I had no idea they made “frog” inserts for mason jars. These are wire grids that are used in flower arranging. I have some stand-alones that you put in vases but I had no idea they made them special for … Read More ...
Decorate the inside of Easter Eggs for a change
We all think about decorating the outside of Easter eggs but eggs make great containers for little dioramas. To accent the cute little dioramas the edges of the eggs can be wrapped with one of my favorite things- pompom trim! … Read More ...
Leaves make a great canvas
I have written words on leaves and made minimalist arrangements but this idea for painting modern, minimalist art on them looks so pretty and I bet is a very zen project. I bet also it would be interesting to paint … Read More ...
Paper plate aquarium and more Earth Day crafts
I recently posted about how to make a DIY embroidery hoop with a plastic lid rim and container, this idea uses the outside of a plate to make the outer frame of an aquarium craft. It is featured at the … Read More ...
Paper lanterns are transformed into big pretty statement art
This is just beyond pretty! I don’ think I have considered a paper lantern as a surface for art and I certainly didn’t think they would look so fabulous hanging from large to small in groups…but boy do they! This … Read More ...
Pink balloons make great bubblegum bubbles for art and fun
This wall of kid portraits with pink balloon bubble gum bubbles is so cute! I don’t think you could walk into a room and not smile when seeing these. I bet they would make a great Valentine’s day project. Pop … Read More ...
Recycled magazine great for art and more!
Do you keep a stash of magazines just to make art and craft with? Or do you simply always have some coming in to cut up after reading? I do both so I am always on the look out for … Read More ...
Pom pom plus peanut make me smile and will do the same for you!
Could these be any cuter? Peanuts are basically the same shape but pop a pompom on it and and some paint and they magically get personality and movement. I love especially the side-eye that some have. Pop on over to … Read More ...
Abstract mini art with embroidery floss and paint
I just did a collage where I stitched 2 big stitches and it was just what the piece needed. So that means I am officially hooked on stitching and art. This idea where the fabric has some paint and then … Read More ...
Scrap butterflies make my heart soar!
These scrap butterflies were featured at the blog Heart Handmade and they are so beautiful and look like they could be made with all sorts of materials. I was looking at a few other scrap fabric butterflies and I saw … Read More ...
Recycled plastic bottles never looked so cool
This project that uses both paper and plastic looks so classy. I kind of want to try it with many layers. This paper and plastic recycled water bottle bracelet is part of a great collection of recycled plastic bottle projects … Read More ...
A bounty of acorn crafts to celebrate with through the Christmas Holidays
Is this not the most adorable little squirrel made with acorns? I mean, acorns are cute all by themselves but then to transform them into something as cute as a squirrel? I call that a perfect recycled craft. Over at … Read More ...
So many fun ways to get organized!
Can you really be too organized? Yah, right like that could ever happen. But if you can make it fun it just might be a bit better. And better yet organizing in an eco and recycled way with stuff you … Read More ...
Literal trash is transformed into useful and pretty decor
OK this is positively got to be one of the best uses for something that would normally be thrown away. Paint lids, yes paint lids make great dots of color on a wall and better yet they are magnetic so … Read More ...
Punk rock Halloween or Christmas ornament-you decide :)
I am a huge fan of the mohawk hairstyle. And for that matter spikes. So this adorable skull with spike mohawk is perfect. It is featured as a Christmas decoration here but I bet it would be cute as a … Read More ...