Other Craft Projects

Those little packs of Kool-aid that you need to add sugar to, make a nice, non-toxic, dye for protein based fiber. Don't try to use it with cotton or acrylic as that wont work. Fibers like...

Make a cute digital photo collage for scrapbooking, online websites, and more. Takes only minutes!

Musical flower pots are easy to make and can provide your child with hours of fun by striking a spoon or baton against them. Music is an important part of every child's life as it helps them to...

Christmas wreath balls are great holiday decorations that are easy to make! Hang them where a traditional wreath just wouldn't work like windows, doorways, archways, and cathedral ceilings!

These pinecone birdfeeders are easy to make and the birds love them. It’s especially nice to feed the birds in the winter when food is scarce, but really birds will enjoy them any time of year. ...

These cinnamon dough Christmas ornaments are easy to make, and they look lovely. They smell nice, too. Make them with your kids for a fun activity on a cold winter day. You can decorate your...

All kids like playdough, and of course you can buy it at the store, but it gets expensive. It’s easy to make your own, and your kids will enjoy helping you make it. The Koolaid idea came from my...

Learn how to perform accurate linear measurements using adhesive rulers. There are thousands of different types of adhesive rulers, and this article will help you to select the adhesive ruler that...

Making your own picture frames for the holidays to distribute as gifts can save you some money. Sure, you can buy cheap picture frames at discount stores like Family Dollar or the Dollar General,...

Wondering what to do with all those wallet photos? Make a unique gift that lasts a long time and is useful. Using free magnets, glue and your photo, you can share those photos! This is a great...

Tallow is the hard white fat found in the bodies of large animals such as cattle and sheep. When rendered, this fat is used to make soap and candles. Rendering fat means to melt down the fat so...

Bring your love of deer hunting to your office or home desk with paper weights made of deer tracks. This would also make a perfect gift for the hunter who is compelled to scout for deer tracks...

Making your own homemade natural vegetable soap is a great way to save money and provide your family with homemade hygiene products. While this natural soap does contain lye, a natural product...

instead of throwing away or recycling your used up baby food jars, why not make crafts out of them. they are nice little jars to do so many things with. follow these tips for creating different...

Nothing says quaint like a stone cottage. It brings to mind sturdy structure and cozy comfort inside. You can easily make a stone birdhouse for your feathered friends. Not only will it provide a...

I created these 20 years ago and now they've become Green. Made from the recycled materials of 1 Gallon Milk Containers and metal coat hangers. Any plastic container with a handle works, Clorox...

You do not have to use only an ink pad for rubber stamping. You also can use markers to color the rubber stamp. Markers give you more control over colors and the design of your stamp. They require...

Jewelry cases serve a variety of purposes. They keep your collection of baubles tidy and organized. They also protect your jewelry from exposure to dust and other debris. And they can be objects...

You have a fabric bag you want to waterproof. You don't want to use a waterproofing agent because you fear it will fail over time. You can easily waterproof your fabric purse, jacket or other...

Rubber stamps are a very popular craft hobby. You can use them to decorate many items, such as scrapbooks, note cards, announcements and stationary. Pre-made stamps can be purchased at most major...

Bumper stickers are a good way to express your creative side on the back of your car. Bumper stickers usually have comedic sayings and quotes that can amuse other drivers behind you. You can...

A jewelry cabinet can be an indispensable storage device for any true jewelry lover. More spacious than a jewelry case, a jewelry cabinet has several different compartments and ample room for a...

Charcoal comes from burning wood so that only the carbon remains. Charcoal serves many purposes, including barbecuing, drawing, filtering water, and using in a variety of medicines. The charcoal...

Flowers inspire all forms of art. Flowers appear in sculptures, photography, illustration, paintings and graphic design. Endlessly enchanting with their dynamic sizes and shapes, flowers also lend...

Valance window treatments are large, rectangular, decorative pieces that cover the top part of a window. Use them with or without curtains to add architectural interest or create a focal point for...

Tie-dye shirts are colorful, creative and fun to make, and tie-dye kits can be a unique gift, party favor or giveaway at a special event. The kits are easy and fairly inexpensive to make, whether...

Whirligigs are home and lawn decorations that have a spinning rudder. This rudder spins with the wind, and produces a pleasing effect on the eye as it spins in the yard. There are many different...

If you want to make guitars or just enjoy giving them a custom look, there is no better way to make them look great than with a professional paint booth. Creating your own finishing booth is very...

Save the time it takes to write out return addresses on envelopes by using address stamps to create a uniform, visual statement that is easily and clearly read, every time. Create one or more,...

Decorating melamine plates has been a fun family activity since the 1960s. There are multiple ways to go about it which include painting, mail-in kits and decoupage. Kids love this activity and...

Making a Quinceanera bouquet is much easier than making a wedding bouquet. Quinceanera and wedding bouquets are very similar, except that Quinceanera bouquets tend to be smaller, simpler and more...

Copper garden sprinklers add a functional design element to your backyard or garden. You can make your own copper garden sprinkler with soft copper tubing and a few other supplies from the local...

A topiary can be a charming addition to any home or garden. However, it takes a lot of work to keep a live topiary maintained. It must be watered, trimmed, and shaped regularly. Many people do...

Bamboo shades are ideal for adding a tropical or Asian influence to your decor. They are light and airy in feel and allow light to peep through, giving your room a bright feel while still covering...

A French memo board is an eye-pleasing decoration for any door in the house. It allows for much more space to hold notes, memos and letters. If there are children in the household, the lower...

There are several bunny options, all made of different materials, that can be conveniently and easily customized with acrylic and Sharpies. There is a do-it-yourself toy or figurine by KidRobot,...

Used for centuries along the Gulf Coast, Spanish moss yarn produced durable and waterproof clothing for Native Americans. The yarn also replaced expensive wool for enlisted soldiers' horse...

Create a level, ample and sturdy work space with storage for crafting and sewing from a few simple materials. Many crafters function best when supplies are organized, within reach and easily seen....

Basic white window shades are available in many warehouse and home decorating superstores for very little money. While they do the trick of covering windows and providing privacy, their visual...

One of the best things about using artificial flowers in floral arrangements is how adaptable they are. Not only can artificial flowers be bent at angles, but they can also be dyed different...

Custom photo mugs are a great gift for parents and grandparents, teachers and anyone else deserving of a gift commemorating an occasion. These items can become expensive, though, if made by...

Dishtowel angels are easy and creative crafts that can be given as gifts year-round. Using different styles and patterns of dishtowels and decorations can make each little angel special and...

The draw knife is a long blade with two handles on either end. Craftspeople have used them for centuries, to prepare wood for log cabins, build rustic furniture, and the spokes on wagon wheels. It...

Using foam boards for crafts and school projects is something that almost everyone has done. Available in an extensive array of thicknesses and colors, this lightweight rigid material has a wide...

Most people think that the only purpose for a bullet is to be shot out of a gun. But the bullet casings that are left after the projectile has been fired can be turned into more useful things, for...

If you know some little readers who are fans of the Dr. Seuss classic Green Eggs and Ham, why not decorate their reading area with over-sized green eggs. Display the eggs in a basket or on a...

You can make simple, miniature straw bales to go with decorative displays, childrens' toy horses, or for miniature stables and barns. If you want to scale them, the typical size of a bale is three...

Tulle is a versatile fabric that is traditionally used to make veils and wedding dresses. You can use tulle to create interesting crafts that can last for years to come. Tulle comes in a variety...

Many Native American tribes used gourds as bowls, water containers and even for spoons. While there are still some people today who pride themselves on the creation of these objects, there are...

Dream catchers are traditional to Native American folklore. They are circle-shaped nets placed above a bed to protect against bad dreams. The web is meant to capture the bad dreams, and the...