Who doesn’t get a kick out of vintage typewriters and their keys? There is just something cool about them. I have 2 rubber stamps of vintage typewriters along with the rubber stamps of the key alphabet. This is a brilliant … Read More ...
Old art supplies make great decorating elements on decor
Old art supplies can have a great look with bits of colored paint on them and even a simple aged quality. They may not work any more but they can be used to embellish surfaces. Pop on over to the … Read More ...
I “Heart” recycled playing card tiny houses
I love a craft that once you make one you want to make a whole bunch. Repetition can be so zen and I can pretty much always use more zen in my day. Pop on over to the blog Freshly … Read More ...
How to fold a recycled book page heart perfect to slip a love note in
Origami is such a classic crafting technique. I bet we have all made at least one thing by simply folding paper. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner why not fold up a whole bunch of these adorable recycled book … Read More ...
How to make an adorable and easy scrap fabric lion decoration
I am one of those crafters that saves every little scrap of fabric. Why? Because there are projects like this lion that they are perfect for. Pop on over to the blog Milk Magazine to see the step by step … Read More ...
How to make an Alice in Wonderland magic wand with recycled heart cards
Who doesn’t love a magic wand? We all wish we had one at one point or another. You could use heart playing cards or you could recycled last year’s Valentine’s Day cards. Pop on over to the blog A Penny … Read More ...
I “heart” recycled playing card Valentine’s Day decoration
Sometimes the simplest item laying about the house can be transformed into a bold and fun holiday decoration. Grab your playing cards and a recycled piece of cardboard and you will have a festive heart shaped recycled heart playing card … Read More ...
Recycled wine corks make great Valentine letter decorations, naturally pink
Lots of wine drinkers save their corks. And there are lots of great ways to use them in crafts. This large scale “XO” Valentine recycled cork letter decoration that is naturally colored pink. If you have a cork stash and … Read More ...
How to make recycled cake pan display shelves
If redecorating is on your New Year’s Resolution list why not try making some modern round display shelves out of your cake pans when you are cleaning out your kitchen? I know I have a stash of these. Pop on … Read More ...
Fun way to make your own pompoms and tassels
I have several tools to make pom poms and tassels. I often times even just use my hand. But today I spotted this cute way to make a tool with clothes pegs and a recycled tape base. It seems so … Read More ...
How to make recycled roller stamps
I am all about new ways to make patterns and stamping techniques. This idea for using lint rollers to make stamps is right up my artistic alley. Pop on over to the blog The Graphics Fairy for the step by … Read More ...
How to make illuminated Christmas trees with string
I am kind of obsessed with tea lights and making things that light up with them. This Christmas tree is perfect! Pop on over to the blog Homemade Gifts Made Easy for step by step tutorial on how to make … Read More ...
How to make an elegant coffee filter Christmas tree
This is so pretty! Sometimes the simplest things can be transformed into such elegant things. If you like to decorate in white for the holiday season pop on over to the blog The Inspiration Board for the step by step … Read More ...
How to make adorable recycled sock turkeys for Thanksgiving
I just did my winter clothing swap and I’m pulling out my thick socks so I guess it’s time to post an adorable sock craft. That is just what these little turkeys made from socks are- adorable! Fly on over … Read More ...
How to make an adorable Chewbacca ornament with a gingerbread man cookie cutter
I have made cinnamon and applesauce ornaments before and it was worth it just for the amazing smell they make when cooking. I highly recommend it no matter what shape you cut them in. But if you are a Chewbacca … Read More ...