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  • Bracelets can accessorize any outfit. Flexible bracelets slip on quickly for those busy mornings when you're running behind schedule but still want to look great. Make flexible beaded bracelets that…

  • Leaving your hair down while you dance in a class or professional setting can be distracting and may even obstruct your view or concentration. Many dance companies require each dancer to put her hair…

  • Rings constructed with beads and rocks accent your wardrobe with a natural, rustic style. Buy rock and bead rings from a mineral shop or specialty jewelry store, or create your own stone ring using a…

  • You can use a PHP page to create a bookmarking system for your website. PHP and MySQL work together to create dynamic content for your readers. A bookmarking system includes adding the current page to…

  • A braid chain is a charming craft you can pin into your hair, use as a streamer, or use as a holiday decoration. Braid yarn together to make the braided chain, using any colors you like, then add some…

  • Key fobs are key chains that have some form of personal identifying information on them. This information can be anything from nicknames to the names of pets and children. Key fobs can also be made…

  • A cross made with beads and wire can be an attractive pendant for a necklace or can be hung on your wall as a decoration. A beaded cross can be made in any size you desire using a few simple jewelry…

  • A man cave provides a space to get away from the rest of the world. Any room large enough to hold a few furnishings can be converted into a man cave -- this includes a tool shed. How fancy you make it…

  • Mortise locks can be found in older buildings, and are often rehabilitated due to their quality, antique value and old-fashioned look. The lock’s name comes from the pocket, or the mortise,…

  • Google's Chrome browser has a purposefully minimal look that makes the most of screen real estate but can leave some users wanting more -- such as easy access to their bookmarks. The Bookmarks toolbar…

  • Google Chrome supports Web apps, installable applications that appear on users’ new tab pages. Some apps contain their own, extension-style code that runs on users’ computers, but some are…

  • A sliding glass door is sometimes referred to as a doorwall. You may want to install a doorwall in a new home or replace an existing sliding glass door. Sliding glass doors are usually installed as…

  • Beading looms are an easy way to bead bracelets, necklaces and other jewelry. If you are new to beading, use larger size beads that are easier to handle and work with. Czech seed beads are a good…

  • Making your own jewelry is a great way to save money on accessories and take advantage of being able to customize the design. Simple, easy-to-wear jewelry pieces, such as roll-on bead bracelets, make…

  • Tubular keys are short keys with a hollow shaft most often used to open vending machines to retrieve coins and cash. A universal tubular key is one that is cut to fit a set of machines so that there…

  • Making a chain is not as difficult as you might think. But knowing what you need to make a 35 pitch chain with low drag can be more complicated. The numbers of the chain tell you part of what you must…

  • Homemade bracelets can be made from a wide variety of mediums that do not require the use of beads. Children and adults alike have always made friendship bracelets from simple embroidery floss because…

  • Children and adults use Perler beads to make fused-together shapes. Perler bead crafts are simple enough for young children to make. But they require adult supervision, as the beads must be fused with…

  • After knitting or crocheting a scarf, finish the fringe with a decorative flair with beads. Enhancing a handmade scarf with beads will give the item a customized look. If you're giving the scarf to a…

  • Tiny, toothed wheels that help propel a chain, sprockets are part of a mechanical cog and lock system that dates back to the 19th century. While sprockets are readily available for purchase online and…

  • Remote controls can be used to unlock a car door or to turn an electronic device on and off. If you want to control multiple house lights, for example, an existing remote can be modified. This is done…

  • Jewelry making is a creative pastime for people of all ages. Lattice rope is a common material used in creation of jewelry such as necklaces. Adding beads to the lattice rope allows you to create a…

  • Wearing patriotic jewelry shows pride in the United States and helps you dress up for patriotic holidays, including the Fourth of July, Memorial Day and Veteran's Day. Although you can buy beaded…

  • Most room corners are shaped like a square because that is the shape that drywall forms when the edges are pushed flushed against each other. However, homeowners can create round corners at hallways,…

  • Sprocket chains are found on bikes, trikes and motorcycles, among other machines, and are attached to sprockets attached to wheels to move the vehicle, whether by human power or by means of an engine.…

  • One of the benefits of making your own jewelry is that you can personalize it to match your unique fashion sense or spell out something that is significant to you. If you need easy gifts for friends,…

  • Armbands, worn on the upper arms, look charming as they add jewelry and elegance to a plain sleeveless top or dress. You can use trim, lace, fabric or beads to make armbands that go with your outfit.…

  • Show your love with a seed bead heart made from jewelry wire. A beaded heart can be used as a pendant for a necklace, bracelet or as a special gift on its own. Choose between silver, copper or even…

  • Beaded jewelry can provide an attractive addition to an outfit. Craft stores carry many different kinds of beads, including glass, crystal, stone, wood, metal and plastic. Adding a leather cord to the…

  • One of the simplest ways to make a beaded bracelet is by using fishing line. Fishing line for jewelry is the same nylon cord used for catching fish. It is durable and strong, and it is thin enough for…

  • You can add style and glamour to your accessory collection by making your own beaded handle handbag. You can choose your own color and fabric pattern and then select beads to match perfectly. Making…

  • A cluster ring combines crochet with beading skills to make an elegant ring to wear with a wide range of styles. The outcome of the finished product depends on the type of bead used, whether pearl,…

  • Crochet stitches create a delicate, open weave that looks beautiful in shawls and blankets. These elegant stitches can also be employed to make a unique bookmark, using yarn and some decorative beads,…

  • Scanning an embroidery design allows it to be manipulated on a computer, as well as shared with others and printed out as many times as desired. Electrical interference during the scanning can…

  • Chain chokers feature hard, durable metal but can be designed to look very feminine and delicate, depending on your taste. Alternately, these chokers can incorporate a more masculine metal element…

  • GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) is a free digital image editing software which imitates the functioning of a more professional application like Photoshop. To make an image of a chain without any…

  • Dreadlocks make an aesthetic statement, but you can make yours even more eye-catching by adding a homemade bead sleeve. Create your own hair accessories with some inexpensive materials from your local…

  • Foam liners keep tools safe from nicks and scratches and help do-it-yourself enthusiasts maintain order in the tool drawer. If your tool drawer doesn't feature foam lining or your current liner has…

  • A cascade necklace consists of layered rows of beads that decrease in number as they move down the necklace. Cascade necklaces pair well with v-neck shirts, as the shape of the necklace mimics the…

  • As a parent, you may feel inclined to adorn your baby with jewelry such as a bracelet. While these items are aesthetically pleasing, safety is an issue. Babies like to play with small objects, and…

  • Wrist corsages are miniature flower arrangements attached to a ribbon, elastic band or loop of material. These types of corsages are easier to wear and can contain more weighty flowers because they…

  • You can show patriotism for the United States by wearing a waving flag seed bead bracelet. The bracelet is made on a bead loom with 15 warp strings. The warp strings are the base for the bracelet that…

  • Installing bead molding is one of the quickest and easiest ways to add details to a room. If you already have paneling installed, you can create a custom look by adding bead molding to the existing…

  • An alligator key chain made from plastic pony beads looks realistic but won't chomp down on your keys. According to National Geographic, the alligator is a species that is more than 150 million years…

  • A body pillow is a long, skinny pillow used to alleviate back and belly pain. Commonly used by women during pregnancy, these pillows are perfect for placing between the knees or under the belly. Body…

  • Autodesk Maya is one of the world's leading 3D computer-graphics software suites. Available for Mac OS and Windows, it is used by video-game designers, graphic designers, cinematographers and more all…

  • Earrings add a pop of color to outfits and accentuate the neckline and face of those wearing them. Owning a variety of earrings provides you with the option of changing your earrings with your mood.…

  • Most house attics are insulated with loose fill or blown-in insulation. This is usually installed during construction, after the roof is framed and sealed, but before the attic is closed off. The…

  • Make creepy crawler jewelry to add a little bit of creativity to your Halloween decor. You can also use the beaded bugs project as an activity for a group of children or preteens at a Halloween…

  • If your little girl likes to have a little more bling in her outfits, but you're trying to save money, consider giving her what she wants by making it yourself. Beaded socks don't have to set you back…