Using the pocket part of a pair of jeans in projects is so fun. I really like how Pam used a modified log cabin/ crazy quilt style to make concentric squares to frame the pocket. Pop on over to the … Read More ...
How to make recycled sock monsters
These would be just perfect for all those random socks that have lost their mate. Pop on over to the blog Ef Zin Creations to see lots of cute pictures of the two sock monsters and for the link to … Read More ...
How to make a recycled t-shirt pillow
I know that making pillows with t-shirts is one of those classic recycled projects but I wanted to share this one because I simple love the scale of the image on the t-shirt and how great it looks as a … Read More ...
How to make a recycled felted sweater bookmark
As a big fan of stitching and recycled wool felt the book Doodle Stitching Embroidery and Beyond is my kind of book! The first project I made was the cutwork felt bookmark. I new I would be using it with … Read More ...
How to embroider a plastic flower pot
I simply love finding new surfaces to stitch on and that is just what Maria sent in. Check out the blog Infinity Blend for a a great tutorial on how to stitch on a plastic flower pot. I can’t … Read More ...
How to make a recycled prom dress skirt
In general prom dresses only get worn once. Why not change that and take your scissors to that beautiful fabric and make a skirt you can wear a bunch. Angela sent in a link to the post at Fleece Fun … Read More ...
How to make textured vases and a door muffler
Heidi sent in this link to a fun tutorial at Muslin and Merlot on how to make recycled texture vases. While I was there I also spotted something I had never seen before but makes great sense- door mufflers!
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How to make a recycled hat purse
Just when you think you are safe to get rid of something you see a great way another clever crafter has used it in a new way that you would actually use. That is the case with this old fur … Read More ...
How to make little pants from big ones
OK does this photo not warm your heart or what? This mommy let her little guy get in on the recycled sewing project. Pop on over to the blog Green Issues by Agy to see her tutorial on how to … Read More ...
How to make a recycled glove stuffed animal
This little cute guy reminds me of the “Guess How Much I Love You” bunny. If you think it’s cute too and have a lone glove laying around that you are saving for a project pop on over to the … Read More ...
How to make a recycled blanket doggie snuggle sack
I always giggle when an animal is under blankets and moving around, my bunnies did it and I don’t know why but it’s funny! If you have a little (or big) animal who likes to snuggle under blanks I bet … Read More ...
How to make recycled sweater bunnies
Today is all about the cute. Hop on over to the blog SweaterDoll for a tutorial on how to make a cute bunny out of a recycled sweater. I bet you could make all sorts of animals using this … Read More ...
How to upcycle an old t-shirt with embroidery overlay
This is such an amazing idea! I never thought of using embroidery to brighten and give new life to an old t-shirt but that is just what you can do. Pop on over to the blog buttons and paint to … Read More ...
How to upcycle a sweater with sequins
First I have to say I love this photo! Next pop on over to the blog Kittenhood for a fun and easy tutorial on how to upcycle a sweater some sequins and a bit of stitching.… Read More ...
How to make a recycled sweater and doily sunglass case and win a copy of Zakka Handmades
Today I have a twofer for you. Pop on over to Craftside for a tutorial on how to make a recycled sunglass case out of a wool felted sweater and doily and get yourself in the running for a copy … Read More ...