Pinterest Pick of the Week!
Ah, Monday. And not just any Monday. It's the very first week of the Pinterest Pick of the week. Oh, do I have a gem for you! So not long ago, I was doing what I do best and browsing pinterest. Not really looking for anything in particular, I came across a pin for something called a "Mind Jar." (Tada! The Mind Jar is literally a glittery fluid filled jar. Sounds pretty awesome, right? And there's no science behind it. I added blue food coloring to my water because, well, I like blue. And here it is all shaken up! Beautiful. It definitely should be... (We use it more than the children, honestly.) I'm giving this Pinterest a 2 thumbs up. Want to make your own?
How To Mix Chalkboard Paint in Any Color
We love using chalkboards as backdrops for displays and parties (like this one here!). So we were super excited to learn that you can create your own custom colors-and it's really easy! We first learned how from Martha Stewart whose tutorial you can read here. She recommends that you use latex paint, but we tried it out with acrylic paints with much success. Here's how you too can create your own chalkboard paint... Supplies: 1/2 cup acrylic paint (choose any color you like, or mix colors together to make the perfect shade!) 1. 2. Once your chalkboard has fully dried be sure to slate the surface before using it for the first time. Have fun creating any color combination you like!!
Baking Soda Clay
Here's another homemade modeling compound that good for both kids and adult artisans. Compared to the homemade polymer clay I presented a few weeks ago, it's non-elastic when wet and much "softer" when dry---that is, easy to sand smooth or to reshape, to add etchings, and possibly even to carve (I haven't tried). I've used it to make a variety of small items, particularly small bowls and candle holders (shown below in order of finished-ness). Sanded nice and smooth! Materials 1 cup corn starch2 cups baking soda1.25 cups cold waterNon-stick potWooden spoonMed-large bowl (not pictured)Damp cloth, lid or plate (not pictured) Steps Combine ingredients in pot and stir until smooth. Cook over low-medium flame, stirring constantly, until the mixture resembles mashed potatoes. Remove from heat and let cool in a separate container either covered with a damp towel or mostly covered with a plate or lid. Sculpt. Allow to dry, about 2 days depending on the size and thickness of your finished piece. Enjoy!
Ingeniously re-used products
Design is not always about expensive branded items. At times, it is about human ingenuity which surprises us occasionally by finding use in what appears useless. We hope this post inspires you to seek new ways to ‘Reduce, Re-use and Recyle…’ Mieulin believes you can make a box out of used plastic bottles. Fazendo Arte does not like to throw away old floppies. Infact, old computer accessories can be creatively used in different ways: (Key necklace by Susan) by Audrey & Max by Mario Langer and if you have been following this blog regularly you would remember the Mac Aquarium from our post about awesome aquariums. CDs can be used as lampshades… by Essellarr Ana Pomars shows us used plastic cups and cloth pegs would work fine too… and so does old tubelights… or old bulbs… Jelene‘s pal thinks you can even make lampshades out of used cans… …and lampshades aren’t the only things you can make out of used cans. a symbolic pot? Photo by Bob008 Atleast those bikes wouldn’t be causing any pollution!
That Was a What_!_ Another Tire Saved From the Landfill
27.08.2012That Was A What?!: Another Tire Saved from the Landfill1/25www.thatwasawhat.blogspot.ro/2012/08/another-tire-saved-from-landfill.html Home Decor Powered by Imagination...Repurposed on Purpose That Was A What?! Another Tire Saved from the Landfill I wouldn't call myself a tree hugger, but I do take reusable bags to the grocery store, I've switched all my monthly bills to paperless emails, and I always,always, turn the water off while I'm brushing my teeth. Jumped on Craigslist.com and searched for free semi-trailer tires (I wantedmy ottoman to be a nice, round, full figured girl who isn't afraid to flaunt hercurves). Took her home and washed her up to remove any grease and grime. Subscribe in a reader August(4)Guess What This Glitzy Console Table Used toBe! July (1) Nikki So whoam I? Guess What ThisGlitzy Console TableUsed to Be!
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This site has a lot of pictures! Please be patient while site loads! Sit and Stay! Copyright © 2007 BunnyRooBeagle.com. All Rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. Ingredients: Three 6 ounce Containers of Plain, Low-Fat Yogurt 1/2 Cup of Peanut Butter (Low Sodium) 1 Four Ounce Jar of Banana Baby Food 1 Tbsp of Honey Directions: In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients. A yummy frozen treat! Penny, Kylie & Kiwi LOVED the frozen peanut butter banana pops! I am trying to save a cat with a broken tail from being euthanized.
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Polly's Picks: 45 BEST Home Organizational & Household Tips Tricks & Tutorials - Mrs. Polly Rogers | Decorate, Make, Create! | Mrs. Polly Rogers | Decorate, Make, Create!
Polly DIY Stay Tuned! Be the first to hear Polly's fabulous new ideas! Enter your email address: Recent Posts Archives Polly’s Picks: 45 BEST Home Organizational & Household Tips Tricks & Tutorials My next project will be to clean my garage and paint it turquoise—because it’s just plain pretty! 1. #2 How to organize your garage step by step. #3. #4. #5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 9 reasons to always have Epson Salts on hand. 38. 39. 40. 41. 31 Things you can freeze to save time & money. 42. 43. 44. 45. I can do that! 40 Comments Join the conversation and post a comment.
