Fleece Pet Blankets
Oh, my doggie also just loves fleece. Once I scammed on to that, away went the expensive beds. He now sleeps in an old soft-sided suitcase that I was going to throw out because the zipper broke which is lined with a fleece blanket and Cookie Bear is in Heaven...
Best Dog Food for Weight Loss?
My vet also said to keep my chubby Cookie on the same food but cut back. He would never eat any kind of reduced food so this has worked for us.
Crafts Using Recycled Calendar Photos?
I use old calendar pictures to make paper beads, and also use them for origami projects.
Recycled Mini Trees
Very cute and creative but wish I had seen them before the school bazaar began! Oh well, next year, thanks for sharing.
Refinishing the Outside of a Steamer Trunk?
Why not decoupage some beautiful paper onto it? I did this with a very old trunk that I had years ago and it turned out so nicely.
Water Bracelet
I agree with Becca25 - kids really need their minds stimulated and todays toys do not seem to do that for them. I am an English teacher who also does crafts with her students and they are so amazed by what can be made from recycled or upcycled rubbish! Thank...
Expand Your Vocabulary With Dictionary Sites
I absolutely love the freerice site and as an English teacher, find it very useful to pass on to my advanced students. They just love it as well and the idea of helping the worlds hungry is an added bonus!
Oil Cleansing Method For Facial Cleanser
I have been adding olive oil to my moisturizer for years now and am in my late 50s but no one can believe I am that old so I guess it is working. I always had oily skin as well and shied away from anything oily but then moved to Greece, the land of olive oil...
Ideas for Corks?
Check out my web album for lots of cool ways to use corks. I have been saving corks for ages in hopes that one day I will have enough to make a huge wall decoration! I have collected these photos from all around the web.
Make Dry Shampoo With Baking Soda and Baby Powder
Please I also would like the ratio of soda to powder and how to keep it stored. I have used baby powder for a quick dry shampoo but wasnt that satisfied. Never thought of baking soda although I use it on my face, teeth and put it into my regular shampoo! Thanks...
Using Mod Podge on Glass?
I have also had this problem and have realized that how important it is to carefully clean the plate first. I use alcohol and a lint free cloth, let it dry well, pick the plate up and look again to see if it is completely clean and dry - then I apply the Mod...
Crafts Using Film Reels?
Why not use them as the top part of mobiles? You could hang an assortment of sea shells or make wind chimes as well.
Homemade Pet Shampoo?
This sounds interesting but is it healthy for our pets? I mean, they tell us that dogs need a certain Ph balance and it isnt the same as we humans Ph.
Uses for CDs?
There are so many creative things to make from CDs, so just type in, CD uses or CD crafts and you will find lots and lots of cool things to use them for.
Coffee Can Marble Painting
This is just a wonderful craft for kids of all ages - not to mention adults - Im going to make some myself! Thanks so much for sharing, Lisa
Homemade Moisturizing Lotion Recipe?
Although I have always had oily skin, now that I am in my mid-50s I find my skin has started feeling dry. This winter I have started using a mixture of cheap moisturizer with olive oil and it is just great. I started using straight olive oil but it just needed...
Gak Recipe
What IS gak? Editors Note: Wikipedia says: ... created and sold by Nickelodeon (TV channel) and Mattel in the 1990s. Like most molding compounds, they could be kept in their container to retain plasticity, or molded and allowed to harden overnight. They featured...
Craft Ideas for Two Liter Bottles?
I have been making Xmas tree ornaments with them. I cut off the top part, then saw off the part that screws with the cap. I then paint them, decorate with decoupage. I find an interesting shaped squeeze bottle top and glue that on then glue on a bead to the...
What Breed is My Dog?
My first thought as well was the coloring of a Rottie but nothing else is right. Who really cares, she is just so beautiful and sweet!
Making Paper String?
I have seen tutorials for making it on a few sites but cant remember which ones. Why not Google HOW TO MAKE PAPER STRING and see what pops up? I do this all the time and find loads of information. Hope this helped.
Making Paper String?
Hi Angela, I found a site where they teach you how to Spin newspaper into yarn and I think that is what you want. The site is: http://www.greenupgrader.com/2138/handspun-recycled-newspaper-yarn/ Hope this helps, lisingreece
Fill Letters to Santa from the Post Office
Dear Peg, God Bless you and your family. This has made my day to hear about such kindness!!
Reuse Pillow Shams On Your Sofa
Hi Carol, I have been doing this for years! I also use large pillow shams as doggie bed covers as his quilted bed slides right into the sham. Shams are so easy to wash that it really works out for me and also I like things to match so they are perfect to put...
Tackle Box or Divided Plastic Craft Box for Earrings
I just finished making a jewelry box for a friend using a plastic, divided container from the Euro shop. I decoupaged it in natural handmade paper and then added leaves and a branch from my garden for interest. It turned out nicely I think.
Tackle Box or Divided Plastic Craft Box for Earrings
I just finished making a jewelry box for a friend using a plastic, divided container from the Euro shop. I decoupaged it in natural handmade paper and then added leaves and a branch from my garden for interest. It turned out nicely I think.
Suitcase Dog Bed
I was getting ready to throw out an old soft-sided suitcase with a broken zipper last year when I turned around and saw my dog had gotten into it and was sleeping! I cut off the top and lined the suitcase with his quilted bed and he is happy as a bug in a rug...
Ants on a Trumpet Vine?
I have a huge trumpet vine on my balcony and it also has lots of ants but I dont mind as they feed on the aphids and keep them under control.
Sammy Jo (Mixed Breed)
She looks soooo much like my dog, Cookie, that I also adopted. He is a poodle and terrier mix. She is just adorable!
Making Market Bags from Plastic Bags
PLEASE, PLEASE send us the instructions for this pink bag, It is soooo cute and I have got to make one! Thanks so much, lisa
Guss (Poodle Mix)
Dear Nancy, Guss looks so much like my poodle/terrier mix except Cookie is grey. Cookie also has a rubby ducky and takes it to the park every morning. He insists on carrying it home in his mouth! So glad that you helped Guss recover. God Bless. Lisa
Decoupaging Over Decoupage?
Not necessarily although it does depend on what item you are doing over again and how smooth you want it to look. If you dont want to bother, then just paint a nuetral color over the old decoupage and when dry, do it over again. Good luck
Covering Ikea Round Wicker Hassock?
Dear Linda, Why not decoupage the thing with a heavy fabric such as has been suggested? You can use any white craft glue and just paint it on and stick on the fabric. You can then varnash it and maybe then your kittie will not want to scratch it. Good luck...
Gathered Bag Pattern?
I saw one on the site, Home and Garden TV, in the sewing section, that looked very similar to this one and there were free instructions!
Recycled Bedspread Crafts
I THINK THIS IS A FAB IDEA! I LIVE IN GREECE AND WE DONT HAVE ANY SECOND-HAND SHOPS HERE AND ILL TELL YOU, I SURE MISS THE GREAT DEALS I FOUND WHEN I WAS IN THE STATES. I BOUGHT A PRETTY INDIA GAUZE DRESS YEARS AGO (IT WAS AN EMOTIONAL BUY AS I DONT WEAR DRESSES...
Advice For Buying A Scanner?
Thanks Everyone for your opinions on scanners; I had terrible luck with a HP printer and so will not buy that brand again but will look at Epsons and Lexmarks.
Cookie Cutter Garden Stakes
These are adorable and have given me other ideas for things to make, Thanks so much for sharing, lisingreece
Elsa and Abbey (Mini Poodle)
Dear Debe, If only people could get on as well as these two angels! Lovely photo and thanks for sharing, lisingreece Dear Debe, If only people could get on as well as these two angels! Lovely photo and thanks for sharing, lisingreece
Homemade Spray On Conditioner?
Hello, I love the idea of making my own leave-in conditioner but I use a concentrated leave-in conditioner which comes in a tube similar to toothpaste; does anyone know how I might be able to thicken up the regular conditioner? Maybe with gelatin? Lisingreece
Decorating with Pine Cones
Dear Barbara, I have been using bowls of pinecones around my house for years. I always add a few drops of essential oil and it makes such an inexpensive room freshener. Ever since I got my dog and take him for long walks every morning, I have been finding wonderful...
Resolving a Consumer Complaint
I have found this to be very useful in resolving problems. Recently I had an ongoing problem with my new telephony company and spent hours waiting on hold and speaking to numerous people who told me they would investigate and call me back but never did. I finally...
Plastic Soda Bottle Wind Chimes?
HAS ANYONE GOT A PHOTOGRAPH OF THIS? It seems interesting but I sure would like to see it to help me make one. Thanks. I checked on the link but no photo!
Decoupaged Paperweights
Thanks for the kind words, Liz. I did not sand any of my rocks but they were pretty smooth so I had no problems working with them. If you are worried, why not use the glass stones that can be found in many craft shops. I use them all the time since they now...
Keep Car Keys on Bedside Table
What a simple but incredibly clever prevention for intruders! Excellent tip and thanks for sharing.
Decoupaging Pictures on Wooden Table?
Why not just have a piece of glass cut to fit the top of your table and then you can rearrange or change the photos whenever you would like. I have done this often with decorative papers. I change the papers on an old wooden table I have in the bathroom with...
Frugal Valentine's Notebooks
I just love to hear stories like this and I think it is such a shame that young people arent as eager as my generation (mid 50s) to search around and then make something that is attractive, creative and best of all ...Cheap!!! I am a teacher and I try every...
Cocoa Jars for Christmas
Dear Sherry, I am just getting around to reading an in box of old Thriftyfuns and came across yours. When you say, cocoa mix, do you mean cocoa or do you mean premixed hot chocolate mix that you buy ready made at a shop? This is something that sounds so nice...
Making a Table From An Old Door and Decorated Tiles?
I know that IKEA sells several kinds of table legs so you might try there. Good luck, Lisa
Wall Pocket Decorations
I live in Greece where we eat lots of Feta cheese; I wonder if I could use the large tins that Feta comes in?? The supermarket on my street throws them out regularly so perhaps I will give it a try. These certainly are creative! Thanks so much for sharing with...
Wall Pocket Decorations
Really clever and pretty. What do you mean by clear spray paint? Do you mean spray varnish??
Adhering and Preserving Leaves on Slate?
I have also used white glue to glue my dried leaves to different things and it works well.
Looking For Information About Self Adhesive Glass Block Decorations?
Why not just contact the Wallies people and ask them? It is only a mouse click a way!
Rope Lights Under Kitchen Counters
This is a fantastic idea and am going to run out and buy a string and put them up in my kitchen, too. Thanks so much for the idea, Lisa
New Drapes Out of Sheets
I have been doing this for years because I have terrible allergies and need to launder my curtains so often. Now that flat sheets come in such an array of colors and prints it sure makes it easy to have nice curtains. Lisa
Niño (Terrier Mix)
Dear Nancy, Your Nino is just adorable. I also have a poodle-terrier mix that was an abandoned dog and he is much like yours, obedient, loving, loyal and a wonderful companion. Please keep sending us more photos of him! Thank you for sharing him with us. Lisa
Inexpensive Slipcover For Square Ottoman?
Hello Carol, If you dont want to buy a heavy-duty staple gun then you might try following the other peoples instructions but then just hot gluing the fabric from the bottom. I havent done this before but I thougth of it as I was reading your message. Good luck
Meimei (Yorkshire Terrier)
Dear Silvia, Your doggie is just so adorable and takes a great picture! Thank you for sharing.
Decoupaging Fabric To Glass?
Dear Julie, I have used paper many times to decorate glass block lamps from IKEA. I would use the same technique as paper. Choose the fabric you want to use, measure carefully and cut. Start gluing at the back side. I use Mod Podge or any white crafts glue...
Homemade Cover For Baby Wipe Case?
Dear Ginger, I have been using the same baby wipes box for years now. What I did was to decoupage printed fabric onto the plastic box, then I used a water-based sealer to protect it. It is best if you use 3+ coats of sealer as the box will be touched so often...
Decoupaged Mirrors
Thank you all for your kind words. Those of you who have asked for instuctions on making them, please be patient, I promise I will post the instuctions but I am very busy at this time. If you could wait until Sept. I will get them posted. Lisa
Vintage Flower Themed Room?
Why not find pretty patterned papers and decoupage on things in your room such as lamp base or lamp shade, or place a patterend peice of paper or cloth under a glass top on a table. There are lots of pretty fabrics to be found on the I-Net. You might even make...
Ideas For Recycling An Old Piano?
Im not sure this would work, but could you take out all the guts of the piano and use it as a kind of sideboard for storage?
$40 Bedroom Makeover
Dear Tawra, Your childs room sounds lovely; have you got a photo that you could send in so we could see the end result? Great job! Lisa
Make a Bathroom Vanity from an Old...
Several years ago a friend of mine also did this with a beautiful old walnut dresser and it looked great in her remodeled bathroom. I like yours better because it is light and suits a bathroom. It is really lovely and you did a wonderful job. Did it take a...
Dental Floss for Making Repairs
Dear Marie, I also use floss for lots of things! I recently repaired screens with it. My dog goes crazy when pigeons land on the balcony and he is forever going through the plastic screen curtain I have put up on the balcony doors. I find floss to be easy to...
Homemade Oil Diffuser/Warmer
This is really innovative. I am now on the look out for the ceiling fan part and make one. Thanks so sharing with us.
Decoupaged Tissue Box Covers
To all of you who sent me responses to my decoupaged tissue boxes, a big Thank You! Those of you who have asked for exact instructions, please be patient. I have just returned from my holidays and have lots to catch up on but I promise I will post the instructions...
Making Inexpensive Wall Hooks?
I collect ceramic knobs and use them to hang things from. IKEA has a wide-framed wooden mirror that I recently used for my knobs. I just drill holes in the wood, where ever I want them and then screw in a variety of interesting knobs. I hang necklaces from...
Repurposing Frisbees
Dear Regina, These are marvelous ideas for using frisbees. Thank you for sharing them with us.
Pet Toy From Old Socks
Dear Robyn, This is an adorable idea! I cant wait to collect enough old socks to make one for my doggie. Thank you for sharing this with us. Lisa
Make Your Own Bag Holder
Great ideas! I think I will print them out and give them to the woman who cleans out local park every morning; these ideas are ones she could use.
Decorate Your Fan
Dear Veronica, I love decoupaging but never thought about doing it on things like fans! And here in Greece, believe me, our fans are out a good 8 months a year! Thank you for sharing this tip with us.
Link: Threadbanger.com
WHAT A GREAT SITE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE! THE IDEA OF CREATING ONE-OF-A-KIND CLOTHING WITH RECYCLING IS INTELLIGENT AND CREATIVE.
Flower "Bed" That's Different
THIS IS ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!! I WILL NOW BE ON THE LOOK OUT FOR SOMETHING SIMILAR. A FRIEND GAVE ME AN OLD IRON BABY BED AND AS ONE SIDE SLIDES DOWN I MIGHT BE ABLE TO DO SOMETHING SIMILAR WITH THE BED. THANK YOU FOR SHARING WITH US.
What Can I Make With Frames?
I have glued smaller frames onto larger ones and then painted or stained them. This technique makes for an interesting frame!
Borax Equivalent in Europe?
Europe has banned the import of borax, that is why we cannot find borax here in Europe.
Cookie Pack Handbags
I use the really tough, clear bags that come inside of my cracked, brown rice box and do the same. I have the kids glue on silk flowers and ribbons and anything they like, add a shoulder strap and away the little fashion queens go!
Decoupaged Box Lid Using Old Calendar...
Dear Sherry, I just love your box! I have been doing these for about a year now. I buy the stackable colored boxes from IKEA and then do the same kind of decorating of the tops only. We have an annual Christmas and Easter Bazaar to help fund the Refugee Center...
