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How to make paper plate stitched yarn hearts

January 6, 2017 by Stefanie Girard

Big and bold fun projects are perfect for kids and adults alike. This easy stitched heart is perfect for the little kids but I am going to put my thinking cap on to use this technique to make a bit … Read More ...

How to make folded paper fall leaves

November 2, 2016 by Stefanie Girard

foldedpaperfallleavesangle_thumb These folded fall leaves are just darling. I bet they would look cute used as a wreath or in a centerpiece for Thanksgiving. Pop on over to the blog Happy Clippings for the free template and tutorial on how to … Read More ...

How to make a recycled spaceship

June 20, 2016 by Stefanie Girard

paper-plate-alien-spaceship This is just so silly and I bet it would be so fun to make a whole bunch and hang them from tree branches. I may have aliens on my mind with the new Independence Day movie coming out. Pop … Read More ...

How to make a recycled keyboard tic tac toe game

January 12, 2016 by Stefanie Girard

valentine-tic-tac-toeComputer keys are so much fun to use in crafts. This Valentine’s Day tic tac toe game requires a few recycled keyboards but they are readily available at your local recycle center or on Craig’s list. Pop on over to … Read More ...

Template to make a paper lantern

May 26, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

DIY-Cardboard-Latern-Template Over at Trucs and Bricolages there is this cute paper lantern template and tutorial on how to give it a cool faux finish. This is a great design that would be perfect to use as a centerpiece indoors or out … Read More ...

15 free gift box templates

May 18, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

15 Free Paper Gift Box Templates

Oh I just love the Lego gift box featured in this collection of 15 gift box templates compiled over at Lines Across. The diamond one looks really cool too. I bet it would be fun to make out of glitter … Read More ...

how to make brown paper nests

February 23, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

How to make brown paper nests for cany eggsThese little brown paper bag nests look so dainty and pretty. I bet they would make a great place setting decoration with a name plate for Easter. Pop on over to the blog The Things She Makes for the easy … Read More ...

Giveaway: Fabric Printing at Home book and How to freezer paper stencil a scissor boarder

January 6, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

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Clothing is my favorite “canvas” and the new book Fabric Printing at Home is packed full of techniques and inspiration on how to create all sorts of amazing prints on any textile. Enter to win a copy of Fabric Printing … Read More ...

7 fun and festive candle ideas

December 11, 2014 by Stefanie Girard

wine glass votive lamp shadeOver at The Budget Decorator there is a a fun and pretty collection of ideas for candles. I especially liked this idea of using a recycled wine glass as a votive holder and adding a decorative paper lampshade. They look … Read More ...

Great idea for packing food gifts and free printable

November 20, 2014 by Stefanie Girard

muffin-christmas-cheap-gift-idea-printable-2I don’t think I have seen a paper plate look so cute! Who knew with just a few snips of the paper plate and a bit of baker’s twine you can make a pretty and easy way to wrap up … Read More ...

How to make a recycled book page fall banner

September 15, 2014 by Stefanie Girard

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Book pages are one of my all time favorite recycled paper to work with, especially dictionaries. This fall banner is just the project to make to try to get the feel of fall around my house (Did I mention it’s … Read More ...

Free download of a house template

November 11, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

1391747_10153945162390355_927332150_nOver 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 pilgrim picture napkin rings or favors

November 7, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

PicMonkey-CollagepmWho doesn’t love a cute pilgrim? This is just a darling project perfect for Thanksgiving and could be altered for any holiday. Pop on over to the blog Grandparents plus for the easy tutorial on how to make these cute … Read More ...

How to make a fish decoration out of recycled materials

August 5, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

bottlecap_goldfish_mnThis is such a fun summer time project. Swim over to the blog Craft Project Ideas to see the full tutorial on how to make a fish decoration from recycled bottle caps, a paper plate and a few other craft … Read More ...

How to upcycle a shirt with a freezer paper stencil

February 7, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

smart_mouth1 If you like snarky sayings on your clothes pop on over to Christy’s blog and download her template and follow the tutorial on how to freezer paper stencil a t-shirt.

Looking for more ways to refashion t-shirts? check out this … Read More ...

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