Well, our Spring is into it’s 3rd week, with some very confusing weather so far. Usually it starts to warm up in mid August, which it did. Then, after two weeks, we had a couple of ice cold days … really cold, as in mid Winter. Somewhere along here, I picked up an early Spring…
re-cycle
Jute & Burlap Tote Bag
It took me around 30 minutes to convert a plain {printed!} shopping bag into a nice and roomy tote bag for Cheri. A Few weeks ago my friend, Mel, from Mellywood’s Mansion, also upcycled a plain shopping bag into a lovely bag, for everyday use. Click HERE to see Mel’s version. Anyhow that is where I got…
Storage Containers {Craftroom Part 1}
I finally have a room available in the house to be used as a craftroom ! At the moment all my craft supplies are stored in various spots in the house. Jacobus left a very nice student desk with an additional book shelf, which fits on top of the desk, as well as his bed…
Pretty Plant Pots {Re-Cycled Cans}
I enjoy decoupage crafts now and then. We bought some Viola seedlings recently to be planted in the garden in another 2 – 3 weeks {after the worst cold of Winter is over} and I decided to make some pretty pots for their brief stay. Once we plant them in the garden, it will be…
Soda Bottle Posie Vase
I felt like making something pretty and had come up with this Soda Bottle Posie Vase. Inexpensive, quick and easy to make – all my favorites in crafting ! I used a 1 liter plastic Soda Bottle but depending on your size styrofoam ball, you can use the smaller or the bigger size. In the…