post that features … Read More ...
How to re-purpose an old canvas with a stenciled quote
Since I simply LOVE quotes this tutorial on how to recycle an old painting and create new art that features a quote is my new favorite tutorial. Not only is this a cool painting technique it also features a great … Read More ...