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How to make a recycled St. Patrick’s Day dress and recover a headband

March 12, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

6a00e398202d3d8833017ee908761e970d-800wiOver at the blog The Brass Paperclip Project there are tutorials on how to add straps to a strapless dress and make a matching headband both perfect for St. Patrick’s Day.… Read More ...

How to sew a recycled rice bag tote bag

February 24, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

8183962062_8358605bef I love using packaging to make new things. Check out the awesome tutorial on how to sew a recycled rice bag tote bag over at the blog Just Crafty Enough.

Why should you make your own shopping bags or totes?  … Read More ...

How to make a recycled sweater scarf with sleeves

February 6, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

photomergeThis is fun! And it looks so warm and snuggly. Pop on over to the blog Nelesc Designs for a tutorial on how to sew a recycled sweater scarf with sleeves.… Read More ...

How to make a fold up fabric shopping bag

January 29, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

we_88_best Want to make your own fold up cloth shopping bags? Check out this awesome pattern and tutorial on how to make cloth fold up shopping bags by Nicola.

 

Why should you make your own shopping bags or totes?  Plastic bags… Read More ...

Product Review: Gutermann Recycled Thread Polyester

January 22, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

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I just got back from CHA (Craft & Hobby Association) and I am beyond excited to share one of the most amazing discoveries I came across — Gutermann’s Recycled Polyester Thread! Yes, you heard that right — this high-quality … Read More ...

How to make a wedding pillow

January 16, 2013 by Stefanie Girard

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Elaine Schmidt author of PreCut Patchwork Party: Projects to Sew and Craft with Fabric Strips, Squares and Fat Quarters  has posted a great tutorial on how to make a Something Old & Something New Wedding pillow.… Read More ...

How to make recycled sweater pumpkins

November 12, 2012 by Stefanie Girard

Today I have some “warm and fuzzy” pumpkins made with recycled sweaters perfect for a Thanksgiving decoration. Pop on over to the blog The Country Chic Cottage for the full tutorial on how to make recycled sweater pumpkins.… Read More ...

How to make a cuff from a sandal

October 18, 2012 by Stefanie Girard

I love this cuff and if you do too check out Nellie’s blog the reconstructed life for an awesome and extensive tutorial on how to make a cuff from a sandal.… Read More ...

How to make a recycled t-shirt pillow

September 16, 2012 by Stefanie Girard

Reverse applique is a great technique and using it along with a kid’s outgrown t-shirt is the perfect combo. See the great tutorial Pam of the blog Threading My Way shared on how she recycled her kid’s t-shirt into a … Read More ...

Book Review: How to Make Stuffed Animals

September 11, 2012 by Stefanie Girard

Stuffed animals can be so much fun to make and the ones featured in the new book How to Make Stuffed Animals: Modern, Simple Patterns and Instructions for 18 Projects are beyond cute! Author Sian Keegan is a firm believer … Read More ...

How to make a vintage lace pennant banner

September 5, 2012 by Stefanie Girard

Are you on the banner bandwagon like me? Do you have a stash of lace scraps? Well why not combine the two using the great tutorial Alecia shared at her blog Chicken Scratch on how to make a vintage lace … Read More ...

How to embroider a recycled wood tray

August 30, 2012 by Stefanie Girard

I love it when crafters come up with a way to use a traditional technique on an unusual surface or material. That is just what KariAnne of the blog Thistlewood Farms did when she shared her embroidered wood tray tutorial… Read More ...

How to upcycle a belt with hexagons

August 21, 2012 by Stefanie Girard

Over at Lindsey’s blob LRStitched she shared a great tutorial on how to upcycle a belt with hexagonss.… Read More ...

Recycle a zipper tote into a bicycle handle bar bag

August 7, 2012 by Stefanie Girard

Emma of the blog Crafty Couple shared a great way to make a recycled vinyl zipper tote into a bicycled handle bar bag.… Read More ...

How to make a McQueen inspired purse

August 2, 2012 by Stefanie Girard

Over at the blog A Matter of Style Alessia shared her great McQueen inspired purse she made from a placemat! Pop on over to see her inspiration and follow the link to her tutorial on how to make a McQueen … Read More ...

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