I do a lot of casting and I’m always trying new materials, molds and inclusions so this info is so helpful! Over at Artsy Pretty plants she has tried all sorts of combos and explains when you would want to … Read More ...
Fun way to feature an enamel pin from the Craft Gossip Shop on a necklace charm
I scored this timely “Grow a Pair” ovary pin on the Craft Gossip Shop. I loved the design and I want to wear it all the time so I wanted to convert it into a pendant for a necklace. … Read More ...
How to make a giant Hershey Kiss filled with chocolates
Playing with the size of an object can be a lot of fun and it’s always interesting to see how things look when they are either super-sized or made tiny. In today’s project, we’re going to be taking the adorable … Read More ...
How to make a melted plastic cup rainbow decoration
I bet you’ve seen tutorial on how to cut and melt thin plastic disposable cups but today’s project features a reuse for the heavy plastic cups. I bet this is a great way to use them after the dishwasher has … Read More ...
How to make recycled stamp ink applicators
Sometimes one tool for a craft can be easily repurposed into another tool for the same craft. That is just what today’s post is all about. These pretty wood handles are originally found on rubber stamps. They work great when … Read More ...
How to make a popsicle stick lantern
It’s always fun when you can make a project that you can then customize with your own art or your kiddo’s art. Being that this project uses tracing paper you can trace all sorts of things to make this fun … Read More ...
How to make crystal geodes in recycled egg shells
I am nuts for geodes and crystals
. I am also in love with molds and casting things out of all sorts of materials. This idea for casting geodes out of recycled eggshells is beyond cool!. So this weekend when … Read More ...
How to use recycled styrofoam to make stamps for block printing
I just started carving my own stamps for block printing. And I am hooked! I love this idea for using recycled styrofoam to carve images with a pencil. It looks like a great way to practive and experiment. Pop on … Read More ...
How to make a paper whistle
Some people can whistle and some cannot. This fun paper project will make it so everyone can whistle. This might be a fun project to make for Valentine’s Day to give or make with all your friends. Pop on over … Read More ...
Recycled box string art heart for Valentine’s Day
When I first spotted this project I thought it was a stitching project made by poking holes in a cardboard box. If you aren’t up for nailing into a wooden box I bet you could do it with poking holes … Read More ...
How to upcycle fabric scraps with natural dyes
There are many ways to reuse, recycle and repurpose fabric scraps. Over at the blog La Creative Mama you can see a great tutorial on how to use natural dyes to upcycle fabric or make new fabric look vintage and … Read More ...
Shine Up Your Holiday Decor with This Easy DIY Gold Leaf Tutorial on a recycled bottle
Who doesn’t love an easy, quick, upcycled decor project? Pop on over to the link sent in by the crafter at List in Progress where you will learn how to apply gold leaf (or silver, copper…) to any glass item … Read More ...
How to make an upcycled steampunk Nutcracker for Christmas decorating
With Christmas just around the corner and a clever crafter sent in this fun project. She wanted to make a nutcracker to go with her decorations. This is a very quick and easy project to make the base, which took … Read More ...
How to make adorable recycled TP tube Indian corn decorations for Thanksgiving
If you are thinking, “Here she goes again” you are right! I can’t believe that I keep finding new recycled things to make with the magical TP paper tube. Today’s project is great to do with the kiddos. I bet … Read More ...
Book Review – DIY T-Shirt Crafts: From Braided Bracelets to Floor Pillows, 50 Unexpected Ways to Recycle Your Old T-Shirts
Transform old T-shirts into trendy accessories–in 60 minutes or fewer!
Creating something useful and stylish doesn’t have to take ages or require expensive supplies. From an Easy Twisted Headband to Round Lounge Pillows, DIY T-Shirt Crafts
teaches you how to … Read More ...