I think this may be part of my future dreams is to make big sculptures out of recycled elements like this life-size recycled tire tree. I’m so happy whenever I see creativity constructed with recycled materials on a large scale. … Read More ...
Unexpected way to use a clothing hanger collection as a decorating element and more!
I love when an everyday ordinary object gets transformed into art and decor by simply gathering a collection that spans the item’s history of design. This collection of hangers displayed as art does just that. Not only is the collection … Read More ...
Recycled sari fabric scarves are beautiful and versatile
Recycled sari fabric is positively gorgeous and the people over at Darn Good Yarn import lovely scarves made out of them. They come in narrow and wide and make a great accent to all sorts of looks and outfits. The … Read More ...
How to make a pretty recycled plastic flower tea light
These flowers are simply sublime. They are made with such a common and everyday item that is not considered pretty in any way. Pop on over to the blog Alpha Mom for the tutorial on how to make a recycled … Read More ...
How to make owls from acorns, seeds and bark
Owls are a favorite animal to collect and decorate with. I have a few lurking around and they are on my list to paint. These darling little organic ones are quickly moving up the to-do list to try. Pop on … Read More ...
Art made with recycled vintage postage stamps
A lot of postage feature portraits of noteworthy people. This artist makes portraits of famous people out of vintage postage stamps. Isn’t that a fun turn of recycled stamps? Pop on over to the blog Daily Mail to read … Read More ...
Pretty and cute ways to paint and collage with hag stones
I just learned about hag stones (rocks with naturally occurring holes). I had seen them while rock hunting at the beach but now I specifically collected them on my last trip. Roll on over to the blog Bicocacolors to see … Read More ...
Amazing collection of recycled walnut shell crafts and decor
Do you recognize this cute little green creature? Does the phrase “Feed me Seymour” give you a hint? Well this clever creation is made from recycled walnut shells and I just love it. Pop on over to the blog Yandex … Read More ...
Fun way to use recycled objects in illustration art
Now this really is a good example of looking at things in a new and creative way. The idea is that you take a simple 3-d object and sketch something around it. Pop on over to the blog Design Stack … Read More ...
How to make recycled wooden spoon garden markers
Do your kitchen utensils ever kind of mysteriously accumulate and start taking over? You look around and you suddenly have more than you could possibly use in their conventional way? Well gather up all the oldest ones and head over … Read More ...
How to make chunky necklaces with wood beads and copper pipe
I love working with items found at the hardware store and copper pipe is just one of the fun and surprisingly easy to work with. It looks great with unfinished wood beads and whatever strikes your fancy. Pop on over … Read More ...
How to make dress-up play natural flower butterfly wings
This project could be the best together time project. While being creative it could be a great learning time as well. Name the flowers and create a pretty collage of wings that then can be used to have fun pretending … Read More ...
Great idea for using recycled gum blister packaging
I have always wanted to figure out a recycled craft to make with pill blister packs but this one using gum blister packs is brilliant, especially for artists of all ages. Pop on over to the blog Balzer Designs to … Read More ...
All set for Game of Shrooms Shroomdrop 2021 Saturday June 12
Have you heard of Game of Shrooms? Or Shroomdrop? Well it’s a game of hide and seek and keep created by Attaboy. The idea is that you hide a mushroom themed piece of art and give hints to where … Read More ...
Recycled mint tins make great mini zen gardens
This is a miniature that you can also use. Pop one of these recycled mint tin zen gardens in your purse and when you have to wait you can entertain yourself or a kiddo off screen. I bet these would … Read More ...