Crafts

Art projects are a good way to keep a child busy. These projects also will stimulate a child's imagination and promote creativity. Most art projects can be done inexpensively with products found...

Matting your photographs is a great way to make your photographs stand out against the frame. According to luminous-landscape.com, matting also protects your photographs by keeping the photo from...

Mosaic glass tile can be applied to almost anything to create a stunning and original piece of art work. A simple way to delve into mosaic crafting is to create a mosaic glass tile picture...

Making a stretched fabric lamp shade is a good project for an afternoon, whether you want to make a utilitarian shade that will let lots of light shine through or a decorative shade that will...

Coffee tables are a convenient place to place a snack, while sitting on the sofa, but they do limit floor space while entertaining. A coffee table with folding legs is great for relaxing evenings...

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...

Learn how to make rustic (or smooth) picture frames from scrap wood and using a flip over saw. Most people associate a flip over saws with building sites but they are very good in the home...

Quilt leaders are the cloth pieces attached to a quilt frame to which you pin the layers of a quilt for installation on the frame. Pinning the basted layers to a leader rather than trying to roll...

Paper shades allow soft light to penetrate a room. Wax paper is the ideal paper material to make paper lamp shades from as the paper is designed to withstand high oven temperatures. This basic...

Dollhouses are a favorite toy for many young girls because they can decorate the interior and exterior to mimic their idea of a dream home. As dollhouses advance, they come equipped with more...

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...

Creating a vacuum-formed fuselage is a cost effective way of producing aircraft fuselages suitable for any model-making activity, from remote-controlled airplane bodies to scale-model aircraft....

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...

Poster frames are necessary for more artwork than just posters. Poster frames can also be used for puzzles and other odd-sized items. The problem is that it can often be difficult to find just the...

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 original 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...

Often, the words "Father's Day crafts" are met with a cringe from mothers and fathers who think crafts are messy and not very useful. Faced with the alternative choice of the stereotypical tie,...

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...

Fabric can become an embellishment for a variety of projects, from note cards to scrap books and home decor items. If you want to glue fabric onto your project, you will have to take extra steps...

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...

If you are seeking a free and unique way to display family photos, look no further than your garage. Old cardboard boxes can be trimmed and decorated to reflect your decorating style, turning...

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...

Gatherings at community centers, churches and homes for women to create quilts and socialize in years past were referred to as quilting circles. Some of the quilts took prizes at fairs and craft...

A handmade glittery magnetic photo frame is an easy-to-make kids craft that's the perfect homemade holiday gift for friends and family. With just a few supplies, you and your kids can have a lot...

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...

Japanese papers come in vivid colors and patterns and are perfect for covering picture frames. You can cover a picture frame with Japanese papers using decoupage, the French art of applying...

Lap looms are a great introduction to the art of weaving. They come in various shapes including square, rectangular and hexagonal. They are easy to set up and to weave with, great for kids who...

By making your own craft paper, you can personalize your paper crafts while being environmentally friendly by recycling household paper. Use these homemade craft papers as thank-you letters, party...

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...

Picture frames are a home decor staple in countries all around the world. They are a great way to display family memories, photographs, paintings or other artwork. Sometimes, the perfect picture...

If you've decorated your home with a rustic style and need accessories to complement the look or if you simply want to create a craft using items you have on hand, make simple picture frames with...

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,...

Paper lanterns are not only a cultural landmark for both the Japanese and Chinese people, but they are also very elegant and beautiful looking crafts with a rich tradition and heritage. They are...

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...

Barn wood frames' appeal lies in the texture and character of the aged wood. They surround your photograph or painting with rustic shades of gray and brown that only natural aging can produce....

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...

Needlepoint frames can make it easier to work on a needlepoint project, and leave you with less distortion on your finished canvas. There are several basic types of needlepoint frames; with the...

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...