Crafts

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...

Ribbon flowers are delightful accessories for weddings, birthdays or any celebration. There's no need to rush out and buy expensive reels of silky ribbon to make the flowers; you can use scraps of...

The simple shape of a top hat makes it a great choice for both whimsical tea parties and elegant banquets. Multiple table centerpieces are needed for large gatherings and the shape of a top hat is...

Fabric-covered buttons can be used to make attractive and eclectic jewelry designs. Create a matching necklace, bracelet and ring set from a collection of vintage fabric cover buttons, or create a...

Decorative boards can be attractive and cheery ways to display Christmas cards from family and friends. Using holiday fabric and festive embellishments---and with a little patience and...

The popularity of handkerchiefs for practical use has fallen by the wayside as most people opt to use disposable tissues. These simple pieces of cloth, however, can be crafted into a variety of...

Similar to a diaper cake, a towel cake is a common decoration at baby showers. Made of baby towels it serves a dual purpose as both a gift and form of décor, usually a centerpiece. Moms-to-be...

Create designer looks for handmade greeting cards, clothing, and home accessories by adding stamped impressions to luxurious velvet. Use an iron and a rubber stamp mounted on a wood block to...

Helium balloons have a tendency to float around aimlessly or disappear into the sky unless they are properly anchored using balloon weights. Whether intended for use at a party or just a prized...

Weighted helium balloons make ideal table centerpieces for parties or other special occasions. You can find balloons in a variety of colors and designs that coordinate with just about any party...

Helium-inflated balloons make ideal decorations because they are inexpensive and come in a rainbow of colors sure to match just about any decor. Unlike balloons inflated by mouth, helium-filled...

When you go out shopping with your girls, chances are you see ribbon ponytail holders in many of the stores you go to together. These regular elastic ponytail holders have an extra treat: Small...

A lavender and ribbon wand is a decorative and fragrant collection of dried lavender woven together with ribbon. These wands can be used for the same purpose as general potpourri and sachets: to...

Decorating with flowers is a fresh and natural way to embellish any package. Flowers can be artificial or real, but either way, adding one or many to a package can create a unique presentation for...

Roses are symbols of love and remembrance. Learning how to make artificial roses will let you show loved ones how much you care. They last longer and are more economical then real roses, making...

Just look at the number of children's toys, coloring books and dress up costumes on the market that are aimed at little girls and there's no doubt--little girls love to be princesses. But playing...

Crafts are a wonderful way for adults and kids to spend productive time together, and the only thing better than crafts you can eat are the ones you get to hang up and admire. Bead spinners are...

Create a decorative metal pail to hold a floral centerpiece, serve as a colorful container for a gift, or become an eye-catching home decor item to hold craft supplies, pens, trinkets, or keys....

Making angel decorations out of wired ribbon is a fun holiday craft. Use angels to decorate gifts or hang them on your Christmas tree. They are popular items to sell at craft fairs, and because...

Accent a Victorian-style wedding with beautiful homemade silk flower kissing balls. These romantic silk flower creations add a touch of elegance to the festivities, and are a quick and easy...

Tired of buying a simple scrapbook album that cost too much? Well here in this article I am going to tell you how to make your own scrapbook album. It’s simple and cute. You can choose whatever...

Chipboard is pressed fiber cardboard that is not corrugated. It can be found on the backing of notebooks, cereal boxes or gift boxes. Keep in mind though, that those kinds of chipboard are not...

Decorating a door, whether it is an exterior or interior door, is a great way to add to holiday decorations or to add to the themed decor of a room. Star door decorations can be made to suit any...

Who doesn't have a jar of mismatched buttons lying around the house? Button bracelets are the perfect way to recycle old buttons, and you don't need advanced jewelry-making skills or special...

Whether you need a length of ribbon to tie around a bouquet of flowers, to create a bow for a handmade greeting card or to attach a gift tag to a present, personalize the ribbon for a decorative...

Inspirational holiday creativity and artistic crafts are most fun when the days are short, and the weather changes. The beautiful colors in nature such as leaves are most tempting to save and...

Wire ribbon, sometimes referred to as French wire ribbon, is a versatile craft staple used to make bows and floral embellishments for wreaths, gift-wrapping and numerous craft projects. Wire...

Gift bows create a great first impression. They are an essential part of gift presentation. Elegantly formed and tied bows show you care about the recipient of the gift, and they go a long way in...

In early America, garland was handmade from Christmas greens such as pine, spruce and cedar trees, according to the Christmas Decoration & Gifts Store website. Other natural items, including...

The EZ Bow Maker is a tool that has been created to help you make beautiful bows in many different styles and avoid that ball of ribbon that you sometimes end up with after trying to make a bow....

If you can crochet a few basic stitches, you can make a square. If you can crochet a square, you can crochet a ring bearer's pillow, since a pillow is just two squares sewn together with stuffing...

There are thousands of babysitters in the world. Almost every teenager has babysat at some point or other in his or her life. Because the competition is so fierce, anything that will separate you...

Baby showers are a fun event for new mothers and friends. Most women love attending and hosting baby showers. However, baby shower invitations and decorations can be very expensive if purchased...

Create colorful, fragrant decorations for home using dried apples for a country-inspired, homespun touch. Dry a batch of the sliced fruit in a low oven while you complete other craft projects or...

Crafting with wooden skewers is just as easy as crafting with Popsicle sticks. Their simple shape and inexpensive price makes them an economical craft supply for a variety of projects. Use wooden...

Gift cards, or gift tags, are often forgotten second thoughts or seem like too much money for such a small item. If you're a bit creative, however, it's an enjoyable little project and more...

Ribbon embroidery roses are fun crafts creations that we have been working with recently, so it is only reasonable that we would make a mini Christmas tree to display them. We have been trying...

Diaper cakes are becoming very famous at baby showers and first birthday parties. Whether it's a gift from a family member or friend or the center piece on the tables, they are in very high...

Yellow bows are displayed in the US to show support for soldiers. People often put yellow bows or ribbons on their cars, the front doors of their homes, or tied around trees in their front yard....

Pillows are an inexpensive way to add a fresh touch to your decor. Pillows can be added to a bed, chairs and sofas. Check clearance racks for great markdowns on these easy accessories as designers...

Crafts with towels are popular for weddings, bridal and baby showers, and housewarming parties. You can make a towel cake slice to give to your guests as a favor. To make a cake slice from a...

A ribbon water bottle holder is a neat way to carry your water bottle. This simple ribbon bottle holder keeps water at hand when you’re walking, hiking and rollerblading or even while walking the...

Have old greeting cards lying around - well here are some useful ways to recycle those cards and use them for other things.

Jingle bells have long been associated with the Christmas holidays. Jingle bells are often added to horse’s harnesses or hung on doors. They are also used as ornaments on Christmas trees. These...

Making a roll up silverware holder for your table, lunch bag or picnic basket is an easy sewing project that you can complete in minutes. Using a vintage cloth napkin or a cloth napkin that has...

A unique wall hanging is easily created with some feathers and a Styrofoam ring. This is an extremely easy craft decoration that looks wonderful with many different decorating schemes. You can...

Whether for Halloween, school plays, or just for fun, little boys everywhere enjoy wearing a Prince Charming costume. All it takes to make one is a basic pair of pants, jacket, a few golden...

Stay on top of your to-do list with a memo board. Hang up this craft project in the kitchen, office or classroom as a decorative and practical way to stay organized. Keep your goals in sight with...

If you know how to tie a bow, you can learn to make hair bows for ponytails. The easiest way to create this adornment is to loop a ribbon around the ponytail and tie it in a bow. But this type of...

Ribbon headbands are beautiful accessories to add to a feminine wardrobe. Plastic headbands can be purchased inexpensively at craft stores and often several come in a package. The wide array of...