Or as this clever crafter Mommy calls them “Wizz-ard hats” Oh on the name alone I had to share this idea! Pop on over to Amber’s blog Willow Would where she shared her quick and easy tutorial on how to … Read More ...
Book Review: Criminal Crafts by Miss Demeanor A.K.A. Shawn Bowman
I love my crafts to be unexpected! When a standard object of necessity is created from the unexpected or with an unusual theme I am beyond tickled. This is what you get in every glorious page of Criminal Crafts: From … Read More ...
How to make a recycled thread spool heart decoration
I love old wooden thread spools and the clever crafter Jean of the blog The Quilted Cupcake came up with this fun way to make a heart shaped thread spool decoration. I wonder if there is an easy way to … Read More ...
Fun idea to upcycle a lampshade with scraps and embroidery
Got a plain lampshade and some scraps of fabric and embroidery? Why not upcycle it like Pascale of the blog Palette Et Ribambelle did. Check out more of her embellished lampshade to inspire you to make one of your own. … Read More ...
How to sew a recycled table cloth round pillow and bibs
Old table cloths often have great designs but rarely are in good shape. What’s a girl to do? Why not try this easy tutorial shared by Rebecca of the blog Born Again Creations on how to sew a round pillow … Read More ...
How to make a bunch of cute kid’s clothes from adult pieces
Over at the blog Threading My Way Pam shared a whole bunch of great clothing recycling ideas. See how she turned a bunch of adult clothes into some really cute kid’s clothes.… Read More ...
How to make a recycled leather St. Patrick’s Day shamrock cuff
Looking to make something for St. Patrick’s Day? Here is a project I whipped up using a few bits of recycled leather scraps ( you could use just about anything) and my Sizzix die cutter. See the tutorial on … Read More ...
How to sew a doll dress from a sweater sleeve
Sewing for dolls can be so fun as they aren’t nearly as fussy about fit and you can use such small quantities of textiles without compromising on style and fun. This cute dress for an 18 inch doll designed by … Read More ...
How to sew a skull embellished recycled messenger bag
Today I am featuring the most awesome detail that is included in a great tutorial that is featured at the blog ReStitch Me. Isn’t the use of a zipper as the skull’s teeth awesome!!! She designed and shared a great … Read More ...
How to make a recycled fabric heart pin
If you like to make cute little projects to give to the ones you love in your life this little recycled fabric heart pin is a great idea. Pop on over to Nicola’s blog Pouch for the tutorial and pattern … Read More ...
How to sew recycled pillowcase pj pants
If you are like me and like to whip up projects quick this is the project for you. I love to sew pants that are fun and comfortable and that’s what Brandi of the blog Crafty Girl Squared posted. She … Read More ...
How to make a recycled shag rug dog bed
Sometimes the photography of a recycled project is just as fun as the project. This was my favorite photo over at the blog Sew Doggy Style where Erika featured her tutorial on how to sew a doggy bed from a … Read More ...
How to make a baby head support from a sock
The great thing about this craft is not only can you make it out of a recycled sock but when the baby grows you can recycle the use of the project or take it apart and recycled the sock into … Read More ...
How to make a recycled bottle cap pin cushion
Isn’t this just cute as a button? Oh wait it’s made of buttons! OK I’m a little silly right now. But if you think this is cute like I do and want to make a bunch for yourself pop on … Read More ...
How to sew a recycled shop rag pillow
Run don’t walk out to the garage (but don’t tell the person who washes the cars what you’re doing!) and grab a couple of shop rags. Then pop on over to Tiki’s blog Ribbons Lace and Inspiration to follow the … Read More ...
