Can you tell what recycled item is being used here as an ink palette? Yes, that is the humble baby wipe. I keep these everywhere, in the car, in the studio, in the garage, and even out in my … Read More ...
Junk journal collage art with watercolor painting and leftover die cut letter
Yesterday I posted the easiest Lucky St. Paterick’s Day banner tutorial and I promised the first of the projects I plan to make with the outside or negative die cut leftover from the letters.
Along with the recycled die cut … Read More ...
Junk journal page with die cut book page letter
I am in LOVE with junk journals and altered book art. I have been lucky enough to get an advanced set of 6 inch letter alphabet dies and I plan on making a junk journal page with each of them. … Read More ...
Valentine Rocks!
If you like painting recycled rocks and maybe want to kick it up a notch for Valentines Day these glitter, gold, yarn, washi tape and more embellished rocks are beyond festive. Pop on over to the Honestly blog to see … Read More ...
How to make your own metallic watercolor paints
I’ve been experimenting with watercolor painting lately. I have to admit I like it as I can do it while snuggled in on the couch (it has been raining here in SoCal and I haven’t been motivated to be out … Read More ...
Upcyle your paper bags with art
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 ...
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