This is such a lovely combination of wire, a heart shaped stone and a piece of driftwood. I bet it would make a great Valentine’s Day decoration or a gift for a special someone. If you like the look of … Read More ...
Happy New Year! Yes, it will be with pretty things we make
How ever you celebrated last night, big or small or fast asleep today is the first day of a new year. The best way I know how to have a good day is by making something. There are lots of … Read More ...
How to paint recycled jars into Kawaii rainbow cuteness
Right now I can’t think of a better project than one that contains smiling faces. Am I right? And it doesn’t get any cuter than Kawaii. Take that stash of mason jars you’ve been saving for a craft project…I know … Read More ...
Recycled paper plate New Year’s Eve Countdown Ball
New Year’s Eve has a special feel this year as so many of us really want to put 2020 in the rear view mirror and move onto a new year that holds so much hope. This fun ball drop countdown … Read More ...
How to make a recycled cupcake paper New Year’s Dragon
I think we are all looking forward to a New Year and the changes we hope it will bring. Now I know dragons are part of Chinese New Year but why not mix things up and make one for this … Read More ...
How to make mini rolls of tp perfect to make a Christmas ornament
Toilet paper is pretty much one of the most memorable items of 2020. Why not commemorate it in a mini project? I bet these would look darling as a tiny ornament or added to some other item. Pop on over … Read More ...
Free printable for 3-d Christmas trees
I bet these 3-d Christmas trees would be fun to make with recycled Christmas cards. Pop on over to the blog Hattifant for the free printable and tutorial on how to make 3-d paper Christmas trees. They look great … Read More ...
How to make an adorable recycled hanger Christmas tree
Maybe you only have room for a table top tree and not much room to store it year round? Solution-grab some hangers from your closet and some tinsel and lights and pop on over to the blog Thoughts of a … Read More ...
Group Christmas tree craft
I am a big fan of projects that each person can do their own thing and then all the elements come together to make one big thing. Such is the case with this big Christmas tree made out of individual … Read More ...
How to fold recycled book page Christmas angels
I’ve made a lot of recycled book folded Christmas trees but I’ve never seen angels made with recycled book pages…especially ones that are so easy. Pop on over to the blog Mentootlet for the tutorial on how to make a … Read More ...
How to make stone buttons
I love crafting and making art with rocks. This idea for making buttons with rocks adds yet another functional use to these pretty nature collectables. Rock and roll over to the blog The Haby Goddess for the tutorial on how … Read More ...
How to make garden art flowers…or mid-century modern winter decor?
I like alliums flowers so this project on its own is cool but what I really imagined when I saw this project was making them in white and silver so they would look like mid-century modern snowballs or snowflakes on … Read More ...
Crafting with Wooden Crates and Pallets: 25 Simple Projects to Style Your Home
You don’t have to be a carpenter or a home improvement expert to undertake these twenty-five projects, which combine elements of crafting and woodworking. Step-by-step instructions, accompanied by full-color photos, explain how to build surprisingly simple, attractive, and inexpensive indoor … Read More ...
Wonderful ways to re-purpose doilies for the holidays
Doilies have to be one of my all time favorite things to work with. I like both paper doilies and crocheted doilies. These darling Christmas trees made with paper doilies are easy enough to make a whole bunch and give … Read More ...
How to paint easy winter wonderland art
If you are looking for a unique and modern touch to add to your home decor, then you should definitely try making these elegant salt-painted trees. They are incredibly easy to make, even for someone who is not an … Read More ...