Make Do and Mend: Meet Reuse Superstar Jen Gale
I’ve been a fan of Jen Gale since learning about her make Do and Mend Year. Check out her TED Talk and a Q&A with Jen!
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My name is Becky Striepe (rhymes with “sleepy”), and I am a crafts and food writer from Atlanta, Georgia with a passion for making our planet a healthier, happier, and more compassionate place to live. My mission is to make vegan food and crafts accessible to everyone!. If you like my work, you can also find me on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.
I’ve been a fan of Jen Gale since learning about her make Do and Mend Year. Check out her TED Talk and a Q&A with Jen!
Make Do and Mend: Meet Reuse Superstar Jen Gale Read More 👉
My kid is just starting to really be able to do art projects. At two, he’s finally learning that paint and crayons are for making art, not for eating. It’s like this whole world of art projects for kids is opening up to us. These are some of the natural and recycled art projects for kids that I want to try with my guy.
8 Natural + Recycled Art Projects for Kids (toddler edition) Read More 👉
A handful of my friends had outdoor weddings, and I love the way that they incorporated the natural scenery into their wedding decor. These are some of the outdoor wedding ideas inspired by my own friends’ beautiful wedding ceremonies.
15 Outdoor Wedding Ideas you Can Make Yourself Read More 👉
Spring is here! It’s still not too late to start your spring garden, even from seed. Whether you’re new to gardening or an old pro, we’ve highlighted some super fun garden guides to help you start growing and deck out your garden, DIY-style.
8 Spring Garden Guides to Get You Growing Read More 👉
Whether you have an egg allergy or are avoiding eggs for ethical reasons, you can still get crafty this Easter! Try these egg-free Easter crafts.
7 Egg-Free Easter Crafts (vegan and allergy-friendly) Read More 👉
Scissors or paper punches going dull? Sizzix not cutting the way it should? Sewing machine acting wonky? Don’t get mad. Fix it! The list below has tips for how to mend and maintain the crafty tools that you rely on to do what you do.
Fix It: 8 Ways to Mend and Maintain Your Crafty Tools Read More 👉
Past me sure would have liked this video on how to sharpen a dull Xacto knife, instead of springing for new blades all the time.
Dull Xacto Knife? Sharpen it! [video] Read More 👉
Did your cat get ahold of your bamboo needles? You can’t really knit when your yarn is constantly snagging on bite marks. Check out how to repair your bamboo knitting needles with good old wood filler.
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Doing sewing machine maintenance at home might seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Let’s give our sewing machines some love, y’all!
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Artist Brian Dettmer is using old books to create beautiful art. Check out his TED Talk about what he does and why he does it.
Brian Dettmer Uses Old Books in Stunning New Ways Read More 👉
Instead of tossing your old, frayed brushes, try this simple technique for cleaning paint brushes without harsh chemicals solvents.
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Winter is rough on my skin. Without a moisture boost, it gets super dry and painfully cracked. Here are DIY winter beauty tips to help you kick your winter skin and get ready for spring.
Winter Beauty Tips: 9 DIY Recipes for Healing Winter Skin Read More 👉
You can get your scissors professionally sharpened, but first check out how to sharpen scissors with a supply that you probably already have in your stash.
How to Sharpen Scissors with One Surprising Tool Read More 👉
Oh my gosh, Valentine’s Day is in TWO DAYS. Don’t panic! We’ve got 10 last-minute Valentine’s Day ideas from cards to gifts to homemade sweet treats.
10 Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas that Don’t Look Last-Minute Read More 👉
I love the way this simple DIY furniture makeover transforms an old dresser into a statement piece.
DIY Furniture: Update an old dresser with a photograph! Read More 👉
Can you believe that we’re at less than two weeks to Valentine’s Day? If you’re planning a quiet evening in, make it extra special with recycled Valentine decorations!
10 Recycled Valentine Decorations Read More 👉
Did you try to apply eye shadow before having coffee and drop it on the floor? You don’t have to toss that crumbled color. Try this DIY makeup fix instead!
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Need some rainy day activities to beat cabin fever? This is a mix of activities that younger and older toddlers can enjoy. Take a look and see which ones look like the right fit for your busy kid!
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This is a super simple rainy day activity that you can set up on the fly using items that you probably already have in your kitchen.
Rainy Day Activity: Raid Your Kitchen for Sensory Play Read More 👉
Conventional toothpaste is full of harmful chemicals. Shocking, since this is stuff that’s supposed to go into your mouth, right? Most conventional toothpaste contains artificial colors and flavors along with chemicals that might even weaken your teeth over time. And the worst of the bunch also contain triclosan or triclocarban. Instead of agonizing over a long ingredients label, you can save some cash and learn how to make toothpaste yourself. At home. With ingredients that you pick!
Spotted: How to Make Toothpaste (no, really!) Read More 👉
Have you ever wondered, “Is wool vegan?” Here’s why animal rights activists don’t wear or craft with wool.
This is why I don’t craft with wool. Read More 👉
Learn why and how to make your own DIY cleaning products instead of buying them at the store with this handy visual guide!
DIY Cleaning Products: A Handy Visual Guide Read More 👉
These DIY winter energy saving tips are aimed at helping you lower your bills this winter and all year long.
8 DIY Winter Energy Saving Tips Read More 👉
Now that the presents are all open and the stockings are empty, are you staring at a heap of gift wrap and feeling a little guilty? Reuse all of that pretty paper with some wrapping paper crafts!
10 Wrapping Paper Crafts to Use Up that Gift Wrap Read More 👉
It’s super simple to make vinegar drain cleaner that works. But if you don’t like a room that smells like vinegar, you can also make one that works and smells nice.
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Store-bought mouthwash often contains nasty chemical ingredients, and natural brands of mouthwash can be on the pricy side. Here’s how to make mouthwash with ingredients that you probably have in your house already.
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We’ve got exactly a week to get Christmas sorted out, y’all. Are you panicking? Don’t panic. You’ve got this, because we’ve got nine last-minute Christmas gifts that you can make quickly in batches.
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Do you have a favorite blanket that’s outlived its usefulness as a throw? Heres how to make a poncho from it!
How to Make a Poncho from Your Favorite Blanket (no sew!) Read More 👉
Uh oh. Did you forget to pick out a Christmas tree this year? The pickings are getting slim, but maybe that’s for the best. Instead of a sheddy tree that you have to curb at the end of the month, you can make a recycled forever tree that has a lot more heart. I’m loving these recycled DIY Christmas tree ideas!
12 DIY Christmas Tree Ideas for a Waste Free Christmas Read More 👉
Deck your tree with some super fun DIY Christmas Ornaments instead of buying new this year. You can save some money and reduce your holiday waste!
10 DIY Christmas Ornaments: More Love, Less Stuff Read More 👉
British crafters, rejoice! If you make upcycled goodies, there’s a brand new outlet for selling your wares. Remade in Britain is open for business.
Remade in Britain: A New Upcycling Marketplace Read More 👉
Redo an old votive holder with a little bit of burlap for cute DIY holiday decor or even a DIY wedding decoration!
Spotted: Votive Updated with Burlap for Holiday or DIY Wedding Decor Read More 👉
Are you working on your list of gifts for this year? Check out these resources with DIY holiday gifts you can make for everyone on your list.
DIY Holiday Gifts for Everyone on Your List Read More 👉
There are lots of tutorials for how to make patches, but I’m loving this crochet method that turns a simple repair into a cute new detail.
Spotted: How to Make Patches with Crochet Read More 👉
Whether you’re lovingly creating handmade gifts for your whole list or decided to shop for most of your gifts this year, a little handmade gift wrapping adds some extra heart. Here are some DIY gift wrapping ideas that cost less and waste less.
9 Gift Wrapping Ideas for a Waste-Free Holiday Read More 👉
This is my new favorite night cream. It’s a homemade eye cream, and it only uses two ingredients. I bet you even have one or both of them in your house already.
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