Happy Earth Day! Let’s face it if you are reading this you celebrate Earth Day every day like I do. This unusual “tool” for painting a abstract modern Earth looks like it would be a great way to make cards … Read More ...
Twine Wrapped Easter Egg Holder Upcycle DIY
Do you like zen projects that can take a bit of time but are relaxing? Then I bet you will like this this great way to recycle those cheap plastic eggs you see at Easter time! Twine wrapped plastic eggs … Read More ...
How To Stop Mason Jar Lids From Rusting
This is just a great tip- using a plastic lid from a peanut butter jar with a mason jar when storing in the freezer to prevent rust. As we all try to reduce our single use containers- storage in pretty … Read More ...
How to make a recycled denim pocket Easter bunny
What a great spin on an Easter basket….bunny. It is amazing how many projects you can make with recycled denim and the pockets. Hop on over to the blog Salvage sister and mister for the step by step tutorial and … Read More ...
How to make an upcycled Spring Easter bunny decoration
The cutest thing about this spring bunny is the way his head wobbles when you touch it. He’s made from scraps I had lying around. I even made the spring from old garden wire. The bunny is a lovely simple … Read More ...
How to make a recycled Plastic Egg Carton Wreath
Don’t toss those clear plastic egg cartons, you can remove the cups and make a darling fresh as spring wreath. Pop on over to Whimziville for the step by step tutorial on how to make a recycled plastic egg carton … Read More ...
How to make a light constellation luminary
OK, this is just too cool and educational! I generally simply look up at the night sky and enjoy the stars without knowing much about the specifics of location and names but that could change with these cool cube constellation … Read More ...
Super easy way to make epoxy and glitter jewelry
Epoxy can have the perception of being a challenging material to work with. I am a little intimidated by it. But it is on my list to experiment with using molds. Well, this tutorial that uses tape, wire and glitter … Read More ...
How to paint sprinkle Easter Eggs
I love creating unique Easter eggs. Eggs simple make such a fun surface for painting, decoupage, dip dying, drawing and lots more techniques. Roll on over to the blog Let’s Mingle for the tutorial on how to paint sprinkles on … Read More ...
How to make a recycled jar fairy house
Have you seen fairy doors out and about? I saw a story on TV about them and was thinking about how I might make one for a St. Patrick’s Day decoration. When I was out looking for ideas I found … Read More ...
How to make and display yarn hearts
Today is almost a three-fer. At first I loved the fluffy yarn hearts, and then the way they were displayed was a great idea that I could use all over my house for all sorts of things. And I use … Read More ...
Easy scrap plaid and lace scarf
Projects that use lots of leftovers and recycled old cloths are some of my favorites. This scarf uses two plaid fabrics and lace trim. I bet once you get started you won’t be able to stop and everyone you know … Read More ...
HOP TO IT Easter sign made with die cut letters and an office supply
Today is the first day of lent so that means I can officially start crafting for Easter and I whipped up this HOP TO IT sign with 6 inch letter dies, a bit of scrapbook paper, and of … Read More ...
How to make an easy MOM gate fold Mother’s Day card
I am thinking ahead to Mother’s Day and if you are too how about this for a fun big MOM card that can be made out of virtually any paper combo and I used 6 inch letter dies along with … Read More ...
How to make stamps out of recycled buttons
I recently have been gifted three types of clay; air dry clay, Super Sculpy, and a clay that will need to be fired. This means that the universe is supporting my interest in expanding my art endeavors into a … Read More ...