I bet if you are reading this blog you collect something…and if I had to guess you probably collect several things. And you know what? Collections of things are great for decorating for the holidays. In this photo for instance … 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 ...
How to make a a recycled box candle nicho with doors
Nicho or niche is a great addition to a battery powered candle. These are a great way to decorate for Halloween or Christmas depending on how you embellish the surfaces. Pop on over to the blog Right Now Crafts for … Read More ...
Adorable way to wrap treats like bats for Halloween
Sometimes the wrapping is better than what’s inside. I think that is the case with these adorable bats that contain candy for Halloween. I bet these would look great displayed even before tearing into them to enjoy the treats. Fly … Read More ...
How to make recycled Halloween Shrines
This adorable project utilizes a few of my favorite craft items, recycled cereal boxes and battery powered tea lights. The possibilities of what you put in these illuminated shrines is endless. Pop on over to the blog A. R. Danziger … Read More ...
Book Review – Upcycling: 20 Creative Projects Made from Reclaimed Materials
Ever thought about transforming that rusty old item in the garage into something awesome to impress your dinner guests, or fancied refurbishing the random old dining chair in the shed but don’t have the tools or know-how? Discover your inner … Read More ...
How to make adorable recycled tin can Halloween spiders
Nothing beats wiggle eyes in 2 sizes to make something cute quickly. Throw in some Halloween candy and a recycled tin can and you are pretty much good to go. Pop on over to the blog Kid’s Craft Room for … Read More ...
How to make fun witch curled toe shoes
Got an old pair of medium healed slip on dress shoes? Can’t remember the last time you wore them? Yah, me too. Step on over to the post by Seeing Things on Instructables for a great tutorial on how to … Read More ...
How to make a rainbow of retro crafty Christmas candles
I love the retro look of these adorable paper tube and pipe cleaner Christmas candles. And making them in a rainbow of colors is just too festive! Start saving up all your recycled tubes and packaging of all sizes so … Read More ...
How to easily make a masking tape glowing hand cast
Making a Halloween decoration that is based on your own hand really makes it special and custom not to mention when it glows it is super spooky! Pop on over to the website Wholesale Halloween Costumes for the step by … Read More ...
Super easy tutorial on how to paint realistic eyeballs on rocks for Halloween
I have a lot of eyeball decorations I put out for Halloween. In the last year I have been painting a lot of rocks so this tutorial is perfect for this years’ Halloween decorating project. “Eye roll” on over to … Read More ...
How to make glowing specimen jars for Halloween
These cool glowing specimen jars start with recycled jars and use something I didn’t know existed- waterproof battery operated lights! I bet they could be used for all sorts of decorations and centerpieces. Pop on over to the blog Little … Read More ...
Book Review – Eco-Christmas Craft Book, The: 30 stylish festive projects that wont hurt the planet
Learn to make beautiful, stylish Christmas decorations using eco-friendly materials that won’t cost a fortune or harm the planet!
If you love Christmas, you’ll love this book! It’s filled with lots of ideas to create … Read More ...
How to stamp ghosts with marshmallows
I think we’ve all stamped with carved potatoes or apples but have you stamped images and made art with marshmallows? I haven’t. I think it’s fun that the marshmallow is white and looks like a ghost. After you are done … Read More ...
How to make a pretty scrap fabric pumpkin
What I like about this project is how random and unexpected the colors and types of fabric the designer chose to use. I tend to go much more color coordinated with my projects so this one will be my new … Read More ...