Sustainable Living: Seed Preservation in upcycled shutter and magazine envelopes
Since we’re in seed starting mode, it doesn’t mean it’s too early to start preparing for seed storage for next winter. Now, I’m not suggesting that we’ll be starting a seed bank, but by taking some...
View ArticleUpcycle: The DIY Detachable Bike Basket for under $10
I’ve wanted a basket on my bike for a while, but it wasn’t until I read 15 Sources for Bike Accessories on Apartment therapy, that it clicked – I wanted a bike basket that I could easily remove from...
View ArticleRecycled Craft: National Teacher Appreciation Week Apple Pencil Toppers
This week, May 6th – 10th is National Teacher Appreciation Week. To celebrate, my kids’ school has chosen an apple theme. So each day they do some sort of apple related gift/gesture for their teacher....
View ArticleUpcycle an Off-Duty Kid’s Umbrella
I found this kid’s umbrella in a garbage can while walking through a local high school. I thought for sure it was broken, but it isn’t. Even if it was, I’d still be able to upcycle it into a pretty...
View ArticleDIY Earth Day Party Ideas
Earth Day 2014 is right around the corner, and on some people’s calendars it’s all year round! Even though Earth Day officially became a holiday in the early 70’s, it’s now the 3rd most celebrated day...
View ArticleDIY Earth Day T-shirts
The day has come – Earth Day 2014. I hope you have enjoyed my previousEarth Day posts! Now it’s time to get a little cheeky with some Earth Day t-shirts. Below I have included a video on how to easily...
View ArticleMother’s Day Quote and Free Printable
Every Mother’s Day I get several handmade items from my kids that either make me cry or make me laugh hysterically. They are truly the greatest gifts – and I’ve kept them all. But what happens when we...
View ArticleBalero Kid’s Craft for Cinco de Mayo
I was searching Pinterest for some Cinco de Mayo inspiration and was surprised to see there were no cup and ball crafts. So I had to create one! This fun kid’s game is called Balero in Mexico where it...
View ArticleUpcycled Graduation Time Capsule
Is anyone in your family graduating this school year? Have you thought about making a time capsule? Time capsules are fun to make – especially out of recycled Pringles cans. I had planned on making...
View ArticleUpcycled Egg Cups
Decorating Easter eggs has always been a big part of our holiday celebration. Growing up my mom always bought the dye kits that you have to dissolve a color tablet in vinegar. To this day I can only...
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