Crafts

Embroidery is a needlework crafts or sewing project that travels well and does not require counting or concentration. There are several stitches that are not well known, but make beautiful...

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After you learn to Cast On and do the Knit Stitch you should learn how to Purl. Knit and Purl are the 2 stitches that make up knitting.

These days we are all looking for ways to reuse and recycle. Once a candle has burnt down to the bottom of a candle holder, clean it out and reuse it in many money-saving ways! Once cleaned out,...

This tutorial will show the steps it takes to easily make a personalized wine bottle gift for any occasion that you desire such as weddings, birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, or anything you...

Do you want plain white paper to look aged and old? This article will tell you how to do just that.

Bath salts are relaxing and luxurious. Bath salts make a great gift. This tutorial will explain how to take old jars and leftover or sample perfume and make it into a nice gift of bath salts.

Bloodwood is a dense, dark red and brown exotic wood with a straight grain pattern. Its rich color and density make it a favorite of cabinet makers, furniture makers and craftsmen, but working...

Baby cribs and cradles have been in use for centuries, but time has seen an evolution in the construction of such baby beds. According to FineWoodworking.com, the earliest cradles were hollowed...

Baskets offer wonderful ways to display and store decorative objects as well as just about anything imaginable. A lined basket makes the basket much more usable since the lining closes the holes...

Not everyone can paint beautiful landscapes and accurate portraits. We look upon those who can with awe and admiration. There is one way that those of us not graced with outstanding artistic...

Pottery can be categorized as stoneware, earthenware or porcelain. This is based on the clay, the process it undergoes and the properties of the end product.

Paper chains have been a familiar and popular children's craft for years because they are simple to make and require few materials. When you finish making the paper chains, children enjoy using...

Make or design your own Pooh Bear birthday invitations for your child's next Winnie the Pooh-themed party. The invitations set the mood for the whole party, which is why it's important to be...

For handcrafting a tobacco pipe, you'll need two equally sized pieces of clay, one for the bowl and one for the stem. Exactly how much clay you want will depend on the size of the pipe, but aim...

Drawing a sock monkey is done easily if you concentrate on one body part at a time. Sock monkeys are adorable and funny, and drawing them creates the same essence of joy that the original stuffed...

A voyager hat is a long hat knitted in the round with a doubled-over brim and a large-sized tassel on the end, which comes to a point. The doubled-over brim is designed to allow the hat to fit...

Gold is a beautiful color for any occasion. It glitters like the sun on the changing leaves during the fall. During the winter holidays, it brings an element of festive sophistication and a...

Appliques are a fun way to embellish clothing and household items. Different colors and textures in the applique fabric can give the finished product a completely new look. Applique is also a...

Centerpieces are an elegant and beautiful way to add that extra "oomph" to your table at any holiday or season. Depending on what season or holiday you are trying to complement with your...

Many homemade instrument projects can either be expensive, difficult or disappointing, especially when it comes to wind-powered instruments. With PVC pipe, however, you can build your own set of...

Satin is made by weaving silk, or in some cases polyester or rayon. Satin's sheen is attributed to the quality of silk used and the quality of its weaving. The sheen is also a result of the...

You might be surprised to learn that you can create free, personalized labels for almost any type of candy. You can use these customized wrappers on candy bars and other treats as shower, wedding...

Three-dimensional paper faces can be used as masks, part of a school project or as room decorations. They are simple to make and are eco-friendly, since this craft recycles paper that would...

Gift baskets and boxes allow you to create a personal gift item for anyone on your holiday shopping list. Designing the exterior of the package to match the items inside makes the entire present a...

While real rocks are cheap and abundant, they are also inconveniently heavy. In many cases, this creates problems when rocks are needed for things like decorating or stage productions. Instead of...

Painting miniature furniture is much like painting full-sized furniture, but trying to perform the same coloring effects in tiny scale sizes can be a coordination challenge. Simplify the process...

Keep your teapot warm after brewing a delicious pot by knitting a tea cosy. Make a tea cosy in a seed stitch pattern that alternates knit and purl stitches in each row and gives the appearance of...

Creating knitted felt flowers is a quick and easy DIY project, even for beginners. You can knit individual petals and sew them together before or after they are felted, so you have a lot of room...

One way to brighten and update your bedroom or kitchen is to change out old drawer pulls on dressers or cabinets. Swapping outdated drawer pulls for newer, more modern ones is a quick and...

Fabric flowers make wonderful embellishments for pillows, scarves, tea cloths, clothing--the possibilities are endless. Their are several types of fabric flowers to make, in fact, and with enough...

If you are thinking about building shelves to give yourself more storage space, you may be concerned about the shelves being able to hole the weight of what you need to store. Fortunately, there...

You have spent countless hours working stitch by stitch to create your needlepoint project. Now that it is finished, you deserve to have your artwork framed and either give it as a gift or put it...

Cedar chests are great for storing clothing and other items because cedar resists decay and keeps insects away. The only issue with cedar is that, because it is wood, it can be easily damaged. ...

Most people are familiar with what we today call a "kilt." The garment, worn by men, looks like a skirt but is specialized to suit a male form. On a woman, a kilt is just another skirt, and fits...

A rigid heddle loom is one of the first models most weavers learn to use. Unlike more complex models, the rigid heddle is mainly limited to plain weave. Nevertheless, it offers certain advantages.

Almost any design can be turned into needlepoint. Simple designs that contain mostly straight lines, outlines and slight curves transfer easily to cloth. When beginning, it is best to pick...

Butcher-block tables are great dining room furniture to have when raising children. These sturdy tables can take a lot of abuse. Even if your butcher-block table looks a little rough, it only...

As an expectant mother in the hospital for delivery, no woman wants to wear the unflattering gowns provided by the facility. Your husband might have the video camera rolling, and there will...

Preserving and pressing flowers is a very simple art that can be done with very common household items. You can use dried flowers in a variety of creative ways, such as in making invitations,...

Transform a plain bath towel into a beautiful one by adding contrasting fabric and pretty lace. This is an excellent project both children and adults can make in a variety of themes. Make several...

Carrying logs in from outside to add to a winter's fire is an inevitable chore as the weather gets colder. A handy, easy to make canvas log carrier helps you get the job done faster by allowing...

Gluing paper onto foam core can be tricky because thinner paper tends to bubble and warp. Avoid this by laying down the glue properly and by finishing the process with a handy tool that presses...

A paper sarcophagus can be an interesting Halloween party decoration that's a real conversation starter, an important addition to a parade float or a demonstration for a science project. No matter...

Super glue is formulated with a very strong bond, making the adhesive a common tool for small repairs around the home. Super glue is also used for a variety of craft projects because the bond is...

Nothing stirs the creativity like getting out the paints, brushes and battered old smock. New technologies are giving rise to new ways of painting. Fusible web has been around for a while, but...

You might want to dry flowers and herbs for several reasons. You can crush the petals and make your own potpourri, or simply store the petals as a keepsake. A dried flower will retain its scent...

A Sears circular saw is a dangerous tool if it is improperly used. It is also dangerous to replace the blade if you don't follow proper procedures.

Bath towel wraps provide a cuddly cover-up between the bathroom and the dressing area. Ordinary bath towels or bath sheets can easily be converted into shower wraps for men, women or kids. For a...

Make an adorable snowman head primitive electric candle to brighten your home this winter. This primitive candle uses an ordinary single electric candlestick. It is so easy and quick to make, you...