Hello! I'm Bonnie -- a craft nerd, musician, writer, furniture and vintage lover, crafter, and diyer! If you would like to learn more about me, I also have my own blog, Revolutionaries, where I write about more craft projects, furniture redos, and my faith! You can also find me on Google+, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Last week I bought an adorable plant stand at a garage sale. I stared at it sitting in my living room and thought, “Those curved feet are just too cute! I wish I could make it into a table.” So, I transformed it into a table!
How To: Create a Plant Stand Side Table Read More 👉
What’s the best part about the beginning of the month? Going through all of the awesome features that you guys submitted in the Green Crafts Showcase! Here are the features from June.
Top 5 Projects from the June Green Crafts Showcase Read More 👉
While garage saling last week, I came across this unique vintage cookie jar for $4! I wanted to sell it in my craft booth, but the paint was faded and cracked. I think it goes without saying that the owl has pretty creepy appearance as well. Here’s how you can fix up that vintage piece next time instead of passing it up.
How To: Update a Vintage Cookie Jar Read More 👉
Last year I made Eco-Friendly “Sparklers” to decorate for the 4th of July. This year, I created colorful recycled “firecrackers” using items that you probably already have in your craft stash! Here’s how you can make your own.
4th of July Craft: Recycled “Firecrackers” Read More 👉
If you’re serving cupcakes at your 4th of July party this year, here’s a way to add a little red, white, and blue with handmade cupcake toppers!
4th of July Party Ideas: Handmade and Eco-Friendly Cupcake Toppers Read More 👉
Summer is here and your kids are out of school– now what? Here are 10 eco-friendly and fun kids crafts to keep them entertained!
Looking for a way to bring your homemade cake to the next level? Top it off with an eco-friendly cake bunting!
Eco-Friendly Party Ideas: DIY Cake Bunting Read More 👉
Here are 5 items (that you probably have around your home) that can help you create an easy and eco-friendly centerpiece that rocks!
Create an Easy and Eco-Friendly Centerpiece With Only 5 Items Read More 👉
I’ve seen recycled map art projects all over Pinterest and I was just waiting for an opportunity to create one, too. After returning from Guatemala this week, I was inspired to make my own eco-friendly version!
How To: Recycled Map Art Read More 👉
The Green Crafts Showcase projects get better and better every single month! It’s insane. Here are the top 5 projects for May:
Top 5 Projects from the May Green Crafts Showcase Read More 👉
A fabulous Repurposed Book as Sketchbook tutorial by Livividli Lifestyle Blog was linked up to our Green Crafts Showcase this month. I was so inspired by it that it will not only be featured tomorrow as one of the top 5 projects, but I wanted to create my own version. Instead of a sketchbook, I repurposed my book into a journal.
How To: Create an Altered Journal Read More 👉
I’ve created an Altoid tin business card holder before, but what about one specifically for dad? It’s an awesome Father’s Day gift that can be personalized in so many ways.
Upcycling Altoids Tins: A Business Card Holder for Dad Read More 👉
A few months ago, I came across this altered window shutter and fell in love. I finally found some shutters at a thrift store so I could make my own altered shutters– with an eco-friendly twist, of course!
How To: Upcycled Shutter Memo Board Read More 👉
Back in the day, I would make a “coupon book” for my parents full of free hugs and chores that I disliked. I decided to put an eco-friendly and personalized spin to my average coupon book. Here’s how you (or your children) can make one, too!
DIY Father’s Day Gift Idea: A Recycled “Coupon Book” Read More 👉
Father’s Day is right around the corner! Here’s an easy DIY koozie that would be an awesome eco-friendly gift for dad and requires no sewing.
How To: DIY Recycled Felt Koozie for Dad Read More 👉
As you know from How To: Spruce Up an Old Jewelry Box, I love unique jewelry storage. This week I noticed my rings were getting out of hand, so I came up with a way to keep them organized and on display!
How To: Teacup and Spoon Jewelry Holder Read More 👉
Remember when I told you that I had a huge bag of wine corks in the Wine Corks to Wall Art tutorial? Well, inspiration struck again and I decided to create wine cork earrings!
How To: Make Wine Cork Earrings Read More 👉
Here are 10 upcycled ladder projects that inspired me to create my own ladder book shelf!
10 Upcycled Ladder Projects That Will Leave You Inspired Read More 👉
I’ve admired Becky’s Burlap Sunglasses Case for quite some time now, but I have no sewing skills at all. My solution? Create a no sew sunglasses case with my handy-dandy hot glue gun!
How To: Make a No Sew Sunglasses Case Read More 👉
As usual, the Green Crafts Showcase brought some incredible DIY projects this month. Here are the top 5 projects!
Top 5 Projects from the April Green Crafts Showcase Read More 👉
Give your earrings, brooches, or buttons new life by transforming them into a unique hair pin!
How To: Turn a Vintage Earring into an Unique Hair Pin Read More 👉
Mother’s Day is just a few weeks away (May 12, 2013)– are you ready? Instead of buying your mom an average gift from a big box store, considering making her an eco-friendly DIY gift that she won’t forget!
A handmade paper brooch is a great way to make your mom or grandma feel special on a day that celebrates who she is and what she means to you!
How To: Book Page Mother’s Day Brooch Read More 👉
I love giving furniture multiple purposes while giving it a unique look. This week, I transformed a coffee table into a display for some of my souvenirs and memories from Thailand. Instead of tucking your memories into a scrapbook, turn your coffee table into a “scrapbook” that is viewed daily!
How To: “Scrapbook” Coffee Table Read More 👉
Instead of the average knob, create your own one-of-a-kind scrap fabric pull!
How To: DIY Scrap Fabric Pulls Read More 👉
You don’t have to redo an entire piece of furniture to give it a new look! With a few simple steps, I took a boring piece of furniture and gave it new life!
Painting Furniture: The White Washed Cabinet Read More 👉
If you’re anything like me, you’ve been doing some spring cleaning. I went through my thrift stash this week and found this adorable jewelry box. I liked it to begin with, but I wanted to spruce it up a bit. Here’s how you can spruce up your own jewelry box!
How To: Spruce Up an Old Jewelry Box Read More 👉
Are you guys ready to see this month’s amazing features? Without further adieu, here are the incredible projects from March!
Top 5 Projects from the March Green Crafts Showcase Read More 👉
If you’re looking for a colorful planter that will spruce up your porch or patio, I have an awesome project for you!
Upcycle a Metal Tin into a Chalkboard Planter! Read More 👉
Do you have an old pair of sunglasses that you don’t want to throw away? Transform them into a unique art piece for your home!
Recycle Your Old Sunglasses into Art! Read More 👉
Looking for a unique way to store your button collection? What about a jar that actually looks like a button? I saw this button storage idea from S.C.R.A.P using a peanut butter jar, and it inspired me to make my own button jar!
How To: Painted Button Jar Read More 👉
Rather than putting your child’s Easter candy in a wasteful plastic egg, consider making a recycled Easter bunny candy holder instead!
How To: Recycled Easter Bunny Candy Holder Read More 👉
Looking for a fun and eco-friendly wreath for Easter? Look no further! I have an adorable wreath for you that’s made entirely of recycled materials!
How To: Eco-Friendly Wreath for Easter! Read More 👉
Don’t have anything green to wear for St. Patrick’s Day this Sunday? Whip up this quick and easy shamrock brooch so you don’t get pinched!
How To: Recycled Shamrock Brooch! Read More 👉
Need a unique planter for spring? Transform an old chair into the perfect planter!
How To: Upcycle an Old Chair into a Planter Read More 👉
You guys came up with some incredible projects this month! Here are the top 5 projects from this month’s showcase!
Top 5 Projects from the February Green Crafts Showcase Read More 👉
