Eco-Friendly, Drink Mix Container Cuff Bracelet

Do you save those great new powdered drink containers?  You know, the kind Crystal Light and other brands come in, with the flattened oval shape?

Try a super simple, eco-conscientious cuff bracelet, made by cutting slices from that uniquely-contoured box.

Here comes the easy, fun, kid-friendly DIY...

The Mystery Thing Revealed: Green And Purple Bells

After many days marinating, it's time to stick a fork in this thing, because it is done!  I'm referring to this week's Guess The Mystery Thing game, of course.  My readers have been trying to identify the mysterious secret ingredient in this pearly purple necklace:

And these swingy bright earrings.

The mystery: what are those green and purple, bell-shaped objects?  Think you know?  Did anybody guess?  Read on to find out.

Guess The Mystery Thing: Green And Purple Bells

Heads up, people!  A new Guess The Mystery Thing game is about to begin.  (It's my crafty giveaway guessing game, and everyone is invited.)  Ready to play?  Take a hard look at these upcycled baubles:

Your challenge: identify the green and purple bell-shaped caps.  What are those odd little objects?

First person to guess correctly will receive a fabulous prize!  (Namely, one of these colorful jewels.  OR a groovy goodie bag of random crafty supplies.) 

How it works: leave your guess in the comments.  There'll be two winners: first correct guess and a random winner.  That's right, I said random winner - so even if you don't know (or think someone else already got it), you could still win.  If your guess is funny, it might make my Most Creative Honor Roll.
 

This giveaway is open to anyone, anywhere.  C'mon, join in!

THE ONE AND ONLY RULE

1. UNLESS YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IS ONE CLICK AWAY IN AN ONLINE PROFILE, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS WITH YOUR GUESS.

Ready?  Set!  Guess the Mystery Thing!

UPDATE: THIS CHALLENGE IS NOW CLOSED - THANKS FOR PLAYING, EVERYONE!  CLICK HERE TO SEE THE EXCITING REVEAL.

Bead A Handmade Evil Eye Talisman!

Today's tutorial is in the nature of a personal protection device.  To wit, a powerful Evil Eye talisman for your home.

Traditional Evil Eye beads have a dark blue rim, then white, then light blue, with a black dot in the center.

I decided to see if I could do it in beads and wire.  Gee whizbangs!  It turned out kinda cool.

Hung anyplace you might need protection, it wards off all kinds of badness.  Plus it's blue, and we all like blue, right?

Care to make one of your very own?  Here comes my fun, beady DIY!

An Elegant Chain Tassel - super simple, no tools needed!

Hello, hello!  Something small today, but I think you guys are gonna love it.  Here's a really easy way to make a glamorous little chain tassel. 

The beauty part: no tools needed!  Ready?  Here goes.

The Mystery Thing Revealed: Alien Pod Tassel Necklace

For several days now, my readers have engaged in a ferocious round of Guess The Mystery Thing.  Tying to identify the secret ingredient in these interesting upcycled necklaces:

The mystery: these weird alien pod-things.

Think you know the answer?  Did anybody guess?  Read on to find out!