Other Craft Projects

When you make your own fabric night light, you create a one-of-a-kind little decorative accent for your room. Whether you crave a romantic, shabby-chic shade festooned with ribbon, roses and tiny...

A gilded mirror frame is one that has been inlaid with gold leaf to make the frame look as if it were solid gold. Frames of this sort are typically very ornate, making damage difficult to hid; any...

Adhesive tape featuring a tacky surface on both sides is known as double-sided tape. Double-sided tape allow objects to be attached to another object without the use of messy glue or...

Memory boards are very important for the home office or just to keep everyone on the same page throughout the day. Instead of basic, lifeless boards, you can customize one to fit your décor...

Picture frames are the traditional choice for displaying photos, but many objects that started out life as one thing can easily be transformed into fabulous holders. Decorating a shabby chic decor...

Use your old windows to create a message board craft that can be used by every member of your family. Your old windows can be transformed into decorative pieces for your home that also serve a...

Have a small spending budget for Christmas gifts this year because you lost your job, are a student or just because of the poor economy? Don't worry - here are some classy yet unique gift ideas...

Decoupaging is a fun craft to do because you can turn something old into something new while making it reflect your style. Great to do by yourself, with friends or even a great craft to do with kids.

Metal photograph frames provide an attractive way to frame photographs for posterity. Almost any type of metal can be used. Before beginning your project, determine what shape frame you would like...

Any good packrat has some old gift cards, credit cards, insurance cards, etc. they have been holding on to until they figured out something great to use them for. Well now the wait is over! Your...

Framing is a simple task that takes a long time to do correctly. Set aside one to two hours in a clean, dust free room. Arrange all the tools that you'll be working with within reaching distance,...

Wine lovers are always trying to find a way to remember a fine bottle of wine. Whether the taste was exceptional, the place where it was served brought delight or the occasion was a life moment,...

A mobile is a type of hanging sculpture pioneered by 20th century artist Alexander Calder. Since then, the mobile has become popular as a do-it-yourself craft. Because of the limited space of...

Craft sticks are inexpensive, versatile materials that can keep kids busy for hours on a rainy afternoon. They look like Popsicle sticks, and are available in different sizes and colors, from...

Reusing old items is a great way to stretch your money. A simple way to accomplish this is by finding new uses for an item. For instance, that antique fishing lure collection you have had stored...

A plain, inexpensive mirror can be easily transformed into a charming seashell mirror. Seashells that you have picked up on the beach can be used if you live near the shore. They can also be...

A shadowbox is a beautiful way to display items and documents that may be important to you, but that are hard to display. They also make wonderful gifts for friends and family members, displaying...

When framing a photograph, certificate or painting, the picture matting---the chipboard or decorative paper that surrounds the artwork inside the frame---can complement and enhance the look of the...

This is an easy project that creates a unique piece of artwork. Glass tiles can be found in most craft stores and normally come with 24 tiles in a package. Alcohol inks can be found in the...

Displaying your photos is a great way to keep your memories close. Now, you can add to the experience by making your own standup picture frames to exhibit them. There is a frame style---the...

This decoupaged picture frame refrigerator magnet is a great project for teachers and parents to do with kids. Mom and Dad would love to receive a picture of their child in this frame as a...

Having something professionally framed and matted can be costly, but you can get the same professional look more cheaply if you do it yourself. If you have purchased or created a piece of art that...

It's the small, unexpected touches in decorating that pulls a room together. In this case, fabric-framed mirrors will draw the eye to their decorative value as well as their utilitarian purpose,...

Weaving is an old world craft that is seeing an upsurge in popularity. Learning how to make a wood weaving loom is an economical way to learn and practice the craft. You will be able to use it to...

Often created inside a deep, compartmentalized frame, a shadow box provides the room to store and display photos and dimensional memorabilia. Use a shadow box frame to make a themed arrangement of...

In my craft room, I can never get enough places to post my brain stormed ideas so that they do not end up in a pile somewhere in the floor with all of my other paperwork. I thought that this idea...

Make it easy to showcase photographs, handwritten notes or memorabilia with a magnet board that allows you to change the display to suit your mood, the season or current home décor trends....

A trivet is used to protect table surfaces from staining or burning from hot pans, tableware or kitchen appliances. There are many different designs using a variety of materials. One of the...

Crafting with materials you can find in your backyard or garden is an inexpensive and eco-friendly way to create. Easy does it nature crafts can include making a simple twig frame or pressing...

Become an abstract artist using a mirror, press board and a new or recycled picture frame. This do-it-yourself project does not require the mirror to be cut. Instead, using a press board and a...

Tin tiles make artful decorations for your home in the form of framed wall art, covered shelves or as table top inserts. You can also craft a variety of home decor items from old or new tin tiles....

In search of giving heartfelt yet inexpensive gifts, people turn toward crafts, eager to try their hand at creating a special gift. A picture frame decorated with a personal message, whether...

Don't house your favorite family photos in boring, run-of-the-mill frames. Instead, create a decoupage collage featuring decorative paper, recycled materials and memorabilia to evoke memories that...

A necklace holder is a great way to reduce clutter in your drawers and decorate your walls. Best of all, you can make a personalized necklace holder for free by using a few items you probably...

Dried flower-adorned picture frames are a perfect accent for a Victorian-theme bedroom or feminine powder room. Dried flowers can be purchased from a hobby shop, or you can personalize your frame...

Folding fabric screens make a decorative addition to a room, while providing a functional privacy if needed. By making a screen yourself, the screen can be made to coordinate with the room's...

Handkerchiefs make a colorful fashion or art statement. You can wrap them around flowers to make an impromptu bouquet, arrange them in antique vases or urns for an unusual centerpiece, or even...

Removing paint from a picture frame can be a challenging process. Often picture frames have intricate detail work, carvings, applied trims and other features that may be delicate or glued to the...

Matting, or the art of using mat boards in photography, adds an air of professionalism to a picture or artwork, but also acts as a protective layer, separating the glass from the photograph, which...

Picture frames can serve as a low-cost and useful material when making your own floral centerpieces for a special occasion. One option is to use dollar-store frames as the basis for a square or...

Decorating objects with shells first became a popular pastime after the Industrial Revolution. As Caroline Green explains in her book, "Victorian Crafts Revived," a woman of the new middle class...

If you have old CDs lying around your house, do not throw them away. You can use the old plastic CD cases for fun crafts. Decorate your home with custom picture frames you make yourself. With a...

All our family photos are special to us. Here are some ideas on how to make inexpensive gits from your photos that will provide a wonderful gift.

Presentation is 90% of everything, with this bow you can do just that. Lots of people have paid me big bucks to make this bow for them from wrapping gifts, to cars, to tree toppers, or wedding...

If you are considering using an artist's airbrush for illustrations or for decorating objects, a well-sealed spray booth is a necessity to contain the fine mist and vapors from the paint...

You can jazz up an plain old frame with bamboo strips available at the craft store. With some simple supplies, and some bamboo, you can create the look of Aloha in your home.

Country style crafts can be easy to make from natural materials in your home. Make a grubby candle without the fuss of starting from scratch. Create a twig-style picture frame using supplies from...

Celebrate a debt-free life by resurrecting cut up credit cards in creative, innovative art projects. Credit cards that have been closed, expired, or simply aren't going to be used can be sliced,...

A picture frame is a great gift to give almost anyone, even yourself. A personal photo is one way to make the gift personal, but a hand-made funky frame is even more special and shows personal...

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe is a sturdy and inexpensive material commonly used in construction projects. Creative individuals have found many other uses for PVC pipes, though, including craft...