Not just for our grandmothers, shower caps can protect a sweet hairdo longer than simply trying to keep your hair out of the shower stream. And rather than pick up a generic plastic cap at the local dollar store, you … Read More ...
Recycle Bin Advent Calendar
Despite the fact that the Advent season is already about half over, there may still be some of us out there (myself included) who have “make an Advent calendar” on the to do list for the holidays. But rather than … Read More ...
Thrifted Holiday Trees
Yet another great felted sweater sweater project for the holiday season helps you use up even the smallest bits of your felted pieces. The Long Thread offers up a great tutorial to make these recyled Christmas Trees, a great project … Read More ...
Thrifty Napkins
Have you ever tallied up how much money you spend on items like paper towels, paper napkins and Kleenex in one year? In our house, while we try really hard to recycle and reuse as much as we can, we’re … Read More ...
Recycled Sweater Hat
Grab some sweaters from your local thrift store or even your closet and make some great hats to give away as presents or to donate to a local charity.
Eco-Friendly Coasters
With “eco-friendly” holding strong as the latest buzzword, those of us that love to make crafts out of recycled materials can rejoice – we’re way ahead of the curve.
Take these coasters featured at Apartment Therapy recently – all are … Read More ...
Envelope Gift Bag
Perfect for those smaller presents you’re giving this holiday season, Eye Pop Art has a tutorial for turning envelopes into gift bags.
Upcycled Old Soccer Ball Into A Bag
Have you ever wondered what to do with those old soccer balls from your glory days? Well, here’s proof that you can truly upcycle just about anything! Take one of those worn-out soccer balls and give it a brand-new purpose
Space Oddities Star Wars Crafts
These great buttons are just a few of the amazing items available from Space Oddities.
from the e-mail: “Useable art made from recycled comic books! From wonder woman to darth vader,
Space Oddities makes pins, magnets, mirrors and more … Read More ...
Ali Edwards’ Weekend Creative Goes Recycled!
In my dreams I am as prolific a scrap-booker as Ali Edwards. In reality, I struggle to get through a stack of photos, and instead turn to her blog to oogle at the pictures in envy and admiration.
So … Read More ...
Recycled Holiday Challenge
With the US officially in a recession, craft bloggers across the internet have been discussing ways they’re going to cut back on store-bought items this year, and will be turning to handmade items more than ever. Whether that means shopping … Read More ...
DIY Recipe Cards
Do you know someone who’s always finding new recipes to make? Why not make something for them this holiday season? Taking a tip from Whimsy Girl, you can make up your very own recipe cards – simply cut, paste, … Read More ...
Paint Chip Garland
Today we’ve got an extra special guest tutorial, thanks to reader Amy Quarry.
Collect lots of big paint chips in your preferred colours. I used Debbie Travis chips from Canadian Tire, but I think they have the big ones in … Read More ...
Cycling Cuffs
the perfect gift for the cyclist you know, these cuffs can be whipped up using scrap fabric and thread, making them a nearly free gift to create. If you’ve got the Velcro laying around (and I’m betting some of you … Read More ...
Handprint Turkey Softie
Happy Thanksgiving to all you Americans! In the spirit of turkey, family, togetherness, and giving thanks, I present to you this great softie pattern – made from your traced turkey handprint! Thanks to Bella Dia for the idea, tutorial, and … Read More ...