I had no idea they made “frog” inserts for mason jars. These are wire grids that are used in flower arranging. I have some stand-alones that you put in vases but I had no idea they made them special for … Read More ...
How to paint recycled jars into Kawaii rainbow cuteness
Right now I can’t think of a better project than one that contains smiling faces. Am I right? And it doesn’t get any cuter than Kawaii. Take that stash of mason jars
you’ve been saving for a craft project…I know … Read More ...
How to make a recycled jar falling leaves globe
It’s not a snow globe plastic fall leaf globe
! I am wondering if this project could be made with real leaves? It is so pretty just like my trees right now as they have just started to turn. Pop … Read More ...
Glowing ghost Halloween decoration
Is it too soon to start thinking about Halloween? Some may say yes, other maybe not. Well this cool way to make a glowing decoration may come in handy for other themes. Pop on over to the blog Penny Wise … 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 ...
How to Upcycle an Old Jar into a Mystical Fairy Lantern
I don’t know any little girl that didn’t want to be a fairy (or at least fly) when they were little…some of us have never forgotten that dream and love fairy’s to this very day. Here’s a way to sprinkle … Read More ...
How to make pom pom sparklers for 4th of July
I usually strive to make my pom poms as dense as possible but these sparse ones make great sparklers featured in a recycled jar don’t they? Pop on over to the blog Craft Klatch for the tutorial and video on … Read More ...
How to make fruit inspired mason jar decorations
Mason Jars are always perfect for entertaining but get kicked up for Summer parties with decoupage and tissue paper! These super cute and trendy watermelon, strawberry and pineapple Mason Jars start with torn pieces colored tissue paper and decoupage medium. … Read More ...
How To Stop Mason Jar Lids From Rusting
This is just a great tip- using a plastic lid from a peanut butter jar with a mason jar when storing in the freezer to prevent rust. As we all try to reduce our single use containers- storage in pretty … Read More ...
How to make a recycled jar fairy house
Have you seen fairy doors out and about? I saw a story on TV about them and was thinking about how I might make one for a St. Patrick’s Day decoration. When I was out looking for ideas I found … Read More ...
How to make beautiful abstract bubble art
I love painting bubbles and that is what these abstract colored circle paintings remind me of. Best part about these is that you use your finger as your “brush” along with recycled jar lids and other round edged objects. Grab … Read More ...
How to paint perfect dots with this recycled office product
Every time I find a fun painting tip that uses an unexpected item to make a project easy I can’t wait to share it with you Craft Gossip Recycling readers. Over at the blog Fellow Fellow there is a great … Read More ...
How to dip paint recycled glass bottles
This is one modern and easy upcycling project literally ANYONE can do!
Grab some empty bottles and jars and some pretty colored paint and pop on over to the blog Our House Now a Home for the tutorial on how … Read More ...
Craft Challenge: Make a heart every day in a rainbow of colors
Have you done a creative challenge? I did. And I loved it! I did a mixed-media rubberstamped piece of art everyday in October. You can see them on Instagram under the hashtag #mabsdrawinktoberbystef
So I am inspired by this post … Read More ...