These are so cool! I bet once you start making them you come up with your own patterns and looks depending on what size bottle bases you use and the colors you paint them. Pop on over to the blog … Read More ...
How to make floating chalk prints
This is beautiful! I always love learning new ways to make art with standard materials I already have. I want to try this with both paper and objects. Pop on over to the blog Picklebums for the tutorial on how … Read More ...
How to beautifully preserve a dandelion
I love dandelions but I never thought I could preserve one, I just enjoyed them while outside. That is now changed with this simple recycling idea. Let the wind blow you over to the blog Mud and Bloom for the … Read More ...
How to make a delicate wire and sequin crown
This has to be about the most delicate crown I have ever seen. I like the use of the variety of glitter that is literally sprinkled about the wire. I’m not sure I would make it the way the tutorial … Read More ...
How to make bike streamers for your handlebars
I am participating in a cycling event this weekend and I am planning on making bike streamers for the handlebars with the attendees. I am planning on using hair elastics and yarn but these made from ribbon are so pretty … Read More ...
Yarn and a recycled water bottle make great bracelets
OK, now I have another fun project to make with my yarn scraps. The possibilities are endless. I could even see cutting up old clothes and adding beads to really kick these up! Best yet no one needs to know … Read More ...
Nothing cuter than a bunny butt for outdoor Easter decor
I am currently battling a gopher on par (pun intended) with Bill Murray in Caddyshack so I am spending a lot of time with my lawn and lots of holes. So why not dress up the lawn even further with … Read More ...
How to make a rainbow forest of adorable recycled mushrooms
If one is good, a giant rainbow collection is great! That is just what this field of recycled egg carton mushrooms is. Some of them have other fun recycled elements as their base like pasta noodles and wine corks. Pop … Read More ...
How to make a clothes hanger from a stick
This idea is so cool at full size but I can see making them miniature. How cool would Barbie’s clothes look hanging on these darling little wire and stick hangers? Pop on over to the blog Country Design Style for … Read More ...
I “heart” Valentine’s Day and Vitamin “C”
It truly is the best when you can use all parts of something including the packaging. Using the peal of an orange is not new but using it to make a Valentine decoration I think is…at least to me. Pop … Read More ...
How to make your own dimensional paints perfect for snow effects
I have been collecting what I call my “techniques to try” list for this year to grow my painting vocabulary. These tutorials on ways to add texture and dimension to projects are definitely going on my list. Pop on over … Read More ...
Eco-friendly Christmas ornaments, one with my old favorite supply
Yes, that’s right the glorious TP tube makes a “shiny” new recycled craft. Well, maybe not new but new to me. And can you say easy? All ages of crafter can get in on this recycled tp tube star, especially … Read More ...
Great idea for recycling a household item for easy stamping
I just love when I spot a new way to stamp with a recycled element…especially one I have in my stash like a lint roller. This is perfect for this holiday season and art making on a small and large … Read More ...
How to transfer words onto cheesecloth
As a type artist I am always on the lookout for more ways to transfer words to different surfaces. I never thought about putting words on cheesecloth but wow, what a cool effect. Pop on over to the blog Lynda … Read More ...
How to make silly cone ghost decorations for Halloween
You generally don’t see legs and feet on ghosts but these cute little guys do which make them look like little people dressed up in costume. I also like that they are in color rather than simply white. I also … Read More ...