Are you a crafter or a ‘Cool Kid Crafter’ looking for a fun and sustainable project? Look no further! In this tutorial, we will make fun pompoms using up cycled plastic grocery bags and bottles. Not only is this a great way to show your team spirit, but it’s also an environmentally friendly way to […]
Today Bowdabra creator, Sandy Sandler shows you how easy it is to make this adorable upcycled jeans wall organizer. Who doesn’t have an old pair of jeans laying around gathering dust? Use it to make this useful addition to your home décor! Materials: Wall hanger 2-Upcycled Denim Jean Pockets 2-12 inch strips of upcycled denim […]
Get those students ready for back to school with an extra special upcycled denim ponytail holder that will match almost every outfit of the week! Up-Cycle those old jeans into a hair bow or a ponytail holder… Lots of hair bows and ponytail holders at that! You can customize them to many different styles and […]
So, what do you do with a used dryer sheet? You can’t toss them in the recycle bin, and you can’t compost them. They become trash—landfill fodder. But, you can transform them into beautiful flowers. Here are the supplies that you’ll need: Used dryer sheets Button Broad tip Sharpie or alcohol markers Scissors Needle and […]
Sandy Sandler, the creator of Bowdabra, is here to show you how to make a perfect bow out of recycled ribbon scraps. Use this amazing bow to adorn a wreath. This wreath basically cost you $1 and scraps of ribbon. Amazing!! How to make a perfect bow out of recycled ribbon scraps Materials: Bowdabra […]
Hello Crafty People! Learn how to turn trash to treasure with Bowdabra. This project was super easy and includes a small swag of found objects and scraps using the Bowdabra! How to turn trash to treasure with Bowdabra Supplies: Bowdabra Tool and Wire 6″ x 12″ canvas 6″ wide decorative wallpaper border (15″ length) 1-2 pages […]
Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here to show you how to create a Bowdabra altered notebook. The Bowdabra altered notebook makes a great end of the year gift for teachers, graduates and more. And if you are looking for a great Father’s Day gift just change the colors of the ribbon (mustache print is perfect) to […]
I think you’re going to love this! By following this step by step tutorial you too can make a mini necktie keychain with Bowdabra wire accent. Bowdabra wire is not only durable and pliable to work with. It holds up to decorative touches and accents for a number of things. In this tutorial, you will […]
You’ve seen uses for the Capri sun packages but have you seen any for the Capri sun box? How about making this cute little girl’s purse created by designer Sarah Forhan. If you are looking for a fun project to make with your kids, why not make a sweet little girl’s purse from the Capri […]
This self-watering planter is made from a recycled water bottle. Add a coordinating bow, and it’s ready to present as an Easter or Mother’s Day gift. Supplies for Bow and Self-watering Planter For the bow: Mini Bowdabra 15″ Bowdabra bow wire 12″ x 8″ length tulle 6″ length ½” grosgrain ribbon (for the bow’s tail) 9″ […]
Are ribbon rolls scattered everywhere in your craft space? You can easily upcycle an old shoebox into a ribbon storage box! The box holds 8-10 ribbon rolls more if they are not very wide. The Stencil blank you use for the side opening works as a dispenser to feed the ribbon ends through for easy […]
I love decorating my home for the 4th of July. Some of my decor is always Americana but I do like to add special decor items for the actual 4th of July. I love wreaths and have them hanging on both doors. The front door wreath is a basket of flowers and I will often […]
Welcome to our Feature Friday Series. Each week we showcase some of our favorite projects from the previous weeks Crafty Showcase. Last week we shared 10 Recycled Crafts and Upcycled Projects and then our designers share more recycled crafts during the week. Below we are going to feature more recycled and upcycled projects because they […]
Kim, from Exquisitely Unremarkable, shares her latest recycled fashion craft idea. Transform a plain pullover sweater into an exquisite ribbon cardigan! With a little sewing knowledge and few easy steps you to can make this! Finish your upcycled cardi with a beautiful Mini Bowdabra Bow. Materials Needed: Sweater 1.5 inch thick grosgrain ribbon .5 inch […]
