I just stumbled across this today. The website is not in English, but the pictures speak for themselves. Some absolutely amazing cardboard tube art, like little looking glasses or shadow boxes, are featured in this artist’s portfolio.… Read the rest
Halloween Yarn Wreath
I’m loving this yarn ball wreath that Kristin put together over at Write it Down. Get some inspiration and find out what book carried this cute tutorial that would work for any time of the year!… Read the rest
DIY Weathered Baskets
I never thought of doing this, but what a great idea. Baskets are abundant at the thrift store and so inexpensive. Spray painting is a great way to give them new life, but distressing them is an even better idea!… Read the rest
Halloween Hoop Art
Have a little fun with embroidery hoops and some fabric, Kristi over at The Speckled Dog is happy to provide some inspiration with some fun Halloween ideas.… Read the rest
Hand Painted Silk Pillow
Just look at that pretty little bird. Lindy, from Cottage Hill, used a piece of clip art she printed off, traced it to create a pattern, then placed it underneath her silk fabric. From there she her painting talent took … Read the rest
Yard Sculptures: Road Runners from Railroad Spikes
Check out this video presentation of all the cool road runners Kristy’s uncle makes from railroad spikes. Very creative and too cute! … Read the rest
Tips for Using Spray Paint
Brooke over at All Things Thrifty uses spray paint quite a bit. As a result, she has received numerous questions from readers on anything from why she uses it to what brand she buys. She’s received some great questions and … Read the rest
Artist Jan Dwyer’s Amazing Carvings
In August I traveled to Iowa to visit relatives and for the first time, go to the Iowa State Fair. When I entered the building that housed several artisans and crafters, the first booth I came across was Jan’s. I … Read the rest
PB Inspired Pillow
Richella from Imparting Grace made this adorable pillow (in the foreground), inspired by a pillow she saw at Pottery Barn. I swear I could spend all day looking at PB inspired projects! … Read the rest
Music Sheet Dresser
This beautiful piece of furniture started out as one of those ugly Salvation Army or Goodwill dressers. You know the ones. The kind you bought for your first apartment when you were 20, or the kind that you pass by … Read the rest
15 Wreaths to Decorate Your Home
I’ve been quietly collecting wreath ideas for a few weeks now. There are hundreds more ideas out there I am sure, but here’s a pretty good sampling of ideas to get your creative juices flowing. While wreaths are definitely used … Read the rest
Sports Number Art
One of my boys plays baseball and football, another one of them plays football and does track, and my daughter plays soccer. So sports numbers are big around here. I love the look of this numbered artwork, especially displayed with … Read the rest
Old Window to Message Center
I’m diggin’ what Pretty Hand Girl did with this old curbside window. She turned it into this functional and pretty message center for her mud room. She used foam core, fabric and chalkboard paint to create this great piece.… Read the rest
Salt Dough Halloween Bowl Fillers
Salt dough is a favorite medium of mine. I’ve spent many years making crafts with kids and have made countless cookie sheets full of salt dough shapes. It’s fun, it’s easy, it’s inexpensive. You can easily create your own with … Read the rest
Stenciled Clock
This clock caught my eye. I love the stenciling on it, and the texture on the face comes from some crumpled tissue paper and Mod Podge. A coat of paint and stenciling finish off this great project.… Read the rest