I like to swap out the things I look at a lot….and I mean a lot! So finding ways to simply pop in a picture or a page from a magazine or my latest collage is always on my mind. … Read More ...
Rescue, Restore, Redecorate: Amy Howard’s Guide to Refinishing Furniture and Accessories
Rescue, Restore, Redecorate: Amy Howard’s Guide to Refinishing Furniture and Accessories is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to bring their furniture back to life. Whether you’re an experienced DIY-er or just starting out, this book is packed full … Read More ...
Old boxes, egg shells and more make wonderful art
I have saved some egg shells broken in half. I was going to use them to sculpt and caste with but this idea for painting the inside and using in a collage might be added to the list. Pop on … Read More ...
Cool way to combine weaving and clay
I have tried combining wire with my ceramic projects but I haven’t tried making a whole weaving piece within a piece of ceramics. Today’s project does just that in the most colorful way possible as seen in this spectacular photo. … Read More ...
How to make recycled trophy place card holders
These days kids get lots of trophies. Maybe you are doing a big clean out before said kiddo is going off to college. Wouldn’t it be fun to take all those trophies and use them to decorate the table at … Read More ...
How to cast shapes with recycled Styrofoam
I have a big stash of silicone molds. I love working with them as they are so flexible that anything is easy to get out. The old hard plastic candy molds worked great with chocolate and soap but other things … Read More ...
Surprise material really “pops” with this jewelry transformation
There are a lot of ways to transform plastic into new and pretty things. The cool thing about this recycled plastic project is which plastic is used and how it creates a texture. “Pop” (literally) over to the blog The … Read More ...
Book Review – Flea Market Fabulous: Designing Gorgeous Rooms with Vintage Treasures
Oh boy, where do I even begin with this one? Flea Market Fabulous: Designing Gorgeous Rooms with Vintage Treasures by Lara Spencer is the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to turn their home into a boho chic paradise, but … Read More ...
Business card ideas can be transformed into other fun art and craft ideas
These are business cards that have been watercolor painted then stamped with the person’s info. How cool is that? This just might be my weekend project. If you like art and craft ideas that come from other places like this … Read More ...
Modern patterned recycled cardboard and TP tube sculptures
I have posted other recycled cardboard sculpture crafts but today’s really caught my eye for two reasons. The first is the fun way simple patterns created on the surfaces really made this look modern and fun. The second was using … Read More ...
Simple way to make a big impact with a collection of small pictures
I work both big and small. This display does both! It makes an overall large effect with small images. You simply use large fields of color in different shades. This could be achieved with paper, fabric or paint. Pop on … Read More ...
Negative film strips make great modern style earrings
I’ve seen some great projects that use the whole negative film strip but I’ve never seen a project that just uses the side edges. These are so delicate and look so cool! Pop on over to the blog The Refab … Read More ...
Old school supplies make great minimal wall art
I’m in the middle of a big clean out and This idea for hanging a variety of lengths of sharpened pencils by an old promotional wood ruler is such a fun way to use all those old pencils I seem … Read More ...
Book Review – Create Naturally: Go Outside and Rediscover Nature with 15 Makers
“Create Naturally: Go Outside and Rediscover Nature with 15 Makers” is an inspiring book that teaches you how to tap into your creative potential by reconnecting with nature. This book is for anyone who wants to unleash their … Read More ...
How to make your own mini illuminated constellation
Lighting based on nature is such a great combo. Better yet making it with a recycled jar just puts it in my to make world. Pop on over to the blog Ideas 2 Live 4 for the step by step … Read More ...