'Crafty by Nature Contest' Contest

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Jewelry Hanger

RavennaGirls, member | April 20th, 2009

Jewelry hanger made from a recycled wood frame that has been fixed and repainted. A piece of mesh is added to the back and a picture hanger. This way your earrings and necklaces hang like...

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CD Ball Sun Catchers

LavenderLady, member | April 19th, 2009

Although I have used many natural materials such as pinecones, sea shells,etc. to make things, I feel it is just as important to keep the items which don't decompose easliy, out of the land...

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Nesting

melimeloart, member | April 19th, 20091 comment

Nesting spring creations

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decoupage recycled bracelets by Faith Wood Designs

faithwooddesigns, member | April 19th, 20093 comments

All of my designs are handmade from recycled materials. I use an unfinished wooden bangle as a base and decoupage it with different materials. Some examples are seen with the...

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recycled light bulbs

naamaza, member | April 19th, 20094 comments

I sculpt woman figures on a burnt light bulbs leaving the belli open so one can see the bulb. the material I use for sculpting is Polymer Clay. these woman are much fun to make- each one is different...

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"Earth" party dress

Terisa, member | April 19th, 20092 comments

Dress made from recycled tissue, cardboard and packing supplies.

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Bergie the Jack Rabbit Love=Creature

LookWhatICanDo, member | April 18th, 20092 comments

Bergie the Jack Rabbit Love=Creature is simply stunning and she knows it. She has miles and miles of confidence and it has taken her far in life. She never doubts herself and makes really good...

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Ringas

kimcarney, member | April 18th, 20093 comments

I make big wooden rings with my drill press and lots of sanding and varnishing. Whimsical and fun.

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The Man-Cup

mygreenscene, member | April 18th, 20091 comment

My “man” around the house tends to have a sarcastic way about him, it’s hard encoded into his DNA. So while I fend off my craft jokes, and his odd questions about what Irsquom...

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Modern Flowers

mygreenscene, member | April 18th, 20092 comments

Step 1: Find/Acquire a vase. I pulled a vase outta my collection, look around for those free ones that come with flowers you receive, OR I found a handful of nice long vases with skinny necks at...

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Flower Basket Handbags

FeltSewGood, member | April 18th, 20095 comments

Handbags and accessories made from upcycled, felted wool sweaters, all thrift shop finds.

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Block Printed Table Runner

homesweetjenny, member | April 18th, 2009

The design for this table runner is one of my favorites for its small scale and geometric quality. The design is block printed by hand onto a hemp/organic cotton blend using water-based inksThese...

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Welcomed by Nature: Door Decoration Created by Collected Materials

NorahM, member | April 18th, 20091 comment

I created this by painting a flat foam round brown and then using a glue gun to attach a ribbon (to hang the collage from) as well as items I collected on nature walks or strolls around my...

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Eco-Punk Style

funkyfairyartist, member | April 17th, 20094 comments

As a small fashion designer I'm always coming up with new and creative ideas. I was at my local craft store when I saw a pattern for a magazine picture corset. I thought it was a great idea so I...

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Grocery Bags

ZHONDA, member | April 17th, 20091 comment

I am hoping all you crafty people will start making your own shopping bags and stop using plastic. Then, make them for your FRIENDS and family and demand that they stop filling our landfills...

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Water Category Entry: Ice Sculptures

thewaterboy, member | April 17th, 2009

Tools I use: electric chainsaws, chisels, heat guns, torches, and water. I am waiter by day, and on weekends I do ice sculpting for our restaurant, and local area hotels. In the first photo, I did...

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The AwAkEnInG

Freqgirl, member | April 16th, 2009

I call this The Awakening because it reminds me of a tree awakening from deep winter slumber and just starting to bloom. This is made from left overs I had from other projects. The tree...

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Sand Bottle Art

SandySeashore, member | April 16th, 2009

Sand Bottle Art - 3 different designs

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Mandala Sand Art

SandySeashore, member | April 16th, 2009

A Mandala table top I made for the garden. A Mandala is created my making various intricate pattern outlines, and filling them with different colors of sand.I first outlined mine...

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Ducks Pull-Toy

Lumberdude, member | April 16th, 2009

Handmade Duck Family pull-toy. Mama Duck can be separated from her ducklings (see photo 2). I left the wood unpainted for a more natural, organic look. All the wood I use for any of my projects comes...

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Wedding Sculpture

JWHuey, member | April 15th, 20093 comments

This large wedding sculpture is made by recycling old Barbie and Ken dolls, a paint can, wire, tin tray, yarn, ribbons, a napkin, and old silk flowers. After wiring and gluing everything...

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Crafty By Nature contest entry, Nature Inspired Seafoam Formal Gown, Water Category

missbaltimorecrabs, member | April 15th, 20092 comments

I designed the pattern and created this beautiful formal gown for the Crafty By Nature Contest, Water Category. It is made ENTIRELY out of recycled materials and natural items. The dress itself, is...

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Fairy Real Estate

DragonflyDamsel, member | April 14th, 20094 comments

Just a short walk through the woods you will find wonderful items to help create a special place for your Fairy. I have used various pieces of wood, rock, moss, twigs, pods, dried flowers and...

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scrappy pins

bombusQ, member | April 14th, 20091 comment

I used to hand-dye silk and then make it into scarves and other various clothing. As the pile at my feet grew from the serged ends of the fabric, I was caught by the beauty of the color and texture...

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Crafty by Nature Contest

Make projects inspired by nature's elements (earth, wind, fire, water). Our contributors offer inspiration here.

Crafters must use any combination of recycled materials, items from nature (yes, we mean pinecones!, etc) and eco-friendly products (like those in our green buying guide.

Enter your projects by April 22nd to be eligible to win:

Grand Prize: Yudu screenprinting machine

3 Runners Up: Red Heart Yarn Prize Package:

-A Red Heart Eco-Friendly Tote

-A Red Heart Refreshing Throw Pattern (LW1669)

-Yarn to make the Refreshing Throw: Red Heart Eco-Ways yarn--3 skeins, Blue Cloud (1821), Petal (3372), Oyster (3313), and Lichen (1615)

-Red Hearts Eco-Ways yarn --2 skeins Aquarium (3520)

-Susan Bates Bamboo handle hook (13206), size 5mm{US H-8}

See Official Rules for details.