I've spent all day trying to decide which project to use as your first lesson. I've finally decided that you're not ready for a project, just yet anyways. I've decided to first clue you in on all the things around you that you could possibly use within the course of reading this blog. I just thought I would prepare you ahead of time instead of trying to explain a bunch of "Why are you using THAT?!" comments for each post.

I - Reusables
This is a major category. You can reuse just about anything you could find and transform it into something great. Just as an example, I found a cow skull a couple months ago while I was taking a walk on my property (we live on a farm). It is currently bleaching in the sum. I plan on turning it into a wall-piece for my bedroom. (Please spare me of the grossness, weirdness, or whateverness. It's bone, therefore it's nature. I love nature, and I want a piece of it in my room.) I have used so many other things. Just to name some things that I'll be using for these blog projects--old jeans, water bottles, old magazines, old newspapers, old boxes (cardboard, wood, etc.), old CDs, records (as in vinyls), old shoes, various other types of old clothing. The list goes on and on. Unfortunately, I'm having some sort of brain-blockage and can't think of anything else *blush*, but I assure you, there is plenty more.

II - Au Naturelle
There are also plenty of things in nature that can be used in crafting. As I mentioned above, bones (properly cleaned, etc.) are great to use. Also, rocks, sticks, bark, flowers, minerals, and simply water can all be used in crafting.

III - Cheapies
Lots of things that cost very little money can also be used in crafting, whether the craft is simple or complex, these all can be used--yarn, elmer's glue (you'd be surprised what this stuff can do!), fabric remnants, dollar store items, anything you pick up at a yard sale, and even furniture, ect. that you already have at home (granted it wasn't cheap when you bought it, but a simple revamp could completely transform the use and style of any piece of furniture).

I admit that some of the upcoming projects might seem useless, crazy, or even stupid to some people. I assure you that they will all be fun and, when looked at closely, can all be useful, even as just a new centerpiece for your dining room table.