As more of us need to photograph the stuff we make to share it with all ya’ll a light box becomes something very useful. Why not make your own with a recycled box! See how over at this post at … Read More ...
How to make a Fleece Scarf Gift Cake
I know you all have seen those diaper gift cakes, well the clever crafter Emily of the blog MLE’s ABC’s whipped up a new spin on this charming presentation. She made fleece scarves and combined them with some recycled elements … Read More ...
How to make a Recycled Comic Cell hair clip
Gives new meaning to the phrase “see you in the funnies” I love using male images combined with “fru fru” things like lace and hearts. It just makes me giggle. The Crafty Pirate sent in this great tutorial for whipping … Read More ...
How to transform a traditional sweater into a rose embellished bolero
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.
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How to make a floor mat from straw trivets
Ana of the blog I Made It So sent in this great project she whipped (stitched) up from a bunch of thrift store straw trivets. She turned straw trivets
into a doormat. Pop on over to this post to see … Read More ...
How to make a write on/wipe off calendar
This a great idea being that our lives are always changing, why shouldn’t our schedule boards? See how to recycle a frame with glass into a changeable calendar over at this post. Not only can you change what you … Read More ...
How to make egg carton Mummenschanz and more!
Camillia of the blog Family Chic sent in a great post about spray painting old candle sticks black that’s a super idea. But I thought I would read on at her blog and I suggest you do too. Read about … Read More ...
How to make a recycled fishing pole
The clever crafter of the blog …imagine childhood really got their creativity on in the materials they recycled to create a charming fishing pole.
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How to make a sand covered pencil cup and paperweight from a plastic jar
Are you thinking I’ve lost my mind? What does this adorable dog have to do with recycled crafts? Well pop on over to Macaroni and glitter and you can see a video of this guy and his housemate helping … Read More ...
How to make vintage style trim bobbins from recycled cardboard
Don’t these look like they are straight out of an antique store? Well the designer of these vintage looking sewing trim bobbins posted a great tutorial how to make them yourself from a bit of recycled cardboard. Pop on over … Read More ...
How to make photo blocks from recycle packaging boxes
I love these photo blocks. I have made them out of wood but as the cleaver crafter Bronwyn of the blog Made By Bronwyn states she has a “thrower” so lightweight cardboard boxes were a great substitute. See how she … Read More ...
How to make a recycled book purse
I really like how this book purse made. Most of the book purses I have seen have the spine at the bottom of the purse but this one has the spine at the top. Donna of the blog Quilt in … Read More ...
How to make a framed crayon initial
I love how modern this framed crayon initial looks! The clever crafter Carol of the blog Frugal Life Project needed teacher gifts. What’s a crafty gal to do? Think about cool things that other crafters had shared and give it … Read More ...
Burn Baby Craft-How to singe the eges of satin and organza to make flowers
Over at the blog Little Birdie Secrets there are a who bunch of different styles of flowers made by singing the edges of satin and organza. Pop on over to see the different styles and the how-to. What a great … Read More ...
A bunch of pretty designs made from recycled paper tubes
These are some really cute designs that are made from cardboard tubes. Pop on over to the blog Pane, Amore e Creativita to check out the tutorials and all the designs.
Love working with recycled items? Check out this amazing … Read More ...