Mask tutorials are all over the place right now but I thought I’d share one of my faves. This one is one piece, no-sew and created out of a recycled t-shirt. If you have a pair of scissors and an … Read More ...
How to make prints with recycled styrofoam
I’ve made prints by carving depressions in styrofoam but not cutting all the way through but this sure looks easy and looks like you get a great print. Pop on over to the Gelli Arts blog to see the tutorial … Read More ...
How to make a Sugru mouldable glue and recycled button ring
I have something so fun to share with you today. There is this new mouldable glue called Sugru that comes in lots of colors and is so easy to work with. I love using old single earrings and buttons to … Read More ...
Crochet tp cozy that will make you giggle (hopefully)
Here is a throw back craft that is also a bit of pop art meets surrealism meets current obsession. I created this tp cozy that looks like a roll of toilet paper back in 2009 and I still keep my … Read More ...
Art prints from collages using ElephantStock
I was so excited when ElephantStock offered me a complimentary printing of my work for review. This has been on my “to-do” list for awhile. They have so many options of sizes and shapes to choose from to make prints … Read More ...
Frugal Easy Last-Minute Valentine’s Gift
This easy Valentine’s Day craft project only costs a whopping $0.50 and not surprisingly, it’s an upcycled project. Valentine’s Day is a nice holiday, but after the Christmas rush (and exhaustion), you want to keep it simple. Since this is … Read More ...
How to make a 2 part mold
If you want to make a bunch of something but you only have one this tutorial on how to make a mold with just two ingredients may be just the technique for you. I have made push molds (one sided) … Read More ...
How to make a recycled tape measure slap bracelet
I’ve always kind of wondered about the metal that is used in slap bracelets. Now I know maybe a bit more. Broken tape measures can be frustrating but now they can be upcycled into a fun craft with endless possibilities. … Read More ...
Another way to use cling wrap to image transfer
In a previous post I shared a link that explains you to use cling wrap to add an image to fabric. Here is one that shows how to use it to carve an image into a soft surface. I have … Read More ...
How to paint a rose with celery
I love the look of old wall paper floral prints. I have been trying to replicate the look painting and coloring them with colored pencils. When I spotted this stamping a flower with celery I instantly thought of how much … Read More ...
How to alter and print pictures on recycled book pages
Image transfer and printing on recycled paper is always on my mind as a recycled artist and crafter. Over at the blog Simply September there is a tutorial on how to pint on recycled book pages. When my printer is … Read More ...
How to use cling wrap to image transfer onto fabric
Wow! I had no idea you could transfer a paper image onto fabric using two layers of cling wrap. I haven’t tried this but I certainly am going to put this to the top of my “to try” list. Have … Read More ...
Sew simple heart gift bag
A whole new year- tons of new crafts to make! This two wide ribbon heart could be just the project to make with all the leftover ribbon from Christmas gifts. Pop on over to the blog Restyled Junk for the … Read More ...
Shaving Cream painting technique
I know it’s the day after Christmas so that naturally means time to start thinking about all the upcoming holidays in the new year and all the great things you can make in the big 2020! I spotted these pretty … Read More ...
Upcycle pasta to put words on anything!
If you like putting words on things like I do then this idea for using pasta letters to spell out words is beyond easy and cute! I bet they can be glued on anything. Pop on over to the blog … Read More ...