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Ugh…when silk gets wrinkled it seems to never be the same again, but with a few simple tricks it can be wrinkle free. These tricks aren’t permanent, but what is?
It's almost summer time and it's always nice to have a few cute things to wear to the beach or just around town, but with the economy being the way it is we all have to do less with more. So these...
Here is a simple silk flower lei that adults as well as children will love to create. Use your own creativity to create a special lei. Leis are great for parties. This is also a great church...
A spring costume for your dog is essential for a family get together or for participating in the annual Haute Dog Parade for Charity. Therefore, when you are shopping for your spring decorations,...
silk flowers lose there color to dust,simple way to clean your silk flowers ,fast and easy
Have you ever gotten a grease spot on a silk blouse or paints, well this tell you how to get grease spots out of silk, it is really simple you just need to be careful when you do it, This could...
Vietnam, South Korea, Thailand and other Asian countries are known for having tailors and seamstresses who make exquisitely crafted custom-tailored clothes in a few days (or even a few hours) for...
I used to avoid buying clothing with "Dry Clean Only" labels. But after spilling food on a silk shirt, and finding I could hand wash it, I got more adventurous with delicate fabrics....
If you love silk flowers because they can last forever but need a way to keep them clean, here are some ideas to banish those dust bunnies!
Silk clothes feel luxurious; they feel sexy; and they feel powerful and rich. When you see someone wearing something silk or if you are wearing something silk, you might think “What style and how...
Since the day a girl begins to dream, she pictures her wedding day. It's not until we get older that we realize ... there's money involved. Here are some simple ways to save money, but still get...
Silk ties aren't really meant to be cleaned, even by a dry cleaner. However, ties can get dirty especially over meal time. If you need to clean your tie, here are some helpful hints.
Is your hair curly? What others do to their hair never seems to work on yours? People are jealous of your curls and you don't know why?! Always wished you had different hair? Ever felt like you...
Judy of ABnCParties.com shows you how-to make a lovely do-it-yourself silk flower wedding centerpiece. Three tea lights add that special romantic mood. For the Do It Yourself (DIY) bride on a...
Silk flowers are an easy way to bring lots of color to your decor. Craft stores like ACMoore and Michaels Crafts sell beautiful silk flowers that look very natural. They come in endless varieties...
A taut, evenly stretched screen will go a long way toward ensuring a good print.
I usually avoid buying any clothing that is labeled with delicate hand wash only, however, I have a few that were just too nice to pass up. It is important to avoid the temptation of just tossing...
You may have set the date for your wedding and with today's economy, who can afford anything but a cheap wedding. There are lots of ways to save money! Whether it's your first wedding or your...
April showers bring May flowers. That is a saying for people who have green thumbs and can wait for May for color in the yard. Silk flower arrangements, for outdoors, are a great alternative to...
Create your own, unique rose napkin holders by following these easy steps, perfect for a wedding, Valentine's Day, a romantic dinner for two, or a Spring tea party! They even make paper napkins...
Paper, cloth or real, flowers can add a special look to any party. Here are some methods you can use to decorate your party with flowers.
This is an easy and inexpensive way to design a shabby chic girls hat or beanie. Accessories such as beanies, hats etc. can have more than one purpose. It doesn't have to just keep you warm or...
Comfort and style will go down well at a summer get-together.
Corn on the cob is a sure sign of summer. The classic cob can compliment nearly all barbecued dishes. Save yourself a little time, and a lot of heat in the kitchen by throwing your cob on the...
Want to keep your silk wedding flowers bouquet? It's a shame to simply store this artistic piece of your wedding by putting it away in a box in the closet. Here you'll find a way to design...
Shrinking your clothes can be much more economic and logical rather than paying for a seamstress to take up your clothing. There are ways to shrink and take up your clothing at home without paying...
Printing a silk screen is a lot of fun. But before you do it, you need to make a frame. It's worth putting a bit of effort into this step, because a well-built frame will last a lifetime.
If you are a black woman, you already know it can be extremely difficult to grow your hair. Black women often think they're making progress with hair growth only to have the hairdresser tell them...
If you like to decorate for the season but want to stay on a budget, here are some ideas.
Washing silk shirts at home is usually not something we think we should do, especially since most clothing manufacturer's recommend dry-cleaning instead. But that can be expensive, and in this...
A professional look is so important, most especially if you are job hunting. There are professions that are a bit more casual, but if you are interviewing for a corporate enviroment type of job,...
Getting into the mood for any season can be really uplifting! Spring is a great time of year to decorate with lots of bright colors and make your home come alive. Decorating a tabletop in any room...
I have a terrific bouquet of cream silk flowers in our living room. They are beautiful and people always ask if my husband had them delivered! Keeping silk flowers looking fresh and clean can...
The decorating has begun, and the silk poinsettias, holly leaves and mounds of garland have been brought back out to do their thing for the holiday. But, someone forgot to wrap them in protective...
The key to conquering split ends, is preventing them from happening in the first place. If your goal is to grow your hair long, then you don't want to hinder your progress by having to cut your...
Who needs a wedding florist, when you can make these inexpensive topiary centerpieces yourself? Follow detailed pictures and step by step instructions to make your own wedding topiary centerpieces...
Silk is the most luxurious fabric you can find. Because of what it is made of, and its cost, it's important to know how to clean silk. You might be curious to know why silk is so expensive,...
If you have just a handful of flowers left over from some arrangements you've made, you can use them to create a floral swag that looks good just about anywhere. Swags provide a dramatic backdrop...
Everyone wants shiny, healthy and frizz free hair. Here are some tips to help you get that.
The most common fabric printing project is printing for T-shirts, but you might also want to print other items such as banners or tablecloths. Silk-screening is a good way to accomplish these...
This is actually not to difficult to do if you have the proper tools and supplies to make your own silk screen with. This will take about one half hour to an hour to complete(maybe longer if this...
Now that summer has rolled around and you are doing more cooking on the grill, its time to learn some quick and easy grilling recipes. There is nothing quite like piping hot corn roasted to...
There are times at work we women need a little help with a broken nail or a run in our stocking. Creating a community basket for work will help eliminate the frustration when we need an extra...
Painting on silk is a fun way to create beautiful accessories. With some easy to use silk paints and an iron, you can make your own designer scarf. Imagine being able to design your own head scarves?
I loved playing and dressing my Barbie dolls when I was a young girl. What was most fun was designing and making hats to complement Barbie's outfits. With just a few supplies on hand, Barbie had...
Like many purely decorative garments, ties are particularly delicate and require a great deal of upkeep. Follow these steps to keep your ties looking nice and new.
Out with the old art, in with the new: after printing with photo emulsion, here's how to make sure you (your silk screen, actually) will live to print another day.
Using photo emulsion is the best way to transfer art to a silk screen for printing. Coating the silk screen is the first step in this process.
Spring is a transitional period when you're dying to shed your winter coat but the weather just isn't cooperating yet. While the sun may be out, it's still not warm enough to throw on the tanktop...
Ties are almost all mass produced these days. People do not take the time to custom make a tie like they would get measured for a tailor made suit. Part of the reason is that they simply don't...