Making Plastic Kids Storage Containers with Chalkboard Lids
I am looking for the plastic containers with chalkboard lids to store children's writing materials in. You can personalize them. I have seen them at craft shows and would like to make them. Any suggestions? Please help.
Halloween Craft Ideas Using Recycled Materials
I am looking for things around the house that are recyclable to make Halloween crafts. Any suggestions? Thank you.
Crafts Using Computer Mother Boards
I have two small computer boards and want to make something out of them for my sons like ornaments, or boxes, or whatever. Please help. I don't know how to cut them, etc.
Making Toys from Empty Cereal Boxes
How can we make toys from empty Kellogg's cereal boxes?
Craft Ideas for Used Laminate Wood Flooring
My son gave me a lot of used laminate wood planks that he thought I may want for either putting down in a small room or to make some craft project out of. They are a blond wood color.
Craft Ideas Using a George Foreman Grill
Anyone have any cool craft ideas for something to create using my worn out Teflon George Foreman grill?
Making Crafts Using Wooden Spools
A friend has a lot of wooden spools with no thread on them. She is wanting some ideas for using them or I should say, crafting with them. Thank you.
I made a towel holder for the kitchen. I had a yogurt lid that was begging for a project and instead of giving it to the kids, I took it.
Aside from flowers, head bands, lamp shade covers, book covers, quilts, dresses and belts, what cute craft ideas are there for old men's neck ties? My husband is the one I refer to in the title and I need to repurpose some of his collection.
I would like ideas for using wooden spools.
This is a guide about making a purse from men's neckties. Neckties are made from beautiful and interesting fabrics and are often available for little to no money.
This was painted by a nifty 79 year old friend. It is a 78rpm record. The picture hook can be seen in the centre. The reverse is untouched and can still be played. Now, that's better than throwing old 78's in the bin!
I need a pattern for a Capri Sun backpack.
Craft ideas Using Baby Food Jars
Since I now have a grandchild, throwing away the baby food jars is hard. I have used them for inside drawers putting in small items, and have used them to keep things like nails, etc., but now I am looking for crafty ideas to do with them. Ideas?
Craft Projects Using Pringle Cans and Medicine Bottles
I am looking for suggestions on how to use 2 dozen Pringle cans and a couple hundred assorted sizes of prescription medicine bottles. This collection is added to constantly so I have an unlimited supply and I've run out of ideas.
Aluminum Can, Glass Bottle, and Bottle Cap Craft Ideas
I want to make crafts out of recycled things and sell them. Everyone needs a little money now and then! How can I make things out of recycled aluminum cans, glass bottles, or bottle caps?
I have sewn the lunch box together, but am having trouble sewing the front to the sides (especially the corner at the bottom). Is there a trick?
Crafts Using Small Plastic Cat Food Containers
I have close to 100 plastic cat food containers. They are small, about 2 inches high and about 3 and a half inches diameter. Anyone have any ideas for me? Thanks.
Rarely is there recycling in small towns for Styrofoam. A green and fun thing to do with Styrofoam is to use it to make fun globes. Fun globes are similar to snow globes.
Reusing Small Bows from Wedding
I am looking for ideas to use a bunch of little white satin bows from a friend's wedding. They are all uniform in size and style, just maybe about 2 inches wide.
Craft: Rainbow Soda Pop Tab Bracelet
This is my latest creation! My fun bracelet is made from soda pop tabs. I used alcohol inks and stretch cord to transform this "junk" into stylish jewelry! They're super easy to make and fun for kids to wear.
More Trashy Treasures: Upcycling Plastic Shopping Bags
There can never be enough trashy treasures in the world. When craft supplies are free and working double duty to keep landfills free, the urge to make more and more grows. Take stock of your plastic shopping bags, and consider "upcycling" them.
My Frugal Life: Think Before Throwing Out
I have to admit, I never throw anything out before giving the item some deep thought on what I could use it for. I have a terrific husband who always asks me if I can use an item before throwing it away! This is my story on what I did with leftover linoleum.
Craft Project: Jewel Case Picture Frames
Instead of tossing old CD cases into the landfill, why not make some picture frames from them? Here is a way to do that.
