Candy corns are some of the best themes for Halloween decorations. I have used them for several years. This year when I am focusing on big out door decorations as only I will pretty much see my inside ones these … Read More ...
Up-cycled Bottle – Christmas Song Sheet Decoration
This Christmas tutorial shows you how to take an upcycled Wine bottle or Whiskey bottle and create a handmade Christmas decoration. The tutorial can be found in the recycled crafts section of our sister site Craftbits.com
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How to make a recycled embroidery hoop spider web for Halloween
Are you in full Halloween decorating mode? I just started with my Halloween pillows. My neighborhood is looking very spooky! Need a fun and easy project to get you started or add to your already in progress? Why not try … Read More ...
How to make recycled book page and tissue paper pendants
These look like beautiful beach glass with letters and words bu tit isn’t! It is easy to make pendants with resin and tissue. Pop on over to the blog Snapping Monsters for the step by step tutorial on how to … Read More ...
How to make a custom Ouija board
Can I just say how much I love this young Youtuber Rebecca? She has created a fun how-to video that includes all the best elements of you want in your tutorial videos. She is fun and entertaining, she does awesome … Read More ...
Paint clothes pins to look like pencils and then play word games
These clothes pins
are so darn cute. And what makes learning more fun than having fun elements to use along with learning. Well, even if you don’t use them as a learning tool as they are featured they are still … Read More ...
How to make recycled tree branch succulent planters
Not that I need more projects but these are just amazing! Not to mention creating a whole collection is so dramatic. Maybe making them on a pedestal would make a cool succulent Christmas tree? Pop on over to the blog … Read More ...
How to make recycled candy box bookmarks
Every once and a while someone donates a bunch of bookmarks to my little free library and I always get a kick out of them. I think it’s a nice touch. This idea for transforming recycled candy boxes with a … Read More ...
How to make a recycled mixed media steampunk lamp and clock
Most of the time I like my recycled craft and art projects on the quick and easy side but this one looks like a fun relaxing one that could take some “zen” time. This mixed media steampunk lamp has been … Read More ...
Recycled Styrofoam cups make a fun math teaching tool
I know we are all trying not to use Styrofoam these days but occasionally it can’t be avoided. So when I spotted this great math teaching tool made from them I thought that it looked like a great way to … Read More ...
How to make mono prints with scrim fabric
Loose gauzy fabric can make some really interesting patterns because you stretch it out and pull holes and shapes in it. What great way to make backgrounds for collages and paintings. Pop on over to the blog Hand Printed for … Read More ...
smART Sketcher and cell phone are the easiest way to transfer images
Today I have a fun new device to tell you about and show you how easy and fast it is to use. Meet the smART Sketcher. All you do is download the smARTt Sketcher App and you are ready … Read More ...
Easiest recycled necklace charm bail
Could this be any simpler? I don’t think so. So you now have no excuse in transforming all your stash of pretty buttons, single earrings and other bits of this and that into amazing new jewelry. I know I will … Read More ...
How to make mini Yarn skeins
These mini skeins of yarn could be used in so many ways including as earrings like in this photo. Pop on over to the blog Bacon time with hungry hypo to see how to make these tiny little cute skeins … Read More ...
Great collection of ways to use PVC pipe in unexpected ways
Kids only use these types of plastic riding toys for a short time. They can get sun bleached if they stay out in the sun. I am part of a Freecycle list on Facebook and these types of toys get … Read More ...