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Mold and mildew growing on wood stains and destroys the natural beauty of the wood. Not to mention it can be smelly and potentially harmful to an individual’s health. The cleaning methods will...
There are many benefits of a cheap, easy to make desk. If you are in a temporary apartment and don't want to invest in an expensive piece of furniture or if you have no money left over from buying...
There is nothing more frustrating than when you try to open a drawer and it sticks. You yank it open, but you know one of these days you are going to pull and you'll end up with the drawer pulls...
So you have collected baseball card since you were younger, or you have inherited you dads old baseball cards? So what you have on your hand is some antiques? Are these antiques or collectible...
Orchids are some of the most loved and admired houseplants, and for good reason. They boast stunning, showy blooms and large waxy leaves. Orchids have the reputation for being difficult to grow,...
Great for a rainy day or group project, this play dough is simple to make and fun to handle!
Mold and it’s by product mildew growing on wood can cause stains while destroying the woods natural beauty. It can also be smelly and potentially harmful to you or your families’ health. Cleaning...
A French polish is one of the most beautiful finishes available. It takes a lot of patience and a very clean work area - a little bit of dust can ruin hours of work. Here's how to do it right.
I wanted to print some of my favorite photos on heavy tightly woven white cotton, (or rayon/ polyester) resembling canvas. So with some imagination, my photos would look like portraits, or...
My latest project includes making vintage wall paper reproductions, but you can easily use this how-to on other papers. It's also a way of preserving a child or grandchild's creative artwork. ...
Fall is the most beautiful and romantic season of all, as far as I'm concerned. The fallen leaves have more beauty in them than when they were alive. If you have a good summer, you're likely to...
The beauty of the fall leaves can be preserved and used in kids craft ideas. These three fall themed craft ideas are easy to do, fun to display, and will bring the beauty of the fall season into...
A French polish is an alcohol and shellac polish for wood - the finish is an exceptionally high gloss. This is hard work but is well worth the effort.
Finding wood furniture at a garage sale can be a great way to save money on home decorating. But older wood furniture often comes marred by cigarette burns. Whether you're refurbishing a...
Brides and Grooms appreciate all wedding gifts. Sometimes though, the ones that mean the most are home made gifts. These gifts come from the heart. Personalized gifts take time and effort. The...
The Ojo de Dios, or God’s Eye is a familiar art process most of us create in grade school. Popsicle sticks and colored yarn are used to create a woven hanging, but the inspiration for this...
Whether your choice to adopt a vegan lifestyle was the easiest or the most difficult decision of your life, it can be frustrating to discover just how hard it is to find and buy vegan products....
A painted flower vase can be a beautiful addition to your home. It also makes a great gift. Painting on glass can be tricky, though. Paint can very easily come off of the glass if the vase is not...
Painting your skateboard can add personality and individuality to board. This process takes a lot of thought, though, to get just the look and message that fits you. Here is how to find the right...
Make a large collage of headlines from newspapers and you will create a work of art and also document the times you are living in. Headlines, dramatic or humorous, often catch people's attention...
It's time to refinish the bathroom cabinet, but you're not exactly sure what procedures to take to get the job done right, right? Well, there are a few things you need to know about the finish...
Cleaning cabinets is a dreaded chore for some. However, cleaning cabinets monthly will help keep them looking good and make your regular house cleanings easier. If left too long between cleanings,...
If you're finishing your furniture with shellac, consider using shellac flakes. Although shellac is also sold in liquid form, you can dissolve it yourself to ensure that the shellac will be fresh,...
Shellac is a natural resin produced by a insect which lives in trees, mainly in India. It has been used for centuries to finish wood by dissolving it in denatured alcohol and then painting on like...
It is important to choose the right finish for wood furniture. There are several finishes to choose from, each good for different reasons. Consider what you want your furniture to look like, how...
Follow these simple steps to build a simple corner desk unit that is both functional and aesthetically appealing at the same time.
Shellac finishes have been used on furniture for centuries. Today, these finishes can be applied easily with a brush or a pad at a nominal cost. Whichever method of application you choose,...
Shellac puts a beautiful finish on wood and is considered one of the easiest finishes to apply. It can be used on mahogany, walnut and fine-veneer woods. Shellac comes in many colors, but the two...
They’re dusty, maybe musty, thicker and yet more breakable than vinyl records and often bound together in “book” sets. They contain music by artists you likely never have heard of. Are they worth...
French Polishing - A step by Step Guide to finishing a Chair or Small Ornate piece of furniture. No Oil is used at all in this technique but a glass like finish is achieved!
For a fun and simple kind of printmaking, try making a collograph. Collographs use a variety of shapes and textures to create artistic prints that you can experiment with again and again.
Tired of the same old decorations for holidays year after year? Short on money and time? Try the bread loaf table decoration for any time of the year.
Shellac provides a beautiful finish that adds depth and beauty to wood. It showcases the beauty of the wood itself and gives a finish that has a rich and understated look.
Create this elegant looking frame on your own and people won't believe you did it yourself.
Finding unique collage materials can be difficult, but finding the perfect inspiration for your craft is a thrill that will lead to a great piece of art. International banknotes (money) is not...
Making collage pieces for family and friends is a great way to create a personal gift that has some function as well. Whether working on a box or book cover, or on a canvas to hang on the wall,...
Using enamel on furniture is a great way to decorate and add interest to unfinished pieces. You can also use enamel to refurbish old pieces and avoid the effort of stripping them first. When...
Antiques, whether handed down from a family member or purchased at a yard sale, can be beautiful additions to your home. Of course, they can get that old musty smell. You can deodorize antiques...
We all know that proper preparation of exterior surfaces is critical to a long-lasting paint job, especially for wood. Not only is choosing a high-quality paint important, but picking the right...
For a charming Christmas decoration that is ideal for gift giving, consider making a nativity pretzel wreath. Pretzels are inexpensive and easy to work with. Once you learn the secrets of making a...
Creating handmade gifts for family and friends is a rewarding experience for everyone involved. You get to have the fun of doing something creative, and your loved ones get the satisfaction of...
You can create a collage in many ways, and you can also make a collage with solid objects. Express your ideas and form a creation tht reflects who you are. A collage is considered an assembly of...
Studies have shown that the average person in a developed, Western country unknowingly eats roughly two pounds of insects each year. You may think that insects just sneak into salad or your...
The use of the Ouija board, or spirit board, is controversial. Some people believe it is just a toy, while others, especially paranormal experts, believe it truly opens a door to the other side. ...
Jack planes remove large amounts of wood in the rough shaping process. They vary in size but range between 12 and 15 inches long. An example of a jack plane is a Stanley number 5. The frog on a...
Dents and scratches in most wood furniture, even relatively deep dents and scratches, can be repaired using burn-in sticks, also known as shellac sticks.Repairs are made by melting shellac that...
Whether your board's paint is wiped out or if you just want to give it a new look, it is easy to paint a skateboard. Your own style and personal expression will make your board unique, and the...
Making collages can be a fun and satisfying artistic endeavor that lets even the most clumsy artist create beautiful and unique works of art. Finding interesting collage materials can take your...
If you want to give your planters the timeless look, the appearance that they had been there forever, you may want to give them a verdigris finish. Recreating the luminous, blue-green tones of...
Use sanding sealer or shellac to prepare wood for staining. Stain your wood project the right way by following the steps in this free woodworking and wood project series from an expert carpenter.
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