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12 Pool Noodle Crafts, Decor, Fun, and Exercise

You might find swimming pool "noodles" on sale this time of year for as low as 50 cents each.  Gather up some for fun activities and decorative crafts.  Use a utility knife for any cutting needed. Duct tape (in any color) works well for attaching noodles to each other. 1.  Firecracker Decor for 4th of July Cut noodles to the length you want … [Read more...]

Make Origami Stars from Wrapping Paper Scraps

I think these are so cute.   You can hang them on a Christmas tree or use instead of bows as package decorations.  They would be nice additions to an indoor wreath or as part of a garland or mantel display.  Hang them from light fixtures/chandeliers or in windows for a bit of holiday cheer that costs you nothing but a little time.  You could easily … [Read more...]

Iron On Designs Using Plastic Shopping Bags

I have not tried this, but I think I want to. You use plastic shopping bags as a kind of glue to attach fabric appliques to clothing or other fabric. This could be a lot of fun and would cover up any stains that won't come out of clothing or if there's a small hole in the garment. I'd try it first on a piece of scrap fabric or something really … [Read more...]

In Praise of Plastic Storage Tubs or How I Chucked the Laundry Basket

I asked my dh to buy a new laundry basket for me because the old one was falling apart. He didn't think I needed a new one just because it was tricky to carry up the stairs. I insisted that I needed a new one no matter what. He came back from the store saying he couldn't find any launndry baskets (!) but brought me a super large plastic storage … [Read more...]

Make a Soccer Ball Pinata (or any other kind)

Here's a good project for summer time. This pinata is super easy, but you can use the general instructions to make other shapes. These are great for parties of course, but can be great room decorations for the kids or gameroom. They can be made to go with any holiday. Get the kids and/or the whole family involved for a fun inexpensive … [Read more...]

Make a Kanzashi Folded Fabric Flower Pin

I like these directions for making a simple pin with Kanzashi petals. You can use this as a hair ornament, a jewelry pin, or a package decoration. Your imagination is the only limit.Click title for link at Instructables. Also see earlier post on Square Pennies for making a larger hair ornament with Kanzashi petals. Just use the Search This Blog … [Read more...]

Make an Oil Candle from a Clementine

These are so beautiful and have a wonderful citrus fragrance. All you need are some clementines (also called tangerines), a knife, some oil, and a lighter.Be sure to cut a big enough hole in the top so that the peel won't burn. They show a star shape, but you could use a cookie cutter for another shape.Read the comments for good suggestions for … [Read more...]

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