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 ...
How to make a recycled embroidery hoop silk screen
I have been wanting to try this for so long! I had a hoop prepared but hadn’t figured out what I was going to use to “paint” on the screen to form the barrier. Well thanks to Tamara for sharing … Read More ...
Using a recycled paper tube to paint shapes
Amy of the blog One Artsy Mama sent in a link to her post that features a tutorial on how to make a reusable tote bag for kids. What I especially loved is how she used a paper tube … Read More ...
Cute crushed can art
The little paintings that Charles makes are just so darn cute! And the fact that his “canvas” is a crushed can just makes them even better! See more of his work at his website Charles Kaufman’s Crushed Can Art and … Read More ...
How to make recycled container faux taxidermied animals
I love antlers and faux taxidermy so add recycling and you get the trifecta of awesome crafting. Pop on over to the blog Embellishments Kids for the tutorial on how to make this recycled container taxidermy deer and more animals!… Read More ...
How to make recycled book and box art surfaces
Do you like the look of thick box style art and want to make some to then create your paintings or mixed-media collages on? Check out this great tutorial sent in by Alma where she shows you how to make … Read More ...
