If you have a stash of plastic cups on hand for your 4th of July parting why not grab a few and make a wreath to decorate your front door. If they aren’t red, white, and blue I bet a … Read More ...
Make recycled material window shades
I am always on the look out for fun and unique ways to make window treatments. This colorful on is made with recycled telephone wire (one of my favorite recycled materials) and ribbon. Pop on over to the Eric Carle … Read More ...
How to make recycled can windspinners
I think it’s so fun to transform a modern container into a fun retro style decoration. Soda and beer cans come in beautiful colors and I bet virtually all of them would look great as a windspinner. Pop on over … Read More ...
How to make flair corkboards
I love when a project is pretty even if it isn’t being used for a practical purpose but when it can do both that is a really great design. Over at Awwe, Sam there is a great tutorial on how … Read More ...
Rubber stamp on the edges of books to decorate them
I spotted this pile of books that have been rubber stamped over at the blog Hative in a great list of 25 graduation party ideas. It was originally posted at Martha Stewart. I plan on trying this simply to add … Read More ...
Recycled lace mushrooms
Pop on over to the blog Todolwen to see great photos of these little mushrooms made from recycled lace doilies and little vases. They may be available on her Etsy store so be sure to check there if you would … Read More ...
Hot air balloon decor
Isn’t this beautiful? Hot air balloons could be great for all sorts of temporary party decor to every day festive summer or kid’s room decorations. Pop on over to the blog Kate Aspen to see a bunch of ideas for … Read More ...
Cloud vase wall decor
Oooooooh isn’t this pretty and dainty? Those little test tubes are perfect for putting all sorts of flowers in. Pop on over to the blog La Litterature Gourmande for the complete tutorial on how to make a recycled hanger cloud… Read More ...
How to make a recycled plastic bottle heart mobile
With Mother’s Day on Sunday why not craft up a cute heart mobile for Mom to let her know how much you love her? I bet this would work as well by covering the hearts with washi tape. Pop on … Read More ...
How to decorate donut balloons
I never thought of a balloon as a surface that could be painted or embellished but it is! A temporary one at least. Pop on over to the blog Studio DIY for the tutorial on how to decorate a balloon … Read More ...
Recycled scrap fabric makes a great pennant banner
Pennant banners are a great way to decorate and using recycled scrap fabric to make them is both pretty and festive along with ecological. Pop on over to the Creative live blog for the tutorial on how to make a … Read More ...
How to make a message globe for Earth Day
With Earth Day on Friday I thought this project featured over at Morena’s corner might be of interest to all who like to craft for every holiday. I like the idea of putting words on all sorts of objects. Pop … Read More ...
How to make a retro purse shaped clock
Now this is something you don’t see every day! What a cute idea to combine the look of a vintage style purse and recycled clock. Pop on over to the link Morena sent in to her blog Morena’s Corner where … Read More ...
How to make State shape art with cardboard box projector DIY
This project is so pretty and bold. State shapes are a great way to decorate (yah I know I just rhymed 🙂
And this post also is my favorite kind as it also includes a tutorial on how to make … Read More ...
Great tips for painting on glass
Recycled glass bottles, jars, framed glass, window glass and old vases can be such a great surfaces to upcycle. Do you have a stash that you have been saving but just not sure what type of paint to use? There … Read More ...