See, now I love creative projects like this. I never would have thought to use an old circuit board to create a cookbook stand! This quirky idea would be a great gift for a computer geek friend or a food … Read the rest
Allowing Yourself to Be Creative
I have a very wise friend, her name is Jen Goode. Aside from being a talented designer, she’s also a very creative thinker. She recently wrote a short post on what being creative is about, and how everyone, not just … Read the rest
Easy Eggshell Garden
I’ve always been a fan of cute and quaint looking garden projects. This project from Country Woman Magazine has been done for years and never gets old. I just love the country look of them! I did something similar for … Read the rest
Mini Pinata Party Favors
Here’s a unique party favor for Cinco de Mayo or any party you choose. Make miniature pinatas from plastic Easter eggs! A great way to recycle and make a fun and colorful project at the same time. Check it out … Read the rest
Mini Picket Fence Flower Pots
I love these adorable little flower pots! So easy to make and perfect for a backyard barbecue, family get together or even a wedding. Inexpensive supplies and a little recycling ingenuity and you have yourself some pretty centerpieces. Check them … Read the rest
Luke’s Vintage Truck Nursery
This is fabulous. in fact, if I were having a baby again (which I’m not) I would do something like this. The stripes are striking and the alphabet artwork, a DIY project by the author, is fabulous too. See all … Read the rest
Custom Family Rules Wall Art
Do you have a big empty wall that needs that special something? This wall art was inspired by the many family rules signs that are floating around cyberspace. This project was created to reflect Rachel’s family rules rather than the … Read the rest
Magazine Clock
Love clocks? Like to recycle? Then this is the perfect project for you. Take a generic looking clock and dress it up with some spent magazines, and there you have it! A new clock to dress up your walls. Get … Read the rest
Burlap and Ruffle Union Jack Pillow
I love the look of this pretty Union Jack pillow from Gardners 2 Bergers. it’s actually a no-sew project, so don’t be afraid if you are sewing machine challenged! Check out the full post here – from GARDNERS 2 BERGERS: … Read the rest
Repurposed Game Board Jewelry Box
If you have an old board game with missing pieces collecting dust in your closet, here’s a really fun and creative way to repurpose them! Make a box using these instructions, perfect for jewelry, kid’s treasures, pens and pencils for … Read the rest
Button Heart Diorama
Need a heartfelt gift for mom with antique appeal? This pretty diorama is made from a variety of mixed media and pretty vintage looking buttons. Bonnie over at Yankee Magazine will show you how to make one — Make a … Read the rest
Homemade Chalk Paint Nightstand Makeover
I love furniture makeovers and they are definitely all the rage right now. Chalk paint is pretty darn popular too. Vanessa mixed up some of her own and took this retro nightstand and made it chic and trendy. Check it … Read the rest
Penny Covered Eat Sign
Here’s a fun and different way to dress up a set of letters, cover them with pennies! Inspired by the growing number of penny projects popping up on Pinterest, this Eat Sign was born. You can see it over at … Read the rest
PVS Pipe Bud Vase
Oh I love these bud vases made from recycled PVC pipe and photographs! What an ideal gift for mom or just any time of the year. A fabulous conversation piece too. Get the how to over at Mod Podge Rocks! … Read the rest
Green Crafting Twitter Party Today!
If you’re reading this in the newsletter then it’s already tomorrow and I’m sorry! However, if you are reading this on the site then there’s still time! Today, April 24th, at 3:00 PM EST there’s a twitter party hosted by … Read the rest