I know Halloween is just a memory now but I wanted to share this idea as I bet it would look amazing in the winter hanging from a tree with a Christmas theme-like putting a bunch together to form a … Read More ...
How to make an Advent calendar wreath
I am sharing all sorts of Advent calendars this week as now is the time to make them. Pop on over to the blog Organized 31 to see what what recycled element this clever crafter used used as base for … Read More ...
How to make a Christmas tree Advent calendar
It’s that time. Yes, if you want to count down to Christmas it’s time to make an Advent calendar. Pop on over to the blog Cucicucicooo Ecological Living to see how she made a Christmas tree Advent calendar with recycled … Read More ...
Owl printable and Advent calendar
This is beyond a cute idea and not only that you can download all the owl printables so you can make this Advent calendar just like Tanya did. Pop on over to the blog Like a Playground for the full … Read More ...
How to make a recycled bottle and phlox plant diffuser
I love vintage bottles and this lucky crafter found one during a walk in the woods! See how she turned the old milk bottle into a diffuser using some dried phlox plant over at her blog Saint Salvage.… Read More ...
Book Review: Book Play and how to make a Scotch tape book
If you think a book needs to be two rectangle covers filled with pages in between Book Play: Creative Adventures in Handmade Books will open your eyes to all the unusual and fabulous ways you can create a “book”. Not … Read More ...
How to make a recycled blanket doggie snuggle sack
I always giggle when an animal is under blankets and moving around, my bunnies did it and I don’t know why but it’s funny! If you have a little (or big) animal who likes to snuggle under blanks I bet … Read More ...
How to make a recycled suitcase dollhouse
I love this idea! I loved making things for my dollhouse as a kid and the idea of having a dollhouse that can go on the road sounds too fun! Pop on over to the blog My Poppet for the … Read More ...
How to make recycled sweater bunnies
Today is all about the cute. Hop on over to the blog SweaterDoll for a tutorial on how to make a cute bunny out of a recycled sweater. I bet you could make all sorts of animals using this … Read More ...
How to upcycle an old t-shirt with embroidery overlay
This is such an amazing idea! I never thought of using embroidery to brighten and give new life to an old t-shirt but that is just what you can do. Pop on over to the blog buttons and paint to … Read More ...
How to make a modern style seasonal poster
Oh this so appeals to my love of modern art and repetition. Pop on over to the blog Literary Springs Designs to read how to make a modern style seasonal poster.
I bet this concept would work with any theme … Read More ...
How to transfer images onto driftwood
Are you a beachcomber? I am. I generally go for rocks as I don’t tend to find driftwood on my SoCal beaches but I am sure going to keep my eye out for it now. I can’t wait to try … Read More ...
Free download of a house template
Over at Cloth Paper Scissors there is a free download of a house pattern that you can use to make a mixed-media neighborhood of your very own. Or I bet would be great to use to make Christmas ornaments. Wouldn’t … Read More ...
How to make a recycled paper roll holder
Do you have a big stash of wrapping paper or some other kind of rolls of paper you are looking to store without damaging? Check out this great idea for recycling an old wine rack into paper storage. Pop on … Read More ...
How to make a recycled necktie brooch
Neckties are made from some of the most beautiful and interesting print fabric. And most of us crafters don’t wear them the way they are intended to be, so that’s where us recycled crafters come in! Pop on over to … Read More ...