Not sure if this is the right spot for this post, I have been lurking for a few years now, but only posted maybe 3 or 4 projects. It has been a while since I have been on the site, so I am not new, but returning.

I recently discovered pinterest and tumblr and would love to connect with people who make and share cool stuff. Some of the crafting and home decor stuff is fun, but it's all kinda the same, I looking for the unique craftster projects!

Here is my Pinterest:
https://pinterest.com/stacyvonhoss77/

And I just started a craft/decorating/gardening Tumblr:
http://makeshitmakeawesome.tumblr.com/

I don't want to step on anyone's toes, so if there is something on either of them that you have made or own let me know and I'll give you credit, I don't always know the source of things.

Let's share!
Thanks Guys!
Stacy

Hello,
I want to make my own swan planter and was thinking that paper mache would be good for sculpting it. But my question is about sealing it for use as a planter, with water and everything. I have not worked much with sealers and stuff like that. What do you think? Would paper mache work or is there something else? I don't really want to use clay, because if it is not the actual bake in kiln kind it breaks down outside. Please let me know!

Here is a pic of what I want to make:


Thanks everyone!
Stacy

PS any ideas for other animals?!

Here is my entry. I only spent three dollars, the two baskets and the floral foam. I used my own paint, I hope that is ok.

Here is the beg:


Here he is all done up:


more


Hello!


I am not sure on his name at this point, but I think he is going to hold my mail.
Thanks for looking!

Stacy

I made this bunni mini-mansion for my friend who has two bunnies. I got the idea from this site: http://www.catsandrabbitsandmore.com/products

I have always wanted to make on of these for my cats, but they are heavy and it would have to be huge. So when I found this online I was inspired.
I used one whole box, hot glue to secure everything and some fleece for the second level. There is a door in front and one on the side, a 'top story' and a ramp to the second level. It took about two hours in all. I wanted to paint it but knew that they would chew it up, so I just made some name signs for the front.
Here are some pictures:
http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q135/stacyoigirl/DSC05245.jpg
http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q135/stacyoigirl/DSC05247.jpg
http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q135/stacyoigirl/DSC05246.jpg
http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q135/stacyoigirl/DSC05248.jpg

And the bunnies enjoying their new home:
http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q135/stacyoigirl/IMG_2787.jpg
http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q135/stacyoigirl/IMG_2785.jpg
http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q135/stacyoigirl/IMG_2795.jpg

Hope you like it and it inspires you to make a home for your small animal.
Thanks, Stacy.