Crafts

Majolica is a ceramic glaze style, which originated in Italy, that gives red or brownish earthenware ceramic pieces a white finish with the look of porcelain. The majolica look is obtained by painting…

Build a temporary basement shower for a number of reasons. Adding another shower facility when you have a houseful of company or when major plumbing work is underway in the upstairs bathroom are two…

When you think of macrame, you probably think of the plant hangers your grandmother had in her home in the seventies. However, this craft has a much older history, dating back to the 13th century when…

Tulle pom-pom garlands transform any room into a decorative wonderland, and are often used as accent decorations for weddings and showers. Construct tulle pom-pom garlands into any size, large or…

Making a swinging door out of a wall hanging shows that you certainly like to fill your home with creative and clever ideas. Instead of making common café doors or louver shuttered doors, a wall…

Square molding gets its name from the shape of the profile as viewed from the end like any other molding. It is a common trim molding that is used throughout the home and is ideal for stairs. You can…

Drywall workers prefer installing ceilings before walls, for two reasons. First, the top edges of the walls help support the ceiling boards, strengthening the installation and decreasing movement…

Drywall, plaster and other thin materials that compose walls are often not strong enough to support hanging objects. Often, the object will put pressure on the nail or screw, which will eventually…

Wall slats are mere pieces of fabric hung on a wall. Many slats produced by a manufacturer come with a panel used to secure it to the wall. If the wall slat doesn't have a panel, you can create one…

CAD, CAM and CNC are terms associated with aluminum molding at the professional and amateur levels. Computer Aided Design (CAD) utilizes computer hardware and graphics software to produce highly…

Walls constructed of concrete masonry units, such as block, are sturdy. Hanging a cabinet on a CMU wall may seem a daunting task, but it needn't be. You can hang a cabinet on a CMU wall with a little…

Installing metal cabinets on a concrete wall may seem like a difficult task to some homeowners, but it is not an overly complicated task. A concrete wall provides a stable surface to anchor the proper…

Pebble tiles provide a natural looking option for outdoor walkways, patios and flower beds, as well as interior floors, walls and countertops. Manufactured tiles are readily available, but you are…

Whether you have limited wall space in your home or are simply looking to decorate it in a new way, a vertical collage is a fun and creative way to express yourself. Any thing can be used to create an…

Custom symmetrical tiles can look both beautiful and decorative, but can cost a lot of money if you buy them from a professional artist. One option is to make the symmetrical tiles yourself using a…

Decoupage is a type of all-in-one glue, sealant and finish used to attach paper and fabric to surfaces. It is a favorite among crafters due to its versatility and flexibility. And since it's a…

The SQLite database works with Java to display dynamic pages in a Java Web app. To connect to the database you must create a Java connection function. The connection function defines the drivers, the…

Dress up plain light switch covers by decoupaging decorative paper over them. Mod Podge, a variety of glue, works especially well for decoupage because it creates a moisture-resistant seal over the…

Fiberglass is a great medium to use to create a casting mold, but before you can make a mold you must have an object that you want to replicate. You can use an already existing object or create a new…

Although many people identify Delft blue ceramics with the Netherlands, they were actually a Chinese concept, adopted by Dutch potters in the city of Delft in the 17th century. Delft blue themes…

Bullnose, or nosing, tiles are the finished pieces that are used to complete a wall or counter tile installation. While many ceramic tiles and wall tiles have bullnose pieces available, many stone and…

A canopy above a bed allows you to sleep among handing fabric. Some beds come with a built-in canopy atop of the four posters and stores carry mass-manufactured fabrics to hang from the ceiling. These…

One way to maximize your interior living space is with multipurpose areas. Create a combination guest room and storage room, or a living room and dining room, or a den and office; then create…

Molding planes are simple woodworking tools dating back to the 18th century that generally are superior to modern router bits. Molding planes assist carpenters and woodworkers to make furniture such…

Extreme changes in outside temperatures have a tendency to cause the brickwork on a chimney to crack. If left unchecked, the stack will certainly crumble. One way a concerned homeowner can combat this…

A wall hung vanity is exactly as the name implies: a vanity that hangs from the wall. A traditional bathroom vanity consists of a cabinet base with a vanity countertop and sink. The piece sits…

If you thought you looked good in a sari, imagine your room wearing one. These lengths of fabric are all you need to add elegance to your home decor. Use it to hide wall imperfections, dress up a…

Mosaic tiles are colorful finishing materials arranged in patterns over a countertop or wall to create a decorative surface. Applying mosaic tiles over an uneven surface can cause the mosaics to…

Relief tiles, sculptural tiles with a raised design, add a strikingly textural element to a wall and can be used for backsplashes in kitchens and bathrooms. It is not difficult to create your own…

Bromeliads hung from a garden wall create a lush tropical environment that looks like you spend hours on the upkeep. These hardy plants, however, are deceptively easy to maintain and tolerate a range…

Whether your aesthetic leans toward the vibrant colors and complex designs of the 1960s, the monochromatic formality of Victorian photographs or anything in between, retro collage tags can display…

Hanging large, flower-like pom-poms from the ceiling to decorate a party is a quick and cost-effective way to set a celebratory scene. Paper-based pom-poms are ubiquitous party decorations, but foil…

Collages are a creative way to combine paint, photos, drawings and other media. An acrylic medium can be used in a variety of ways. An acrylic medium can add texture to paint, adhere photos or paper…

Smila is the brand name of a line of whimsical children's lamps sold by IKEA, an international home furnishings retailer. Most items purchased from IKEA require full or partial assembly and…

Wall-mounted sinks sit against the wall without anything supporting their weight underneath. Since a wall-hung sink does not have a cabinet, it works well in bathrooms or other areas with limited…

Dividing walls come in two basic styles: hard and soft. A hard wall is made of more rigid materials, and it is often designed not only to divide a room, but also to provide some sound control. Soft…

PVC pipe is an inexpensive and simple way to build a temporary wall to partition off part of a room in your home or basement, or to create a wall structure outside. PVC is lightweight and easy to work…

If your lawn is constantly being driven and parked on due to lack of space for your vehicles, you may need to widen your driveway. You may already have an asphalt or concrete driveway. If you want to…

Tiled stair treads enhance the appeal of the stairway and can add a cheerful note to the space. Tiles form durable and easy-to-clean treads that last many years and tolerate traffic. Depending on…

Decoupage is a style of art that dates back to the 12th century. However, it wasn't until the late 17th century that it gained mass popularity with the Western discovery of Oriental art that was…

A sliding canvas is a canvas painting that is essentially unframed. A sliding canvas can be of any design or decor, and appears raised off the wall when mounted. Because a sliding canvas is not…

Floating staircases add a modern and visually unique appearance to living spaces. Some cantilevered or floating steps take the open feel to the max with only treads visible, though most likely…

The "LittleBigPlanet" video game series is based around the "Play. Create. Share." mantra. As such, games in the series let you build custom levels using a variety of materials and…

Turn boring, plain tiles into decorative works of art by covering them with aluminum from soda or beer cans. This type of aluminum is light enough to cut into squares and place on tiles. Since most…

Leaving large walls in your home blank may make the space feel sterile and institutional, but sometimes, you are left with few options when living in an apartment or dorm because of limitations on…

Original art you create and use to decorate your space brings a different kind of pride than something you purchase. Creating an unusual piece with nontraditional composite parts increases the…

The ancient Greeks refined rudimentary mosaic techniques and elevated the craft into an art form. Fine examples of Greek mosaics can be found in ancient sites such as Pompeii that combine detailed…

Made from lightweight fabrics, including muslin and mosquito netting, patio curtains add a decorative touch to your outdoor spaces. If you have sloped walls on your patio, you cannot use traditional…

Without decorations, home interiors have little visual interest and appear monotonous. Wall hangings instantly add color and texture to bare, lackluster walls and help develop a theme or style for…

Fabric and paper wall hangings typically have a rod running through the top edge. The rod holds the hanging flat while adding a decorative touch to the art. These hangings require a tapestry bracket,…