I get simply giddy when I learn about a new product that allows you to create art in a new way. There is a paint that you can spray on concrete that will bring out the image you create when … Read More ...
Chalkboard and more fun details
This is a great detail that is too good not to share that I’m sure could be used or adapted for all sorts of things. Pop on over to Dimples and Tangles to see how she used upside-down drawer pulls … Read More ...
How to re-purpose an old canvas with a stenciled quote
Since I simply LOVE quotes this tutorial on how to recycle an old painting and create new art that features a quote is my new favorite tutorial. Not only is this a cool painting technique it also features a great … Read More ...
How to paint on wet glue
I love learning about new ways to combine traditional craft supplies to make interesting crafts and art. I can’t say as it would ever occur to me to”paint” on white glue
. Pop on over to the blog Housing a … Read More ...
How to fill bubble wrap to make art
Well, now you can turn that satisfying pop into a work of art! The filled bubble wrap art project is a fun and creative way to upcycle bubble wrap and other scraps lying around your house. All you need is … Read More ...
How to make scratch art on recycled cds
When you were a kid did you love scratching doodles and making scratch art? I did. It was such a cool concept to be taking away material rather that drawing it on. Well I couldn’t believe how pretty, upscale and … Read More ...
16 ways to address and embellish an envelope
Who doesn’t love getting something pretty in the mail? I sure do! My mom buys old (unused) stamps and makes kind of a collage with them so they will add up to the right amount of postage. They are fun … Read More ...
How to make an assemblage clock
This assemblage clock project is featured over at JoAnn.com and uses a new clock designed for this purpose but I bet you could find an old clock and take it apart. The interior them could be just about anything. Pop … Read More ...
Wonderful recycled metal heart decorations
Over at the blog Kathi’s Garden Art Rust-n-Suff she has featured a whole bunch of amazing recycled metal heart art in this post and some newer pieces in this post that feature hearts and other themes. Pop on over … Read More ...
9 projects featuring antlers
There is something so pretty about antlers, I can’t explain it but I think they are so pretty. Over at FaveCrafts they have compiled a list of 9 projects that feature antlers, everything from jewelry and jewelry organizers to … Read More ...
A bunch of cute ways to display teddy bears
Peek-a-boo! This is just too cute! I know I say that a lot but you really can’t argue with this cuteness. And there are a bunch more cute ideas on how to frame vintage teddy bears in cute ways over … Read More ...
How to make a pixelated wall decoration
This is soooooo pretty! And the best part for me is that it could be made all with individual squares so that you could keep rearranging the squares. I have a lot of scrap 2x4s and I always looking for … Read More ...
Weaving with paper plates and plastic cups
Last week I posted a project where the crafter made a loom with a bucket. Today I have some art created by waving on paper plates and plastic cups. My fellow Craft Gossip Editor, JD does this with kids at … Read More ...
Call for Entries: Submit your kid’s art for a new Quarry book- 1000 Kids Art Ideas
Does the little person in your life make masterpieces that make you smile? Why not share that art with the world in print (not just on your fridge)? Pop on over to http://www.quartous.com/entries.php for all the details on how to … Read More ...
How to make Crayon art
I really apprciate it when designers try new things and take risks. That is just what DeDe of the blog Designed Decor did with crayons. She tried two ways to melt crayons (neither of which I thought about trying) but … Read More ...
