Have you heard of prayer flags? Well, I hadn’t heard of them but I spotted a pretty banner made from scraps of fabric and I needed to see more. So I did a bit of surfing and they are quite … Read More ...
Mini banjos and more fun recycled crafts
Sometimes making something tiny can be so fun! Especially out of recycled materials. I think this tiny banjo made out of a recycled jar lid, craft stick and some rubber bands would be so fun to make, decorate with washi … Read More ...
An amazing collection of recycled tea bag art
I can’t say that I would look at a tea bag or tea bag wrapper and think of using it to make art but over at the blog Kulturologia there is an amazing collection of tea bag art by all … Read More ...
Recycled tea cup scene
I tend to buy random pretty tea cups and that means I have a bit of a collection. This idea for turning them into little tiny scenes is just darling. I bet you could make just about any topic you … Read More ...
Great tip on applying vinyl lettering
Upcycling containers with lettering letting you know what’s inside is a great project. It can be tricky to get the letters on but this tip for applying vinyl lettering
with this material I’m sure you have on hand will make … Read More ...
Recycled metal dish holder spice rack
I often spot these metal serving frames at the thrift store. I don’t think I’ve ever seen one that still had its’ dish with it thought. That’s what makes this spice rack project so perfect. They look so pretty! Pop … Read More ...
How to make Valentine arrows great for place settings
If you are preparing a special meal for your Valentine here is a fun project to decorate the table. Pop on over to the blog Our House Now A Home for the easy tutorial on how to make paper arrows… Read More ...
How to embellish gloves with buttons for Valentine’s Day
Looking for a fun gift for a teacher or friend for Valentine’s Day? Why not dress up a pair of gloves with some pretty pink, white and heart-shaped buttons? Every time the recipient puts them on they will feel the … Read More ...
How to make your own Paint By Numbers with just a few clicks!
I love the look of paint by numbers
and I started to look around for tutorials and tools to make my own. Over at the blog Shrimp Salad Circus I found a great project, tutorial and link to a free … Read More ...
Art in a recycled candy heart box
If you happen to get a heart shaped box of chocolates this Valentine’s day (or you go out the day after Valentine’s day and buy a box for half price) here is a great way to recycle it after you … Read More ...
Elegant mushrooms to embellish your garden
If you are the type of person who keeps a stash of pretty glass vases and bowls in the hopes that you will come across a project to make with them (like me) then here you go! These elegant clear … Read More ...
Recycled conversation heart box Valentine
This is BEYOND adorable! I am running right out to get some conversation heart candies boxes to make some of these shadow box valentines. I will of course repackage the conversation hearts 🙂 Pop on over to the blog Vivs-Whimsy … Read More ...
How to make heart shaped binoculars
These are so cute! I bet kids will love to make these as much as play with them. Pop on over to the blog Red Ted Art for the easy tutorial on how to make heart shaped binoculars out of … Read More ...
How To Start Seeds Growing With these Seed Starting Ideas
Spring is just around the corner, and for many of us, that means it’s time to start planning and preparing for our spring gardens. If you’re interested in starting your own seeds at home, there are plenty of resources available … Read More ...
Cool way to fold a 6 pocket paper book
This DIY project would be an adorable and thoughtful gift for Valentine’s Day. Using heart-themed paper to create the envelopes will give the project an extra special touch. Whether you’re a seasoned scrapbooker or a beginner, the possibilities are endless … Read More ...