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When I got my first grommet kit, I literally grommeted everything. If it didn't move too fast, it got grommeted. I dreamed of making my own sails, but I just couldn't figure out how to attach them...
It is wise to document one's family tree, so that future generations can learn about their lineage. A fun alternative to documenting your family tree is by creating a Family Tree/Genealogy Scrapbook.
There's no place more comfortable to a kitty cat than a hammock, and while I know that you don't mind them lounging around on your hammock for humans (like the one in this photo), why don't you...
You can make your own patio sunshade awning, also known as sun sail, and create a shady resort-like feel in your back yard.
Vinyl record album purses are the newest craft that teens want to make and carry. If you do not happen to have any old 33 LPs lying around your home, they are inexpensive at garage sales and flea...
Having been an avid camper for years I've encountered all kinds of weather and believe it or not I enjoy camping in rain and thunderstorms don't bother me a bit. There's something about the smell...
A tent is nothing more than a cloth shelter from the elements
Window treatments are more than just fabric hung from a rod. Many items can be recycled into interesting and creative multipurpose window treatments. Pull out your craft supplies, get in touch...
If you would like to have a boat to fish from or just paddle around in, here is a E How to build a boat that does not need to be towed or tied on top of your vehicle.
Here in Arizona, the sun's ultra violet rays are summarily harsh. Anything left unprotected tends to deteriorate rather quickly. Tarps or awnings seldom last beyond a year or two, and...
Corsets, which are historical foundation garments most used in the Victorian era, have become extremely popular as costume and clubwear. Although corsets are figure-flattering and fun to wear,...
Do you love camping but hate the high cost associated with it? Learn how to make an affordable easy canvas tent that will amaze your kids and make you the envy of campsite.
Installing a sound unit in a doll is moderately easy. The hard part is choosing what kind to use. Here's how to install a simple, laughing-baby unit in cloth and hard-bodied dolls.
If your passion runs toward folk art, you'll love collecting American flags with their creative star configurations and patriotic symbols.
Making your own homemade leather armor will allow you more inexpensive and better fitting armor. With the right tools, which can be purchased inexpensively at a leather shop or fabric shop, this...
A shower curtain that matches your bathroom theme can be hard to find. Instead of searching endlessly, you can find a matching material and make your own at home. Follow this guide to learn how to...
You finally went out and bought the trampoline the kids have been begging for and lugged it home. You're officially Parent of the Year, but there's one small problem. The thing is still in a...
Determining when you need to place a shade cloth on your greenhouse and how much coverage you need is tricky. You want your plants to get enough sun, yet not too much. Depending on the type of...
Metal grommets are an easy way to give new life to an old tarp. Or you can easily install more grommets to a new tarp to give you more ways to tie down the tarp. The installation process is quick...
In need of some kitchen curtains? Here is a quick and easy way to make café-style kitchen curtains out of simple dish towels. Not only odes this project add whimsy and style to any kitchen. It is...
Tattoo gun working parts include coils, yoke, tube, springs, armature and top and bottom posts. History shows they've been made out of everything from iron and brass to gold and silver. Use care...
Recycle an old magazine by making a purse from its pages. Choose pictures from your favorite ads and articles to be the focus of your hip new bag. Make the bag out of pages that reflect your style...
Making a cloth belt is a great project for a sewing beginner. Here is a simple design for a low-slung lace up belt.
Whether you're sewing a custom shower curtain, making a handbag or just feeling adventurous in a craft project, securing grommets is easy and can add just the right functional touch to whatever...
Creating your own belt for a special occasion, or simply as a means of making a unique fashion statement, can be a lot of fun. You can use all sorts of materials to make a belt, including leather,...
A sandbox cover is essential in keeping sand dry and free from animal droppings, leaves and other undesirable items. Although there are several types of sandbox covers available, one quick, easy...
A chinchilla hammock is one way to keep your pet cool, calm and gently swinging in the breeze. Animals that get the hang of it (pun intended), also find a hammock quite enjoyable. You can make a...
Why not, just once this summer, get the kids together and really rough it? With a few things you've already got or can easily find, these do-it-yourself projects for a tent, a sleeping bag and...
Avoid metal grommets when cutting jeans for quilt. Learn more about cutting jeans for rag denim quilt in this free quilting lesson from an expert quilter and sewing class instructor.
Measuring for grommets and embellishing pockets. Learn how to sew outfits for kids in this free crafting video.
Cutting the fabric, gluing the top, and securing the grommets for a sewing project. Learn how to sew outfits for kids in this free crafting video.
Working on trim and grommets in sewing projects for kids. Learn how to sew outfits for kids in this free crafting video.
Fabric and grommet work in sewing projects. Learn how to sew outfits for kids in this free crafting video.
Redecorating a bathroom can be as simple and effective as replacing your shower curtain. Shower curtains are easy to find. You can find them at any department store. They are, however, expensive,...
Voluminous velour curtains that hang across the stage are traditional in theaters. Adding velour curtains to your own stage, whether large or small, will add a big-time theater feel for the...
A very easy to do, but effective upgrade to do on your BMW is changing the roundel on the hood. You can either replace an old and faded emblem, or change the stock roundel for a unique look.
One of the most attractive parts of a corset is the complex lacing that weaves down the back. Although the laces look delicate and feminine, they are held in place by hardware. Not all home sewers...
Awnings serve a variety of purposes. Number one is protection from weather extremes. Whether there is a hot sun or a hard rain, a canvas awning provides a barrier between you and the elements....
Grommets are rings pre-made in a tarp for attaching to structures. The tarps lay over a boat or a truck full of debris and is tied down to the sides with rope strung through the grommets. It used...
A maypole is a tall pole with flower wreaths traditionally used for celebrations in the month of May. You can make a maypole out of a wood or metal pole.
Corrugated plastic is a low-cost, recyclable plastic comprised of a wavy, grooved layer sandwiched between two flat sheets, all made of a high impact polypropylene resin. It is lightweight yet...
Measure your shower stall before you get started. Most standard shower curtains are 72 inches wide and 72 inches long. If you are going to make a shower curtain for a shower stall, the width will...
A tennis racket has a head, a face, a neck, a handle and a butt cap. Learn about tennis strings, grommets and head guards with help from a USPTA certified tennis pro in this free video on tennis...
A grommet is a pair of metal rings embedded into fabric or other material. A grommet tool is used for everything from scrapbook embellishments to shower curtains to leather work. For curtains,...
Removing the front driver's seat in a Mustang is rarely necessary. However, doing so is often required if you want to replace the carpeting inside the vehicle, to reupholster or repair the seat or...
Drapes made with grommets have a contemporary look and are easy to open and close. Grommets are metal rings that surround a hole and reinforce the fabric. They can be attached by hand, or with a...
Flying a flag is an easy task if the flag is already set up to be hooked, but what do you do if you are starting from scratch or need to fix an old flagpole set-up? Follow this guide to secure a...
Grommets are metal rings that are attached to fabrics to reinforce a hole so that a line or rod can be inserted through them. They're easy to apply either by hand or with a setting tool....
With a bare wall, a shower curtain liner, some metal grommets and plastic hooks, you could be well on your way to watching movies on a video projector at home. The best part is you won't have to...
If you're going to a Renaissance fair, you don't have to break your bank to outfit yourself, nor do you have to be an expert seamstress. This tunic is about as fast and easy as it gets for sewing...