eHow launches Android app: Get the best of eHow on the go.
(303)
(137)
(87)Top 50
Time on your hands...a new child in the family? Why not take up sewing and create some wonderful treasures that can be passed down with love? The new sewing and embroidery machines combined with...
Paper piecing a quilt block creates very crisp corners and sharper points. Paper piecing is an easy quilt block, even for beginning sewers. Every pattern is worked the same way, follow the...
Do you have valuable depression glassware packed away in your attic? Here are some easy tips to find the value of those treasures whether you plan to sell them for some extra cash or you're just...
These days most people find the need to create and maintain multiple passwords for numerous types of different accounts. Every time you turn around you come across yet one more account that...
Ok, let's face it. Some people can paint and draw like a pro and some can not. I figured out an easy way you can paint a feather with very little skill. Even kids can do this. You do not have to...
When there’s a chill in the air, snuggle up in a toasty warm fleece blanket throw that has sleeves. You’ve maybe seen them advertised on TV, or in magazines recently, sometimes called Snuggies,...
Maybe you are having a baby or know someone who is having a baby and you want to create something special for the little bundle of joy. A handmade baby crib set will be cherished for years. What...
Have you ever wanted to make a special garment for a little one who is very dear to you and didn't have a pattern at hand with which to make it? Don't give up! It takes a little figuring out but...
Sewing pattern sizing is different from off-the-rack sizing. So forget about what size you buy in the store and start making clothes that actually fit!
Making a bicycle messenger bag can be a fun project; however, patience is required. To make your bag, you will need a sewing machine that's able to handle the requisite heavy fabric; when you're...
As you shop for clothing it never fails to find one that you just love, but you can’t get it in all the colors you would like. Here is your chance to recreate that wonderful fitting garment in...
Have you ever seen an exquisite bead embroidered necklace, brooch, or anything covered in beads and wondered how anyone could possibly make such a lovely item? Well, this article will give you the...
Dammit Dolls are the perfect gift or craft to release the stress we all have in our lives. With a Dammit Doll you can throw it, stomp on it, jab it, slam it, and even strangle it until all of your...
This article will tell you how to turn torn and tattered vinyl chairs into something you can be proud of for less than $50.00 . Just follow these steps to replace or restore chairs with padded...
Stenciled walls can add just the right amount of change to room décor with minimal expense. Rather than purchasing pre-made stencils, use your own design to make wall stencils by following...
Never know what to do with your old holiday cards? These drink coasters are a very pretty addition to your holiday party or for everyday use with touch of the season. Making drink coasters can be...
If your home is anything like ours, there are literally hundreds of activities that you can do with your preschooler and you probably won't have to look much further than the junk drawer in your...
I wanted to make my own glam bat mask for Halloween last year so here is what I made.
Garden art gives your garden or landscape a personality and stained glass stepping stones provide that personality a unique look all its own. This afternoon craft project is easy to create and...
I remember as a child painting stained glass in art class for a project. Since then I have painted a couple of stained patterns myself. Stained glass art makes great gifts for family and friends.
There is a pull-down menu with “Filters” at the top of the “Layers” palette which allows you to apply “Blending Modes” to non-Background layers. These filters create really cool results. Let me...
An efficient pattern of breathing while running is essential for personal comfort, which leads to endurance. For many people, the pattern is involuntary. For others, conscious thought is involved...
Use your old blue jeans to make a warm and wonderful quilt!
If you embroider a denim jacket for yourself or a friend, you may soon find that embroidery can be an addiction. Especially, if you start getting requests from others willing to pay you to...
Stained glass patterns are used for most projects involving stained glass. You need to have a pattern to follow for the correct dimensions, knowing which piece is which color, and putting your...
No matter how well designed a pattern may be, it cannot fit each individual perfectly. Each human body has its own quirks, and each person has different fitting needs. You may find that you need...
As the cost of postage continues to rise, every ounce matters when shipping small items. Whether you're mailing a gift or shipping a customer's purchase, your cost will be reduced if you ship your...
Scrapbooking is a lot of fun, and can be a little challenging at times, but it always turns out with a very personal look for your precious memories. Paper Piecing on scrapbook pages, is a look...
A traditional poetic form created by Arnaut Daniel, the sestina is made up of six six-line stanzas and a final three-line envoi. Written in iambic pentameter, the sestina is unique in that the...
Combine plain pillar candles with decorative studs for a pretty Christmas decoration or unique gift giving.
If you like to knit, then you understand that eventually people tire of getting scarves and hats for gifts. Some charities, however, have an insatiable need for warm clothing items, and will be...
So you have an urge to redecorate a room. You want new paint or a new wallpaper to add some pizzazz to your home and stay on a budget but you’ve never painted or hung wall coverings before. ...
Cutting out a pattern, especially a skirt pattern, is not difficult, but when one first encounters the many lines, dashes, numbers, and notches inherent in a pattern, it can prove intimidating....
Use patterns to guide your pumpkin carving and your jack-o'-lanterns will be the envy of the neighborhood. The best thing to do is to come up with your pattern before you start carving rather than...
Rangoli is a popular art form that traditionally uses rice colored with pigment to create extensive patterns and designs. Rangoli is often seen on the ground outside of homes at any time, but it...
The first evidence of stained glass was found in Germany during an excavation expedition around 1000AD. It is the favorite décor of a number of churches and cathedrals producing an...
So you want to make slipcovers. Making a slipcover is very different from making draperies or an article of clothing. A dress or drapery has a front and a back. Counting the couch cushions covers,...
A limerick is a special type of short poem which has strict patterns for rhythm and rhyme. It was popularized by Edward Lear of England in the mid-1800s. Although limericks are traditionally...
When you find that one sewing pattern that you know you will use multiple times, you want to preserve it so you can use it several times.
Here is a pattern so you can make your very own miniature dollhouse table out of recycled materials.
Creating your own stained glass panel is such a thrill. You could watch a how-to video, pick up a book on beginner's stained glass, take an intro class, or just dive in. Your first piece may not...
Working in stained glass is one of the most creative art forms you can undertake, but it is also a methodical and detail-oriented hobby. Creating stained glass art can be moderately expensive and...
If you sew, you can count on having piles of saved material. If you dont sew, you probably have scrap material in the form of discarded clothing, old towels or baby blankets. Here is an idea to...
Some babies have medical issues that make dressing them difficult. For example, if the baby has a feeding tube or is on oxygen, pullover clothes are out. Also, if the baby is in the hospital and...
If you're just starting to break out into the cosplay world, here's a few steps to help you along the way with your costume!
From small sun-catchers or night-lights to full size windows or lamp shades, stained glass can add color and character to your home. Stained glass is a fun and challenging hobby that can also be...
Do you have a picture of something you would like to draw? Would you like a way to make it easier for it to stay proportioned correctly. Using a grid pattern is an excellent way to draw. . .
You've decided to learn to sew and make that beautiful fashion dress you saw in a fashion magazine. You go into a fabric shop find a pattern you like but are uncertain about all the information on...
Do you have gorgeous vintage china that has worn out from use, or have you unfortunately broken china? In either case, it should be replaced to maintain the value of your set. Most pieces, and...
For years I heard the word Mahjong and was impressed with anyone who could play the game, certain my own brain could not fathom what was entailed to enjoy the game. I don't do games. I grew up in...
Copyright © 1999-2009 eHow, Inc. Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. en-US Portions of this page are modifications based on work created and shared by Google and used according to terms described in the Creative Commons 3.0 Attribution License.
