Grab some papers that are about to head to the recycle bin and whip up a few of these Five Minute Notebooks. I wish I’d have seen these a month ago – I’d have added them to the list … Read More ...
Milk Carton Coin Purse
For those who still carry around a ton of change (I’m one of you!), make yourself a great coin purse using an old milk carton! Be sure to rinse out first, though.… Read More ...
Tea Light Holder
A Little Hut has tons of great recycling projects available. One of the most recent is this great candle holder idea!… Read More ...
Christy’s Craft Challenge Deadline!
There’s just about one week left before signups close on Christy’s Craft Challenge. I’m participating, and I’m hoping to see a few of you show up in the Flickr pool with me! If you’ve signed up, comment … Read More ...
Easter Rattle Snake
After the egg hunt is over, unless you save those plastic things year after year, you’re going to have a metric ton of empty eggs left in a pile. Once the candy is out (and most likely eaten), rather than … Read More ...
Juice Box IPhone Case
For those of you lucky enough to have an IPhone, consider making a more unique case for it than the typical (read: overpriced and not at all unique!) cases you can buy in stores. Randomly Ross has a great Flickr-based … Read More ...
Two Weeks ‘Til My Wedding!
Popping in really fast on a Sunday to let you all know that posting may be a little strange for the next two to three weeks. With my wedding coming up at the end of the month (YAY!) I’m trying … Read More ...
Tap Shoe Necklace
If you’re like me, you’ve got more memories of dance studios than classrooms from your growing up years. And while I may not miss the pointe shoes or the tens of thousands of leotards I had to own, I definitely … Read More ...
Reclaimed Fabric Bags
Gorgeous fabric bags (like the one pictured above) are for sale through Lynx Designs. Each one is unique, made from reclaimed fabric sourced locally in Andalucia, Spain, and for every bag sold a donation is made to help save the … Read More ...
Recycled Soda Can Mirror
This amazing piece of art was made using recycled soda cans. The frame measures 12×12, so I can’t even imagine the hours it took to piece together those pieces of aluminum in a manner that was both artistic and appealing!… Read More ...
Join Me For Christy’s Craft Challenge
A few short weeks ago, I introduced you to Christy and her fabulous monthly craft challenges! I’m not able to participate in the March challenge due to planning and executing my wedding, but I’m super pumped to get in … Read More ...
Cosa Verde
I love reader-submitted e-mails! Recently I received one from Liz of Cosa Verde, who had this to say about her new eco-website!
… Read More ...Our site, Cosa Verde , is a juried showcase for environmentally-friendly, handmade goods available directly from the
Catch-all Box
Everyone needs cute boxes to hold their extra keys, random bobby pins, and so much more! Instead of spening a fortune, grab an old wooden box and the supplies listed in the tutorial at Apartment Therapy, and personalize a … Read More ...
Reusable Snack Bags
With the American economy going into the pooper quickly, many more people are cutting corners to help keep money in their wallets. One of these ways is by bringing their lunch rather than buying it when they’re at work.
This … Read More ...
Mail Storage Grates
For those living in older houses, you know that one of the first things to get updated in a room, unfortunately, are the heating grates. As the heating system is updated, it becomes almost necessary to update the outflow system … Read More ...