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How to Glitter Mod Podge a pair of shoes

October 5, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

This craft is as cute and fun as it is practical! I have actually used this technique myself and so I can fully attest to its coolness to save a pair of shoes from the trash bin. Check out the … Read More ...

How to make recycled t-shirt wall art

September 22, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

T-shirts have some of the best graphics out there. Why not enjoy them after the t-shirt has become unwearable for one reason or another. Posted at Crafts ‘n Coffee is an easy tutorial on how to make recycled t-shirt wall … Read More ...

How to make a recycled sweater ball

September 21, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

I have such an affinity to any project made with a recycled sweater. So when Kerry sent in her link to her blog Kid Giddy I was appropriatly…giddy…about her tutorial on how to make a recycled sweater ball from 14 … Read More ...

How to make recycled Halloween witch shoes

September 12, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

I am so excited about Halloween! There are so many cool ideas that I can’t wait to make! Today I have this awesome tutorial on how to make recycled witch shoes featured over at the blog Craft Test Dummies.… Read More ...

How to make a animated character inspired upcycled t-shirt

August 16, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

I just need to say that if you recognize this character by name from its original cartoon then you fall into one group, if you only recognize it from the car commercial (like myself) then you fall into another. Likewise … Read More ...

How to upcycle an old pair of jeans with stenciling

August 11, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

If you don’t fancy yourself too talented in the hand painting department stenciling is a great way to go to upcycle your clothes. Over at the blog All about Stencils.com there is a great tutorial on how to use multi … Read More ...

How to make a christmas tree from recycled pants

August 10, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

Now this has got to be one of the most extreme transformations I have seen in a while! And with it never too soon to start your Christmas card crafting here is a great tutorial on how to make a … Read More ...

How to upcycle a denim jacket with Inkodye

July 11, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

Check out this cool tutorial on how to upcycle an old denim jacket with Inkodye ( a dye that develops in the sun). I really like this idea in that the traditional dying process seems a bit daunting and involved … Read More ...

How To Make An Upcycled T-Shirt Tote Bag With Braided Handles

July 1, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

 Now I have seen a lot of t-shirt tote bag tutorials but this one is really nice! I especially like the braided shoulder straps. Pop on over to Leannes’ blog Chichidee handmade for the step-by-step tutorial on how to make … Read More ...

How to make a cuff from a leather boot

June 30, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

I am pleased to share with you Nellie’s first tutorial she posted on her blog The Reconstructed Life. She shared a great post where she showed how to make a rockin’ cuff from a leather boot. Great job! Look … Read More ...

How to make a recycled vintage scarf flower

May 27, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

Check out the fast and easy tutorial Beth shared at her blog The Modern Lay on how to make a recycled scarf flower that is her entry into the Iron Craft Challenge.… Read More ...

How to sew a recycled clothing rosette covered purse

May 23, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

Over at the Laura’s blog Come Together Kids you will find her in detailed tutorial on how to recycle an old shirt and pants into a cute rosette covered purse. Clearly her little one was thrilled with her new … Read More ...

How to make a draft dodger out of mens neckties

May 19, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

No matter where you live there are times when you want to keep air in or out and draft dodgers are a great help. Erica sent in a link to her blog post at Recycled Sewing where she made a … Read More ...

How to make a recycled baby bonnet purse

May 18, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

Over at the blog Born Again Creations there is a post on how to turn two baby bonnets into a cute draw string purse. What I love about this project is that babies use their bonnets for such a … Read More ...

How to make a super easy recycled tie to dress up your dog

March 25, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

I’m wondering if this is the next fun trend…ties! last week was a faux St. Patrick’s Day tie for your favorite 2 legged friend and now thanks to Erika of the blog Sew Doggy Style she shared a great tutorial … Read More ...

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