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Learning how to draw can be accomplished by many different drawing techniques. What I will demonstrate here is how to draw with a grid. The grid is a tool that dates back to the 16th century...
Spanish moss gently sways from the majestic and mysterious oaks that line the walkways and avenues of Savannah's 21 historic garden squares. Savannah is known as America's first planned city and...
A quick way to raise money for a good cause is to hold a cow patty drop fundraiser. It's a great fund raising activity popular in the Midwest. There is very little cost involved and the initial...
Photo quilts make great gifts for mother’s day or just to give to mom anytime. The fabric choices are endless. I have made this beautiful quilt for newborn mothers who wanted a quilt with photos...
Need to keep the kids busy this is best way. This is a mosaic craft, yet rather than using tiles it uses construction paper. It takes a little time to prepare but well worth it. The kids will have...
Wire storage cubes are sold flat in boxes and have to be assembled. The good thing about this is that they can be assembled in the configuration that works best for your needs, and as you will...
Making pom-pom pets is fun and easy. You don't even need to be able to sew. This is a simple craft for children and adults alike. They can be used as toys, decorations, or even ornaments for the...
Use your old blue jeans to make a warm and wonderful quilt!
Oh my goodness, if you have never tried my recipe for Crescent Chicken you are going to LOVE it! Makes a wonderful dinner or fancy lunch, and it is so easy to make! Kids eat it up! Remember...old...
Here are the instructions to handcraft a checkerboard from recycled or reclaimed items you may already have around the house. This checkerboard makes a great personalized gift or you may want to...
Having seven kids leaves a lot of used up clothes that are good for nothing after awhile. Here are some great ways to utilize those used up clothes instead of just throwing them away.
These taste just like the mint chocolates that you get in restaurants. These are so easy to make and they just melt-in-your mouth. Add them to your Christmas cookie plates or enjoy them yourself.
Have you ever wanted to be able to solve double digit mathematical problems in a matter of seconds? There is a method that is extremely easy. This is one step which will allow you to find square...
When learning how to make quilt blocks, you will eventually run in to that block design that requires a half square or triangle. These can seem daunting at first when you look at a pattern and...
Sometimes it's hard to keep score in Scrabble. Here are the official rules on scoring. May the best player win!
Receiving blankets have many great uses. After your baby becomes a toddler, the blankets can be used for doll blankets and as easy light blankets to bring along in the stroller, in the car, for...
This is a fun and popular way to bet on the Super Bowl. Football squares are fun to bet on, and definitely makes the Super Bowl much more fun.
In this tutorial, I will show you how to make quilt blocks. A simple Nine Patch is a perfect pattern to start with. At first, the task seems daunting, but this illustrated tutorial will turn that...
Handmade gifts for babies are always appreciated by new parents. If you have basic sewing skills, a simple patchwork baby blanket makes a great gift. The blanket shown is 38 x 40 inches. The...
As an avid knitter and crocheter, I always have a stash of yarn. Whenever I start a new project, I always buy extra yarn. Depending on how much yarn you have left when your project is complete,...
These simple crosses make great bookmarks or Easter decorations. Tie one to the bow of a baptism gift. Hang some from an Easter Tree as ornaments. (You do have an Easter Tree, right?) They can be...
You will learn how to make a keepsake baby book out of your child's clothes
If you have ever wondered how to beat the "Minesweeper" game, read these simple steps to get the best score.
Everyone loves Super Mario! This guy is great for quilting beginners as it uses only 2 inch squares — no tricky angles! This quilt block looks awesome in solid fabrics but you could also try...
Football fans love the excitement and competition of the sport and live for all of the spirited action each time their favorite teams takes the field. However, sometimes these games need some...
Give me some lovin' for my tummy and it will be for these delicious squares. There's nothing like adding this kind of fiesta to your taste palate! Your tummy will love you for it! This recipe...
Granny Squares are one of the easiest things to make in crochet! They are beautiful, easy on-the-go projects that are a staple for many patchwork crochet designs. There are many types of...
Want a new twist on all the old favorite games to play with kids? Or just want to energize the kids, try this quick idea, that you can use everyday.
If you have some T-shirt you don't wear anymore or that have maybe a few spots. You can use them to make a Recycled T-shirt quilt instead of throwing them away. Any size T-shirts can be used....
Make a unique quilt not just with a different pattern, but with different ideas. If quilts were not made of squares, I would suggest you think outside the box. The ability to craft an...
You don't need to be an artist to copy or enlarge any picture with great results.
Halloween Bingo is a fun game to play at a Halloween party or get together. The following will show you how to make your own Halloween Bingo game to play.
With a few scrap materials, you can make a a variety of pot holders to meet all your needs and still have some left over to give away as gifts. So gather up your odds and ends of material, fire up...
This pool can be used for any sport there is as long as there is an ending score. It is very simple and pretty self explanatory. It also brings a lot more excitement to the game itself when you...
It wouldn't be Christmas in these parts, unless neighbors were treated to a wrapped box of needham candy.These are an almond joy-type candy that has a surprising ingredient!! This is a little...
Cut your holiday budget by making your own Christmas decorations and tree ornaments. Recycle empty drink pouches into creative star tree ornaments for the holidays.
Learning to cut quilt squares with a rotary cutter is the first step to creating beautiful quilts. In times past, these were cut by hand with scissors. When you take that into consideration, it...
Tired of paying for those expensive dryer sheets? Let me show you how to make them yourself!
Turn your t-shirt collection into an easy-to-sew quilt. Perfect for preserving your memories or showing off your souvenirs, novelty t-shirt quilts make a fun bedcover perfect for teens, college...
Chess beginners often get off to a bad start in a game by effectively playing randomly. Almost always, this leads to a very rapid defeat. However, by applying certain basic opening principles, a...
Fold a truffle / gift box out of a piece of white tag board
Have you ever needed some diced onions but thought that it was too much work? Well, don't let that stop you anymore. It only takes a few minutes to have that perfectly diced onion every time! ...
Traffic jam is a fun teambuilding exercise. Not only does this game require communication and planning, but it also provides a fun and challenging experience for all involved!
The perfect treat for kids and adults alike.
Stacks of T-shirts from all those wonderful sorority "events," otherwise known as parties, may be piled up in your closet. These represent such wonderful college memories and good times. Take...
Fat quarters refer to cloth that's been cut into 18 inch by 22 inch blocks. They allow quilters to cut pieces larger than the usual 9 inch squares. The larger size can assume more various shapes,...
These date squares are a sweet, wholesome dessert that take little time to prepare. Read on to learn how.
This is absolutely the easiest quilt patch to make and the perfect first quilt. All you need is a colorful combination of leftover material scraps. A scrappy quilt is exactly what it sounds like—a...
Remembering your wedding reception is something you are not likely to forget, but after a few years the details start to fade. If you don’t videotape the whole thing, you can always rely on...
For a unique greeting card concept you can create a waterfall greeting card for your next paper crafting project. Waterfall greeting cards are fun for any occasion. Kids will love the...
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