I thought I’d celebrate this back to school season by putting together a big Back to School Book Giveaway filled with a whole bunch of fun crafting and drawing books (we all know that schools struggle to keep arts and … Read More ...
Make it Yours with Krylon Contest at Fave Crafts
Over at Fave Crafts there is a fun contest.
Make It Yours®? with Krylon
® this summer and it could be worth $500!
Whether you are working on a holiday creation, recycling an old dresser, or designing a new item … Read More ...
How to upcycle clothes with bleach, lace and even curtains!
In the spirit of The Sound of Music curtains play a big part of this new outfit created by Sheri and shared at the blog Kittenhood. She used bistro lace curtains as an overlay on this denim skirt/oval outfit. See … Read More ...
Winner of Angry Birds Friendship Bracelets Book and DMC Floss
Congrats go out to Terri H. of Las Vegas, NV. She is the winner of the book Angry Birds Friendship Bracelets and a pack of DMC Embroidery Floss. Thanks to all who entered! If you would like to see … Read More ...
How to make a recycled sweater cowl
Even if this project didn’t rock like it does I would be tempted to post it just for the fun photo this crafter shared! But this recycled sweater project does rock and it’s super easy. Pop on over to the … Read More ...
How to make a recycled t-shirt pennant banner
This technique could be used for just about any theme all you need to do is choose the right t-shirt. Alix of the blog Joyaltee created a recycled t-shirt banner using a skull graphic t-shirt which makes it perfect for … Read More ...
How to make an Upcycled ruler Christmas star decoration
I think my favorite part of the back to school season is simply the back to school supply shopping. I am not going back to school or even know anyone who is but the stores are packed full of wonderful … Read More ...
Giveaway: The Paper Hat Book by Alyn Carlson and how to make a bunny cone hat
With Halloween just around the corner The Paper Hat Book: Super Hats for Super Kids could be just the book you need to make darling hats for you and your kids along with fun decorations. Leave a comment in today’s … Read More ...
How to make leggings from a t-shirt
I have personally sewed leggings from t-shirts so I can attest to how easy it is. T-shirts are my favorite fabric to wear and I love to make other garments with the fabric and the great images. If these seems … Read More ...
Weaving with paper plates and plastic cups
Last week I posted a project where the crafter made a loom with a bucket. Today I have some art created by waving on paper plates and plastic cups. My fellow Craft Gossip Editor, JD does this with kids at … Read More ...
How to make melted fabric flowers and ribbon tassels
Today is an another twofer recycled craft project. Pop on over to the link Ashley sent in to the blog 3 Little Greenwoods for not 1 but 2 tutorials that are great for dressing up anything! One tutorial is how … Read More ...
How to make Pantains (Curtains made from pants!)
I love when a crafter is as crafty with their words as they are with their creations. Doesn’t the word “pantains” just make you smile? If you have the need to make a mini set of curtains why not try … Read More ...
How to make recycled golf ball sharks
Are you a fan of shark week or know someone who is? Well if making little sharks seems like a fun project pop on over to the link Mona sent in to the blog Craft Klatch to see the fun … Read More ...
How to make decorative paper bag book covers
I can remember covering all my classmates’ books on the first day of school. I was an awesome folder of paper! I couldn’t spell, but boy could I fold! If making book covers is on your back to school to-do … Read More ...
How to make a Giant knitting loom
I am a big fan of making tools to craft with and making a knitting loom 
with a bucket is just awesome! Pop on over to the link Monica sent in to Squido where there is a tutorial on how … Read More ...