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How to make a recycled sweater Infinity Scarf

February 9, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

Cozy on up and check out this great tutorial sent in by Erin on how to sew an infinity scarf from a recycled sweater posted at the blog The Runcible Spoon.… Read More ...

Recycled Hanger and T-shirt Chinese New Year wall hanging

February 8, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

The Chinese New Year is such a fun time to make crafts and decorations for. Check out this bright red wall hanging made from a hanger (OK I’m giggling typing that) and a t-shirt. For the tutorial on how to … Read More ...

How to make a recycled ruffled and pocket pillow

January 31, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

Over at the blog Hungry Hippie there is the tutorial on how to make this too cute rainbow ruffled pillow with an iPod pocket on the back. Check out Natalie’s super pictures and sewing instructions for this denim and t-shirt … Read More ...

How to make a recycled dog collar…..literally!

January 27, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

OK first pick yourself up off the floor when you stop giggling at this great and appropriate blog name-Sew Doggy Style. Then pop on over for Erika’s super easy tutorial on how to make a recycled collar for your dog… Read More ...

How to sew raw-edge applique flowers on the bottom edge of jeans

January 14, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

Bloomin’ good I must say! Check out this excellent tutorial  for how to sew raw-edge applique on the bottom edge of a pair of denim pants. Jenny included a great tip for removing the inside seam with her design. Check … Read More ...

How to make a recycled sweater Valentine heart wreath

January 12, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

This is so pretty for so many reasons! I love the red and white color combo and the heart shape, but most of all that it’s made from recycled sweaters, fabric and a wire hanger! See how to make a … Read More ...

How to make a recycled plaid tablecloth flower

December 29, 2010 by Stefanie Girard

Over at the blog With Joy there is a cute tutorial on how to make this recycled table cloth and tulle flower embellishment. I also just love she turned a strip of the tablecloth into a fancy draw string for … Read More ...

How to make a recycle jean pocket banner

November 30, 2010 by Stefanie Girard

The back pockets of jeans are such a fun shape to work with in recycled crafts. Check out this fun banner tutorial over at the blog Yesterday on Tuesday that Malia shared with us.… Read More ...

How to make a recycled rolled newspaper sword and bandanna skirt

October 14, 2010 by Stefanie Girard

This post over at Alphamom was posted for Talk like a pirate Day but I think both of the tutorials would make great costume element for Halloween. Pop on over to this link to see how to make a rolled … Read More ...

Spook-tacular Recycled t-shirt tote tutorial

October 12, 2010 by Stefanie Girard

Over at Phyllis Dobbs’s blog she designed this cute Halloween tote made from a recycled t-shirt. Pop on over to this post for her fabulous tutorial.

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Looking for more ways to refashion t-shirts? check out … Read More ...

How to take apart a sweater and unravel it into yarn

September 16, 2010 by Stefanie Girard

Have you ever wondered how to take a sweater apart so you could re-knit the yarn? Well thank Ashley from the blog Neauveau for sending in a link to her wonderful tutorial! I can just hear sweaters all over the … Read More ...

How to sew upcycled boys hats

September 3, 2010 by Stefanie Girard

These hats are so cute and the boys are too! Well, tough guy cute if there is such a thing! Cheri of the blog I am Momma Hear Me Roar sent in this link to her awesome project that she … Read More ...

How to transform a traditional sweater into a rose embellished bolero

August 2, 2010 by Stefanie Girard

Maya sent in this great post on how to transform a standard sweater into a cute rose embellished bolero. See how to do it at this post at the blog Little Treasures.

[tags]rose bolero sweater tutorial[/tags]… Read More ...

How to make a knotted embellished T-shirt

July 26, 2010 by Stefanie Girard

Stylin’ for sure. I love the way the Cheri of the blog “I am Momma Hear me roar” recycled two t-shirts and made this super stylish new one. Pop on over to this post at her blog to get the … Read More ...

How to make curly pom poms and hat from a recycled sweater

July 2, 2010 by Stefanie Girard

Do you love making your own pom poms to coordinate with you projects? I do. I made this hat and pom pom from a recycled sweater. Pop on over to this post at Craftside to see the full tutorial. While … Read More ...

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