Boxes, boxes, boxes!! Are you overrun with boxes? I am. Even in normal times I save probably too many boxes. So this I “heart” Valentine recycled craft is perfect for all the days to lead up to Valentine’s Day. Make … Read More ...
Great way to recycled drink carriers into safe storage for your precious ornaments
These things can stack up like you can’t imagine. Well, now here’s a way to use that great feature in a new way that keeps them out of the landfill. Pop on over to the blog Sew Many Ways… to … Read More ...
Fun idea to make recycled toys and beads candlesticks or…
Awhile back I posted a project where they made totem poles out of all sorts of objects, well here is a similar style project only this one is a candle stick. I save and collect all sorts of knickknacks and … Read More ...
How to make a no-sew owl from recycled denim jeans
Are you getting ready to think about your craft goals for next year? I am. I have lists and sketches for next year growing. Cute projects like these owls are going on the list. Pop on over to the blog … Read More ...
Fall leaves make adorable squirrel tails for collage art
As I sit here watching my squirrel “kids” eat nuts we put out after the rain I want to make squirrel art. There are lots of leaves down after the rain as well so it is perfect timing to make … Read More ...
Lots of fun recycled noisemaker ideas for New Year’s Eve
I’m not usually a fan of things that make noise but New Year’s Eve is an exception. “Pop” on over to the blog Craft Ideas For Kids for a fun collection of all sorts of recycled elements turned into noisemakers … Read More ...
How to make a recycled jar lid Christmas tree
There are so many possibilities with this festive recycled jar lid Christmas tree. I bet it would be fun to make a game out of it by tossing ping pong balls and putting numbers in each lid? Pop on on … Read More ...
How to make adorable donut ornaments with sprinkles of a surprise material
I think donuts are both delicious and cute so that makes them the perfect thing to craft. When I first spotted these donuts I thought the sprinkles were actual sprinkles but no! They are made of something else. Pop on … Read More ...
Book Review – Country Living Salvage Style: Decorate with Vintage Finds
Salvage style
—decorating with repurposed and vintage items like wicker furniture, cast-iron tubs, polished marble, industrial pendant lights, and even tractor seats—has become a chic way to create unique, personal rooms. By reclaiming honest materials and collectibles, large and small, … Read More ...
Recycled paint brushes make a great Christmas wreath and more fun!
If you are an artist I bet you can’t throw out your old brushes. This idea for creating a Christmas wreath with them is just perfect. Best yet they can still be used after the holiday is over. Pop on … Read More ...
How to make recycled adorable “ugly” sweater Christmas tags
I am a huuuuuuge fan of ugly Christmas sweaters and of course recycled crafts. I am also a super-fan of recycling pretty Christmas cards. If you are too you will want to pop over to the blog What’s Up Fagans? … Read More ...
How to make an Upcycled Wine Bottle Christmas Village
This fun project turns old wine bottles into a magical Christmas village just in time for the holidays. This unique take on the old Christmas village looks elegant and modern, with a bit of whimsy thrown in. This is a … Read More ...
How to upcycle fabric scraps with natural dyes
There are many ways to reuse, recycle and repurpose fabric scraps. Over at the blog La Creative Mama you can see a great tutorial on how to use natural dyes to upcycle fabric or make new fabric look vintage and … Read More ...
Shine Up Your Holiday Decor with This Easy DIY Gold Leaf Tutorial on a recycled bottle
Who doesn’t love an easy, quick, upcycled decor project? Pop on over to the link sent in by the crafter at List in Progress where you will learn how to apply gold leaf (or silver, copper…) to any glass item … Read More ...
How to make a modern style faux-concrete Christmas Light
Today’s beautiful modern Christmas decoration can be used year round with different embellishments. This modern faux-concrete ring decoration was sent in by the clever crafter at the blog A Crafty Mix. “No one believes me when I tell them we … Read More ...