Kitty, puppy, teddy and Koala which every you love (or all) you will want to make these cute paper animal treat wrappers. I love the way they “hug” all sorts of things like candies and pencils. Pop on over to … Read More ...
Celebrate the Year of the Snake by making a colorful one
I have seen some calls for snake art to celebrate the Year of the Snake and so I’ve been looking around for inspiration. This project that includes simple folding and a recycle tp tube is darling. I bet it would … Read More ...
Have you ever used an iron when decoupaging?
This is a fun project whether you use traditional decoupage methods or you try using the iron technique. I plan on trying the ironing decoupage technique because I never seem to be able to get the wrinkles out. Pop on … Read More ...
How to make a “sweet and spicy” recycled locket
It so fun when you can find a new use for something that is totally unexpected. That is just the case with this adorable little locket project. I did give you a clue in the title. Pop on over to … Read More ...
Super unexpected recycled material used to make faux rock jewelry hearts
Happy New Year! Now, time to start making Valentine goodies that you will love to give to everyone that rock! I have so many new things to try but this one is moving up the list as it is easy … Read More ...
A New Year Survival Kit- Best thing I’ve seen all year :)
This may look like a random collection of things you would find in your “junk drawer” but package them up with the cute little note that features the explanation and you will put a smile on everyone’s face you give … Read More ...
How to make your own tinsel ball for New year”s Eve ball drop
Living in California I generally watch the ball drop at 9PM and then fast asleep by my midnight. I never thought of making my own sparkly ball to celebrate the New Year when the time is right. Pop on over … Read More ...
Cardboard and yarn make great side-eye kitties
I love kitties and I love yarn, oh and “ugly Christmas sweaters” so this craft is happening now in my house. I have jars of scraps of yarn and of course recycled cardboard from boxes. Prowl on over to the … Read More ...
All sorts of fun ideas for recycling Christmas cards and wrapping paper
I hope you all have a fabulous holiday, whatever you celebrate! After all the celebrating is over why not take all those pretty cards and paper and use them to craft up fun things for New Years and next holiday … Read More ...
Scrap yarn is great to make a colorful pom pom Christmas tree topper
If you like making pom poms and looking for a unique tree topper why not make a big ball of pom poms out of all sorts of colored yarn to make a statement tree topper. After you have made your … Read More ...
A bunch of great ways to display holiday cards all over the house
I don’t have much available way space as I cover my walls with art. But I do have big white plain kitchen cabinets so this idea for putting big red ribbons on them to clip the Christmas cards to is … Read More ...
How to make garlands with all sorts of recycled elements
These recycled wine corks give a nautical feel when painted in festive colors. This recycled garland could be perfect for your beach themed Christmas. Sail on over to the blog Will Tip Top for lots more creative garland ideas made … Read More ...
Easy way to recycle old Christmas cards into new ones
I don’t have the heart to throw away Christmas cards so I am always on the look out for new ways to use them in projects. This idea for ripping them to create the bottom edges of Christmas trees is … Read More ...
How to make adorable fabric earrings perfect for gift giving
This one is new to me. I can’t say as I have thought of making earrings with fabric but these earrings especially the middle pair are beyond cute! Pop on over to the blog at Spoonflower for the tutorial on … Read More ...
How to make scrap fabric pom poms
I don’t throw out even the tiniest scrap of fabric as I seem to be able to find tinier and tinier projects to use them to make fun things. Today’s fun scrap fabric project is pom poms. If you have … Read More ...