The weekend is inching closer and closer, and I hope youre going to be able to set aside a slot of time to re.Create - because Ive uncovered some pretty fabulous projects that are definitely worth a ...
We breed legos.Or at least thats what it feels like. The little critters are everywhere underfoot! And they just seem to multiply at staggering speeds. None of them have homes anymore. They all seem ...
This jaw-dropping chandelier brings new meaning to high tea!via La Petite Nympheavia Nice ThingsMakes me want to hop right on the plane and head to Valencia in Spain where this boutique is located, j...
I was walking through the virtual garden of Etsy today and found quite a few things Id like to see in my magic {recycled} garden this summer. Theres only one small problem in my plan...the garden onl...
Yes, I admit. There are days when I feel like Im having a social media breakdown.I open Facebook thinking Ill just take a quick scan and reply to comments."5 minutes max," I say to myself.&nb...
Its Monday! Time to get the brain churning to get us through the week.And what does that take? I heard mind puzzles are good. And coffee.Know what else works?A dose of "Whats That ?!...
I love colored plastic silverware..the good thick kind. And I dont just use it once - it gets washed and returned to the cabinet for the next BBQ with friends and family. But after looking around tod...
Tutorial time!Did you see yesterdays post with pics of the two dragonflies and their butterfly cousin? They were inspired by the great creations at Lucy Designs and you can find tutorials on her site...
Dragonflies and butterflies...If you are like me, you also keep a TRY or Die board on Pinterest - with the all of the projects that you really want to DIY. I have a board like that, and its BURS...
Its Monday...and time for a days worth of inspiration to get this week started!Today Im going to share some spectacular before & after pics to give the full fabulous effect of upcycled, recycled,...
What does every person need? Friends who know you!I had two friends pick up some thrift store goodies for me these past 2 weeks - and now I have no doubt in my mind that they know me...really know me...
How about a little reclaimed wood goodness for todays eye candy?Im lusting over these adorable creatures made from reclaimed wood over at 508 Restoration and Design.Amy at Four Corners Design su...
These guys from graypants dont know me at all, but they captured my heart the moment I saw them dumpster diving in their video. And the moment those recycled cardboard lights come on and they are the...
Its Monday! And time for a quick shot of recycled / repurposed / upcycled DIY inspiration. Still confused over those terms? Check out this quick and easy to understand post to help you make the right...
It has absolutely nothing to do with recycled or repurposed design, but Ive decided that this story how music fills the soul was the best thing that I could share with the world today. It resonates w...
I saw this quote today and it made me stop in my tracks. I mean seriously, Ive had some big project flops over the years. One of my sons favorite phrases right now is "Epic fail!" and I laugh...
Thank goodness for creative people that awaken us to the possibilities of art. My favorite kind of art is public! And it doesnt have to be in the form of a traditional painting or sculpture to make m...
Remember several weeks ago when I mentioned on Facebook that I electrocuted myself? Just found this photo that I took...shows the entry and exit point of my shocked little finger. I know, I know...it...
Although its raining cats and dogs here today, I cant seem to get my mind off of all the possibilities of a recycled and repurposed garden. And thank goodness there are so many creative people out th...
Ive seen knit bombing, sweater bombing, plastic cap bombing, and Ive even been thinking about organizing my own hubcap flower bombing in my town. Now theres Lego street art - aka Lego bombing!It seem...
It all started when I got hooked watching the video showing how to recycled bedsheets into an adorable maxi dress. Then of course I had to go looking around for more. And Ive decided...my bedsheets a...
Do you know "whats what" with the DIY terms upcycle vs. repurpose? I see these words used interchangeably over and over again, and often in the wrong context. So I thought I would share a qui...
Today has really been a day of how to see things differently. And in the process, I landed on some great videos that really have me rethinking how to use my wardrobe. And theres a bonus - no sewing!!...
The latest edition of Artizen Magazine is published - turn to page 32 for my article featuring an unbelievable sculptural fence made from recycled road signs in Pennsylvania (United States).You wont ...
Its official! Let my 15 minutes begin.My DIY projects made it on the pages of HGTV.com - both of them! I was approached and asked if I had any unique storage ideas for the garage. Guess what? I...
Are you planning to go shopping this weekend? Dont throw out those plastic bags - Ive got some fun DIY ideas from around the world that will get the "I need to try this" juices flowing!During...
Are you ready for this edition of "Whats That ?!" Take a minute to get yourself a cup of coffee, kick up your feet, and settle in to the blue velvet chair. This time were paying a visit to Bo...
Its not too late to get inspired with 29 recycled Easter ideas!Our local Metro newspaper reported that Swedes eat 6,000 tons of candy during Easter. With my very non-scientific figures thats equal to...
Walk Off theEarth captured my attention the moment I first heard them and saw their brilliant videos. Now theyve endeared themselves even more with their latest video, Little Boxes, that includes a s...
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