Archive for the ‘Handmade’ Category

hello September

Monday, September 3rd, 2012

and Happy Monday everyone! August has passed by so fast, I can’t quite believe it’s over. For some, it’s the end of summer, for some others spring is peeking in and yet for many others it’s the unchanging everyday weather of sunny, humid and rainy days. In September, I’ll share postings on simple things & DIY crafts that are easy but gratifying. Join me at my Facebook page.

1. Branch Weaving

and more lovely weaved twigs for inspiration.

come and see

Monday, April 30th, 2012

what some have created, from upcycling / recycling

1. t-shirts to shag scarf necklace,

2.  knitting needles to bracelet,

3. instamatic camera to wire photo holder,

4. printed maps to mini envelopes,

5. pop soda can tabs to bracelet,

6. aluminium soda cans to rose rings.

Happy Monday and see you all back here in May for a new series …… things that start with M……..

how to {fold bowties & boats}

Tuesday, April 17th, 2012

from paper of course! And re-use magazine pages, newspapers, gift wraps and old books whenever you can.

2. How to fold paper bowties & origami boats

how to {make a teddy bear from socks}

Tuesday, April 10th, 2012

Remember this chipmunk? Follow me as I show a series of how-to’s this April, celebrating Earth Day’s month by making objects from everyday items, or re-purposing unused things into useful things again . And if I wander away for a little while, you can still follow me here or join me here.

1. How to make a teddy bear from socks.

i’d like to {upcycle}

Friday, March 30th, 2012

small boxes, big boxes or any boxes into imaginary toy animals for play or for display.

i’d like to {try paper cutting}

Wednesday, March 28th, 2012

as intricate as these beautiful paper cuts:

i’d like to {make hats}

Tuesday, March 27th, 2012

out of paper as creative and as playful as these: