I am mad for miniatures…I think I always have been but now I make them all the time out of just about every material I work in. The tiny colorful shrines look like the perfect project to start making now … Read More ...
How to make a giant pencil and adorable pencil shavings
I was looking around for some “artsy” ideas and I spotted a party hat that looked like the tip of a pencil. I then found a tutorial to make a whole giant pencil. These are super easy and looks like … Read More ...
How to make bike streamers for your handlebars
I am participating in a cycling event this weekend and I am planning on making bike streamers for the handlebars with the attendees. I am planning on using hair elastics and yarn but these made from ribbon are so pretty … Read More ...
How to make recycled chalk paint
I recently scored a big container of used sidewalk chalk chunks and I have an idea for a big piece of chalk art that would be better if I could paint it on the ground. Turns out it’s easy to … Read More ...
Yarn and a recycled water bottle make great bracelets
OK, now I have another fun project to make with my yarn scraps. The possibilities are endless. I could even see cutting up old clothes and adding beads to really kick these up! Best yet no one needs to know … Read More ...
Decorate the inside of Easter Eggs for a change
We all think about decorating the outside of Easter eggs but eggs make great containers for little dioramas. To accent the cute little dioramas the edges of the eggs can be wrapped with one of my favorite things- pompom trim! … Read More ...
Leaves make a great canvas
I have written words on leaves and made minimalist arrangements but this idea for painting modern, minimalist art on them looks so pretty and I bet is a very zen project. I bet also it would be interesting to paint … Read More ...
So many simple elements make adorable figures
Every time I look at these fun and silly figures I see another little element that is so unexpected but works perfect, like push pin legs and bead and pin eyeballs. Pop on over to the blog Ines Felix to … Read More ...
Paper plate aquarium and more Earth Day crafts
I recently posted about how to make a DIY embroidery hoop with a plastic lid rim and container, this idea uses the outside of a plate to make the outer frame of an aquarium craft. It is featured at the … Read More ...
Best (and easiest) DIY embroidery hoop
I do a lot of machine embroidery and small fabric collages and I am always looking for ways to exhibit them on a wall. This just might be a great way to do that! Right now it seems like a … Read More ...
Pompom plus baby food jar equals cute Easter treat decoration
Baby food jars are so versatile. This one makes such a great base to make a container body for an Easter chick. Yellow jelly beans are the perfect “chick” color. Hop on over to the blog Serendipity Refined for the … Read More ...
Nothing cuter than a bunny butt for outdoor Easter decor
I am currently battling a gopher on par (pun intended) with Bill Murray in Caddyshack so I am spending a lot of time with my lawn and lots of holes. So why not dress up the lawn even further with … Read More ...
Easter eggs and buttons make adorable decorations
Buttons have got to be one of the most useful yet fun elements to repurpose into cute things….like wheels for an Easter egg cart! Pop on over to the blog Little Vintage Cottage to see all sorts of cute Eater … Read More ...
How to make a recycled can St Patrick’s Day hat decoration
I have a couple of pin cushions that are made out of recycled spray paint can caps but this idea to make a tall hat centerpiece with a tin can is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. I bet though you … Read More ...
How to make a rainbow forest of adorable recycled mushrooms
If one is good, a giant rainbow collection is great! That is just what this field of recycled egg carton mushrooms is. Some of them have other fun recycled elements as their base like pasta noodles and wine corks. Pop … Read More ...