Now is the time we turn toward our goals for the new year. My interests have grown beyond crafting toward art and that include lots of paper collage. I have experimented with a lot of surfaces so when I spotted … Read More ...
Recycled rings make great sculptures
This is really an unexpected creation. I love modern art and sculpture but don’t tend to make much of it. This recycled ring sculpture is painted with all sorts of patterns that really gives it a modern feel as well. … Read More ...
Recycled Artist Feature: Oriol Cabrero
I can’t throw out old tools and my wood scrap bin is overflowing. It does come in handy when I want to craft up a fun little project so I have to keep even the smallest chunks. Well this clever … Read More ...
Cool modern painting technique
I am always on the lookout for painting techniques. They can be found in all sorts of crafts. Today’s painting technique is featured on greeting cards but I plan to try it on a large painting. Pop on over to … Read More ...
Easy wall art made with recycled wood strips
If you are a tad obsessed with color and rearranging your art this may be just the piece of wall art you may want to try. It is made with simple strips of wood. I used the lathing strips I … Read More ...
Painted underpants on rocks
I had sooooo much fun writing the title of this post. I am continually amazed at the things creative people come up with. I mean, really, painted underpants on rocks. These will surely make my neighbors giggle when they spot … Read More ...
I’m bored…SOLUTION!
I’m bored! How many times will you hear that this summer? Even if you are saying it to yourself. I actually might say something more like, which idea should I make today? I can’t decide. Well, either way if you … Read More ...
Embroidered Moving Blocks Art Installation
I share a lot of fun things that other people make, today I want to share with you an art installation piece that I recently exhibited. It is made up of over 150 fabric covered (recycled) wood blocks. About half … Read More ...
How to make your own Paint By Numbers with just a few clicks!
I love the look of paint by numbers and I started to look around for tutorials and tools to make my own. Over at the blog Shrimp Salad Circus I found a great project, tutorial and link to a free … Read More ...
Recycled scissor bird art
I don’t think it’s any secret that I am in love with all things scissors so I thought I’d share this beautiful sculpture that uses scissors in an innovative way-as the beak of the bird. To see more innovative recycled … Read More ...
A bunch of fun recycled thread projects
I happen to be someone who simply looks at thread and enjoys it on display. This jar is pretty all by itself. But if you would like more ideas on what to do with your scrap thread stash pop on … Read More ...
How to use your coloring pages to make jewelry
If you have colored pages or your kids do then you know how pretty they can come out. Now what? Well this idea to transform the art into jewelry could be just the project you are looking for. This includes … Read More ...
Testors Spray Chalk paint party and photo shoot fun
Are you looking for a fun creative party activity? Why not host a wing painting party with Testors Spray Chalk paint and then get dressed up in cute outfits for a fun photo shoot.
I gathered up some of my … Read More ...
Recycled book page letters
If your kids have out grown their favorite book but still love the art in the pages why not recycle them into a bit of letter art? Pop on over to the blog Money Saving Sisters for the tutorial on… Read More ...
How to make special date art
Letters, words and sayings are a wonderful way to decorate. I never thought that numbers could be special until I saw this great special date art featured at the blog Elizabeth Joan Designs. Pop on over to her blog to … Read More ...
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