Crafts

There is no need to throw away those old, dried-out or unwieldy slivers of soap. You can save them and consolidate them into a brand new bar. Re-purposing soap not only saves money but can give an...

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...

Wooden houses and doll houses are not just for good little girls to play with anymore. The doll house or miniature replica home, as enthusiasts like to refer to them these days, is a passion that...

It is no wonder Hansel and Gretel were in awe of the witch's gingerbread cottage. Bedecked with candy and chocolate, it must have seemed like a dream come true to the hungry, outcast children....

Toy guns are a natural part of many people's childhoods. Buying a plastic one can be expensive, and most of them don't shoot any kind of projectiles. You can easily make one out of an old...

Building model boats from wood is a hobby enjoyed by millions of people around the world of all ages. Using wood as a building medium, you can recreate boats from any historical period you desire,...

Making a series of signs can be challenging enough on its own, but if you're trying to save some time and make a set of nearly identical banners and signs, you'll need some kind of a template. The...

Grass fabric has been made around the world for many years. There are many different types of weaving to use, but plain weave is the simplest way to weave grass into fabric. First you must collect...

Help Ted E. Bear escape from being underfoot. Don't just keep on picking him up and sticking him somewhere. Build him an attractive park bench to sit on with materials available at your local...

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...

Decorating a dollhouse for the holiday season can be a rewarding experience. Creating a special dollhouse room for a permanent Thanksgiving display can be fun. This article focuses on the room I...

The colorful plastic bottles that are leftover after you used up cleaning supplies make terrific raw materials to upcycle into handmade jewelry. This tutorial will explain how to turn trash from...

Foam core board is a reliable, sturdy and flexible material that is perfect for signs, framing, sculpture and 3-D art. It differs from regular foam in that it has surfaces made of paper or thin...

Looking for a fun and challenging project to help pass these drab winter months? If you are a woodworking hobbyist, give yourself a real challenge and build an elegant Japanese pagoda birdhouse....

A rock tumbler is a quick and easy way to bring a shiny luster to satin-finish silver. Tumbling uses a tumbling media--of which many types exist--to abrasively smooth a finish by the constant...

Ladder bookshelves are useful decorating pieces because of their simplicity and functionality. Their uncomplicated structure creates an easy, do-it-yourself project that saves both time and money....

If you are a woodworking hobbyist who likes to test your skills, give yourself a real challenge and build a fancy "gingerbread" birdhouse. The whole family can enjoy this project because you will...

Do you love stamps as much as I do? In this tough economy it seems difficult to spend an extra five dollars for a rubber stamp for a project these days. Never fear I will show you an easy solution...

Placemats are an easy way to dress up a table, and they serve the practical purpose of keeping your table clean. Learn to make placemats and you can whip up a set for every occasion. Surprise your...

Fused glass is an art form that is used to make decorative pieces such as bowls, plates, and trays, and jewelry items. You will need a broad selection of supplies in order to fire fused glass...

A lot of damaged porcelain gets thrown out for minor reasons. If you have broken porcelain, before chucking it out, see if you can put it together first. Porcelain is not that hard to repair at...

Silver soldering, or hard soldering, as it is sometimes called, is the most durable soldering type and has the most number of practical uses. It is a process where two or more metal objects are...

Most sewing pattern pieces are printed on tissue paper, not the most durable material, especially after several uses. Whether you're an experienced seamstress or a novice with your first...

North America is home to three species of bluebirds--the Eastern bluebird, Western bluebird and mountain bluebird. The well-known American robin is part of the same family of birds, the thrush...

Broken china is often discarded as useless. Yet pretty dishware and china pieces can be used as tesserae, or mosaic material, to create attractive new art. Tabletop mosaics are interesting and...

Homemade skeleton projects are a festive way for children in kindergarten and elementary school to celebrate Halloween. They can also double as beginning lessons on teaching body parts. Hispanic...

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...

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...

Nylon cords are used for a variety of sewing and craft projects. Nylon is a popular choice because it has elasticity and is durable. You find nylon cords used for drawstrings on swim trunks,...

If you're transporting a hot, delicious casserole somewhere---be it to a potluck or to friends in need---you'll want to have something to carry it in that will keep it warm on the way and prevent...

The easiest way to make your own kitchen cabinets is to adopt the European, or frameless, method. These cabinets consist of a five-sided box to which the door or drawers are attached by means of...

If you can sew at all, you can create the cutest felt play food pieces for your little one. You do not even need a pattern. Believe me, most pieces you want to make can be free-handed.

Throw pillows are an inexpensive way to dress up your living room or your bedroom. A removable pillow cover is easy to make, easy to clean and allows you to change the look along with the season...

Creating a block of wood is the beginning point for many woodworking crafts. Laminating wood to create a larger piece allows flexibility in the types of wood chosen. Oftentimes, a larger piece of...

Kids love to color. In fact, coloring is an integral part of play for children. So is losing their crayons, it seems. This problem can be avoided by making a handy crayon carrier pouch. The pouch...

A coat of paint is an excellent tool for decorating your doll house and bringing both the interior and exterior to life. Your choice of colors can set the palette for anything from a historical...

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....

Building a wooden birdhouse is a simple wood craft, commonly performed in beginner level wood shop courses. Making your own birdhouse is a fun craft, and in addition, it comes with the added...

To make a cake stand out of wood, without using any complicated wood tools, you have to have ingenuity and a touch of design savvy. Most commercial cake stands are round for layer cakes that you...

Making a mini skeleton out of pasta is a fun and educational project for the whole family. It's also easy and inexpensive. For a little color, add dried beans or peas. Draw in facial features with...

That hollow plastic tubing for sale at your local hardware store may not seem like a jewelry finding at first glance but, when trimmed into short sections, these colorful plastic pieces can be...

Pillows enhance the decoration of a room, while also introducing a practical element. Creating a custom pillow allows full control of the aesthetics of the pillow as well as materials used. While...

This is a neat idea for a boys room that happens to love hot wheels. Not really hard to do, just takes a little time.

Throughout history, wars have given spark to intense creative impulses in the soldiers who fight in them. These impulses took the form of therapeutic arts and crafts that both expressed the times...

If you have an old baby bumper pad that you would like to reuse for a new baby, all you have to do is wash it in hot water in the washing machine with a color-safe bleach. Dry it in the dryer and...

Foam underlayment is used for many interior decorating or craft projects because of its flexibility in creating different shapes. Some projects, such as making window cornices, require the foam to...

A princess halo garland is a cute and fun accessory to any princess costume. Buying one of these garlands at a store can be expensive, but making one of your own costs a mere fraction of that...

Memory bears are teddy bears made from the clothing of a loved one that has passed away or is very far away. These bears can be ordered from many online companies, but this can take a long time...

With winter quickly approaching, making a simple knotted fleece blanket is an easy to way to stay warm through all the cold months. Fleece blankets are simple and fun to make. No matter what age...

Knowing how to make a quick slipcover for a folding chair can come in handy when you're planning a wedding reception, meeting or formal dinner. Folding chairs are unsightly and often uncomfortable...