We have all seen jewelry featuring recycled Scrabble tiles but this way to use the tile holders and the Scrabble board
to display them is positively wonderful. I bet this would work to display all sorts of art and cards? … Read More ...
Embellish wicker charger plates with a bit of paint
OK, I’ll admit I am not really a fan of these wicker charger plates. Just not really my thing. But with a cool paint job I might just change my opinion. Pop on over to the blog Delineate Your Dwelling … Read More ...
Great collection of 30 paper mache projects
I am fascinated with making dimensional shapes with paper and fiber. The collection of projects featured at Homesthetics is a wealth of inspiration. I particularly like these egg-like shapes. I like that they are a simple black and white color … Read More ...
How to make a tea pot pin cushion and supply holder
I’ve seen a lot of things converted into a pin cushion but never one that could be hidden in such a fun way. Pop on over to the blog Sadie Seasongoods for her great tutorial on how to make a … Read More ...
How to make vintage book page bookmarks
Are you looking for ideas on what to make with your vintage book pages like me? Well, these bookmarks are fun, slightly ironic, and educational. The idea of making bookmarks out of recycled book pages is simply brilliant as far … Read More ...
How to make a smartphone projector
Did you grow up watching slide shows of the family trips and past holidays? I did and boy were they fun. The laughing at what people were wearing and silly things that we all did. If you would like to … Read More ...
Giveaway of a Walnut Hollow wood round and how to make a shot glass tray
Do you like to make things with wood? Do you (or your dad) have a shot glass collection? Over at the Walnut Hollow blog there is a tutorial on how to drill perfect holes in wood that make this rustic … Read More ...
How to make computer key jewelry
Snarky jewelry is so fun to make and wear. If you think so too pop on over to the blog Mich L. In L.A. for a great tutorial on how to make recycled computer key jewelry. You can make … Read More ...
How to make a plastic spoon flower necklace
If I hadn’t titled this post plastic spoon flower would you have ever guessed it was made with ordinary white plastic spoons? I never would have guessed. Pop on over to the blog Keralites to see how to make a … Read More ...
How to re-purpose an old canvas with a stenciled quote
Since I simply LOVE quotes this tutorial on how to recycle an old painting and create new art that features a quote is my new favorite tutorial. Not only is this a cool painting technique it also features a great … Read More ...
How to make recycled clothes pin spring bead bails
Yup you read right! The clever crafter at Los Abalorios made this pretty jewelry that uses the hing part of the clothes pin to hold the pretty beads in a cool industrial look. Pop on over to her blog and … Read More ...
How to make scalloped ball earrings out of recycled Nespresso cup
Yes! These pretty little bead balls are made with the metal rim of the individual Nespresso coffee cups. Pop on over to the blog Craft and Fun to see the step-by-step tutorial on how to make this pretty metal bead… Read More ...
How to make an American flag with mason jars
With 4th of July just around the corner the red, white and blue is popping up all over. I love how the clever crafter at the blog It All Started With Paint created a flag motif on 3 mason jars. … Read More ...
12 ways to make cases for glasses
Well, I am now part of the tribe that needs reading glasses…..can you say “UG”? What a pain in the tooshie. So I now have to carry them and I thought I’d make a bunch of cute cases so they … Read More ...
More than 100 homemade paint recipes
I am totally succeeding at my New Year’s resolution to get back to painting. Both art and my house 🙂 I have been working in acrylics but I thought I might branch out a bit and I found this site … Read More ...