Oh these bags look awesome! I have a friend who still gets the newspaper so I have a great supply of newspaper. The sale flyers I bet would work great too and be more colorful. This would be a great … Read More ...
Fun recycled objects used in creative ways
Haven’t we all left a paint brush in the water so long it was permanently curved? I know I have a few times. (On a side note I have heard hair conditioner works to straighten the brush out) But this … Read More ...
Easy way to yarn bomb a chain link fence with “heart”
Even if you don’t know how to knit or crochet you can can still get in on the love of yarn bombing. Simply wrap yarn in two directions over two sides of the chain link fence. This idea for yarn … Read More ...
Yarn bombing is a great way to upcycle fences and more!
I’m sure if you spotted this darling little heart on a bit of knitting between a link on a chain link fence it would a smile on your face. If this idea of decorating with leftover yarn and a bit … Read More ...
How to make fall leaf masks
Fall is just around the corner…so I’m told 🙂 I am posting this adorable project so you can start looking out for trees that have big leaves to make these masks with. I don’t know of a tree off hand … Read More ...
Easy and simple Halloween decorations
Sometimes it’s fun to go elaborate and over the top with decorations and then sometimes minimalist is the way to go. Such is the case with these fun blood spattered vases created with a bit of red paint and some … Read More ...
How to make wrapped rope wall decor
I don’t think I have ever seen anything like this wrapped rope wall decoration. It looks like a great way to use scrap yarn and thread or even strips of fabric or recycled clothing strips. Pop on over to the … Read More ...
Recycled metal folding chair wall organizer
This recycled metal chair does so much, while still being able to be a chair when needed. It is a magnetic surface for notes, a chalkboard and a towel holder. Pop on over to the blog Beyond the Picket Fence … Read More ...
How to make pretty stamped recycled yogurt jars
These pretty recycled jars look like vintage ceramics. I have saved these pretty Oui yogurt jars for just such a project. If you like the look as much as I do pop on over to the blog The Tip Toe … Read More ...
Great idea for a back to school time capsule
I love seeing all the first day of school photos everyone is posting. A friend even posted her first day of Grad School as a joke (she is a mom of 2!). And this idea for making a back-to-school time … Read More ...
Great collection of rock painting ideas
I love these houses painted on rocks. Rock painting is on my “to-do” list…along with a lot of other things but I keep collecting ideas and inspiration. Over at the blog Skill of King (updated to add: this blog is … Read More ...
How to make a recycled magazine butterfly garland
I am always on the look out for ways to use the pretty colored pages in magazines. These butterflies are probably one of the best recycled magazine page crafts I have seen. Fly on over to the blog Sum of … Read More ...
How to make adorable animal containers from recycled milk cartons
With back to school season in full swing thoughts may turn to creative storage for art, craft, office and school supplies. These adorable animal face containers are perfect for all sorts of pens, markers, scissors, brushes and pencils. Pop on … Read More ...
10 ways to use glycerine in a craft and art making
A lot of times old art supplies like watercolors, ink and other paints can get a new life with glycerin
. Over at Einat Kessler’s blog there is a great list of ways to use glycerin to rejuvenate all sorts … Read More ...
Skulls in top hats Halloween decoration
I know it’s just about the first day of school for most but that just means Halloween is just around the corner. These little skulls with top hats are just adorable. The tutorial for making the hat is great. Pop … Read More ...