This is the perfect solution to having a collection of something! Why, using it to make it into something else like a fabulous decoration. See how the naughty secretary herself, Jen took her pretty stash of vintage pins and made … Read More ...
How to recycle a boring mat and frame into a fabulous one
Mats and frames can be a tad on the dull side so why not use some of those cool distressing and altering techniques to make them just as fabulous as the art that’s in them. That’s just what Valery of … Read More ...
How to recycle Pez dispensers into wall art
I just cracked up when I saw this! At first it looks like something classy and old and then you look at it for another second and you realize what its made from. Check out the super tutorial on how … Read More ...
How to make a cute inside tree decoration to hang cute things
Over at the blog Creating Really Awesome Free Things (C.R.A.F.T) pretty clever hu? Jamie has whipped up a charming indoor tree made from recycled branches perfect for hanging little things from to display and enjoy. See how to make a … Read More ...
How to make primitive apothecary jars with recycled jars
These robin’s egg filled primitive style apothecary jars made from recycle jars just beg spring to come! See this post at the blog A Diamond in the Stuff to see more photos of this set and to see a black … Read More ...
How to make a recycled insulator hanging light
I have a small collection of these just hanging out on a wall in my yard, well with the help of this super tutorial on how to make a hanging light out of glass insulators Michell sent in posted at … Read More ...
How to recycle a solid room divider into a chicken wire display frame
Check out the great tutorial for turning a solid room divider into a chicken wire display screen that features photos, vintage style signage, and a note board over at Susan’s blog HomeRoad.
… Read More ...How to make a yarn and recycled cardboard clover for St. Patrick’s day
Karen of the blog Goodbye City, Hello Suburbs whipped up this cute clover for St, Patrick’s day. See her shamrock door decoration tutorial along with some cute kid picts over at her blog.
… Read More ...How to make wall art from an old rug
Over at the blog Girl in Air there is a a cute and easy tutorial on how to turn an old rug into a bit of cute wall art. It is amazing what a bit of paint can do … Read More ...
Recycle green bottles into the perfect St. Patrick’s Day decorations
Over at Malia’s blog, Yesterday on Tuesday there are a whole bunch of great ideas for transforming green glass bottles into charming and festive shamrock themed decorations perfect for St. Patrick’s day. Check out the great St. Patrick’s Day recycled … Read More ...
How to make wine cork magnets
This is just a charming idea. See how to make wine cork magnets over at the blog Make the Best of Everything! Thanks Kristen for sharing this project and the great old photo! I also love her blog’s tag line, … Read More ...
How to make peek-through recycled vases
If you’ve got some flowers that need a recycled custom made vase, why not try making these peek-through vases from empty bottles using the fab tutorial over at Canadian Living.
… Read More ...I “heart” lace garlands
Got some scraps of lace and a cookie cutter? Then you can whip up this heart garland. See how to make a lace heart garland over at the blog Michele Made Me. I can see doing this for all sorts … Read More ...
From drawers to wall art
My kindred spirit Amy of the blog A Nest For All Seasons who, like me, loves to score stuff in the “free zone” as I call it (which is the space between the road and the sidewalk). Amy worked her … Read More ...
Recycled Hanger and T-shirt Chinese New Year wall hanging
The Chinese New Year is such a fun time to make crafts and decorations for. Check out this bright red wall hanging made from a hanger (OK I’m giggling typing that) and a t-shirt. For the tutorial on how to … Read More ...