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Blind and texture embossing techniques

April 2, 2025 by Stefanie Girard

If you are a fan of adding subtle elements to your art this idea for embossing shapes and textures could be just the technique you will want to try. I haven’t had much success in the past but the tips … Read More ...

Altoid tins make great bases for mini shrines and alters

January 29, 2025 by Stefanie Girard

I seem to have an endless supply of tiny little things. I mostly pop them on a shelf and then occasionally clean the shelf off and everything ends up in a box. So this idea for making mini shrines or … Read More ...

All sorts of fun ideas for recycling Christmas cards and wrapping paper

December 23, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

I hope you all have a fabulous holiday, whatever you celebrate! After all the celebrating is over why not take all those pretty cards and paper and use them to craft up fun things for New Years and next holiday … Read More ...

How to make a clothes hanger from a stick

February 12, 2024 by Stefanie Girard

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 ...

So many fun ways to get organized!

November 9, 2023 by Stefanie Girard

Can you really be too organized? Yah, right like that could ever happen. But if you can make it fun it just might be a bit better. And better yet organizing in an eco and recycled way with stuff you … Read More ...

How to make a wood slice wall decoration with so many possibilities

November 8, 2022 by Stefanie Girard

I would say this wood slice wall decoration is beautiful and modern just as it is but I feel like there could be so many more ways to use these. I love how they are all different heights.

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Sticks and pine cones make great organic woodland costumes

October 8, 2022 by Stefanie Girard

Maybe this year you aren’t quite into all the plastic Halloween stuff. I actually scored some real skulls from a sculptor that I am using as my Halloween decor. Maybe my costume this year will be organic too. This idea … Read More ...

How to make easy rainbow wind chimes from nature

June 16, 2022 by Stefanie Girard

Looking for a fun project that involves going outside and gathering up some sticks. Sounds like doing a little yard work with a side of fun and colorful reward after. What a great project to create during Pride month. Pop … Read More ...

Fall leaves make adorable squirrel tails for collage art

December 27, 2021 by Stefanie Girard

As I sit here watching my squirrel “kids” eat nuts we put out after the rain I want to make squirrel art. There are lots of leaves down after the rain as well so it is perfect timing to make … Read More ...

Easy and adorable stick and wiggle eyes craft

November 24, 2021 by Stefanie Girard

I dare you to not look at these guys and not smile. You can’t do it! Grab your stash of wiggle eyes and sticks and you are pretty much good to go for making these fun little creatures. Pop on … Read More ...

How to make recycled stick and acorn cap mushrooms for fairy gardens and more!

September 28, 2021 by Stefanie Girard

It is technically fall now, even thought it’s sweltering hot here. That doesn’t mean the acorns are not plentiful and falling all over. Perfect time to gather them up and start making some mini mushrooms with the caps and some … Read More ...

How to transform a fall leaf into an adorable recycled mushroom

September 22, 2021 by Stefanie Girard

I am really looking forward to my trees turning colors this fall. Not so much to see them without leaves but the transformation is stunning. I definitely plan on making some of these adorable mushrooms with recycled book pages and … Read More ...

How to make glowing cracked wood slices

July 30, 2021 by Stefanie Girard

Wood slices are so pretty all by themselves but adding a unique crack in them makes them even better. Adding a colored glowing element makes them modern and magical. Pop on over to the blog Imgur for the great detailed … Read More ...

How to make owls from acorns, seeds and bark

July 6, 2021 by Stefanie Girard

Owls are a favorite animal to collect and decorate with. I have a few lurking around and they are on my list to paint. These darling little organic ones are quickly moving up the to-do list to try. Pop on … Read More ...

Pretty and cute ways to paint and collage with hag stones

June 29, 2021 by Stefanie Girard

I just learned about hag stones (rocks with naturally occurring holes). I had seen them while rock hunting at the beach but now I specifically collected them on my last trip. Roll on over to the blog Bicocacolors to see … Read More ...

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