Courtney's Art and Craft Ideas Gone Wild

This is beautiful sea glass jewelry. I can't say that I've heard of sea glass before!

Want to see more sea glass jewelry? Click here to see Robin's Etsy store, or click on the image to see her blog.

I've found a lot of string art online lately, but Honey and Fitz has a great tutorial for it. I love the rainbow colors that she chose. Perfect for a kid's bedroom! The tutorial uses cork board, however, I would recommend using wood instead. Your choice of course though! :)

Click the image for the tutorial!

Just when you thought you couldn't find another use for bubble wrap....
Why not make a necklace out of them!?!

This is one of those crafts that I want to try almost as a science experiment! I want to know what it looks like up close!

Click on the image for the tutorial at craftster.org
Please let me know if you give this a try!

--from the book "Jewelry Upcycled!" by Sherri Haab (see book below)--

I absolutely love this candle, plus it's easy to make! Easily add your own image to any candle!

Click on the image for the tutorial!

Add your own personal touch to your next baby shower gift. Create your own alphabet blocks. Are you having a baby? Make one for each guest.

Click the image for the tutorial.

Do you have an old rusty typewriter just collecting dust?
If the keys are in good condition, why not make necklaces out of them? A great vintage craft.

Click on the image for a full tutorial!

If you would like to purchase typewriter key jewelry by Sophia Decor, see the module below.

Make necklaces using washers and my new found friend, Mod Podge! You will also need Glossy Accents, and Twine or another type of string for the necklace.

Click on the image for complete instructions at Craftster.org.

Learn how to transfer to glass jars using Magic decal coating paper along with the standard decal paper to make your transfers dishwasher safe! Just think of all the possibilities!

Supplies:
1. Image to transfer (tutorial includes a free printable)
2. Inkjet printer
3. Clear Decal paper
4. Magic Decal Coating Paper
5. Laminator
6. Scissors
7. Water
8. Soft cloth
9. Item to embellish
10. Microwave, oven or hairdryer

Please click on the image for the full tutorial at The Painted Hive.

This is kind of an interesting piece. The kit can be purchased here, however, this piece gave me an idea to make something similar out of wine corks! What do you think?

I think this idea is really neat! Think of how many photos you can fit on your refrigerator with these Tiny Polaroids!

Supplies needed:

Stiff white cardstock or cardboard
Opaque white marker (necessary only if your cardboard is not white)
Craft knife
Metal straight edge/ruler
Clear packing tape (optional)
Spray mount
Adhesive-backed magnet tape
Photo editing software, such as Adobe Photoshop or Pixlr (free online)
Photo paper
Printer

Please click on the image for the full tutorial!

Who doesn't need more space to store all of their supplies, right? I just wish I had a chest now!

Tools and Materials

Unfinished wooden chest
Clear-plastic hanging-folder
File cases
1/4-inch-thick cork
Cork glue
Wood glue
Molding
Cutlery holder or
Modular wooden craft boxes
Paint or stain

Please click on the image for details at www.marthastewart.com

Love photos printed on canvas, but you feel they're way too expensive?
Try this faux canvas print tutorial using Mod Podge and Tissue Paper!

What you need:

Canvas (however many you are using)
White tissue paper
Printer
Regular printer paper
Scissors
Tape
Mod-Podge
Brush

Please click on the image for the full tutorial.

I have been looking every where for ideas to create texture on clay lately. I think I finally found my inspiration! I just need to raid my husband's wood shop! :)

This tutorial is separated into 3 parts:
Hardware Stamps Part 1
Hardware Stamps Part 2
Hardware Stamps Part 3

A fun idea for kids!

Click on the image for full details at Fiskars.com.

These candle votives would make a beatiful addition to any home. Find out how to make them by clicking on the photo.

MATERIALS LIST
Large Glass Votives
Blocks of FIMO Effect Transparent- 4
Blocks of Black FIMO Soft- 3 to 4
Conventional or Toaster Oven
Craft Knife to Cut Clay
Pasta Machine, Brayer or Acrylic Roller
Pencil
Flat Baking Tray
Craft Sticks
Smooth Work Surface
Plastic Page Protectors

Another great project using my new best friend, Mod Podge, and also Mason Jars!

Click on the image for a link to momtastic.com for complete instructions.

This craft is just beautiful, a must try! Beautiful Lumieres using a balloon, High Melt Paraffin Wax (found at most craft stores), and a double boiler. Would be a great idea for weddings!

Please click on the image for a complete tutorial at www.thebridallounge.ie/weddingbelles.

I would have never thought of this idea! I love finding new uses for everyday items or things that most people would just throw away.

This uses brown paper bags, stain them, then coat with several coats of water-based polyurethane. Click on the image to link to lovelycrafthome.com for detailed instructions!

A neat idea using ShrinkyDinks and Ink Stamps. Click on the image for a link to PlanetJune for a detailed tutorial.

Now these are a type of leg warmers that I would actually wear! A fun way to dress up your shoes!

Click on the image to link to the original site.

Create your own trendy cord bracelets with beads and charms!

Click on image for link to full instructions.

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, I've been looking for new ideas for Valentine's cards for my kids to exchange in school. SkipToMyLou.org has some great ideas if you don't want to purchase the regular store bought Valentine's cards this year!

Click on the image for a link to the site along with Free printables! How much easier can it get!?!

Update: My kids & I just finished making these Valentine's butterflies today. They turned out great! My son did the Whirly Gigs, they turned out awesome! He's excited to hand them out!

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