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Craft projects are a great way to recycle household items and clothes. Learn how to make three recycled crafts, a beach bag, a puzzle and a hat, in this free arts video series.
There are 16 videos in this series:
Making an old tank top into a beach bag is a nice way to recycle a piece of clothing into a useful item. Learn how to make a tank top beach bag in this free crafts video.
The bottom of the tank top is going to serve as the base of the beach bag. Learn how to make a tank top beach bag in this free crafts video.
Boat cording or ribbon will make a nice closure material for the bottom of the beach bag. Learn how to make a tank top beach bag in this free crafts video.
When using ribbon, make sure the front of the ribbon matches the front of the tank top. Learn how to make a tank top beach bag in this free crafts video.
The bottom of the beach bag needs to be especially secure so that items do not fall out of it. Learn how to make a tank top beach bag in this free crafts video.
Glue all the openings in the bottom of the beach bag shut so that it is extra secure. Learn how to make a tank top beach bag in this free crafts video.
Using a pretty applique will make for a nice seal for the tank top beach bag. Learn how to make a tank top beach bag in this free crafts video.
The apllique used to seal the inside of the bag do not have to be pretty like the ones on the outside. Learn how to make a tank top beach bag in this free crafts video.
Adding buttons and ribbons to the beach bag will give it more creativity and individuality. Learn how to make a tank top beach bag in this free crafts video.
Gather some popsicle sticks, greeting cards or old calendars for the craft puzzle. Learn how to make a popsicle puzzle in this free crafts video.
When you line up the popsicle sticks, leave room between them so that you can cut with an exacto knife. Learn how to make a popsicle puzzle in this free crafts video.
After cutting between the popsicle sticks with an exacto knife, either break or cut the pieces apart. Learn how to make a popsicle puzzle in this free crafts video.
Mix them pieces up and challenge a friend to put the puzzle together. Fun! Learn how to make a popsicle puzzle in this free crafts video.
Sixty second hats are great for little girls who want to have a fancy tea party. Learn how to make a 60 second hat in this free crafts video.
A basketball makes a good surface to shape the 60 second hat. Learn how to make a 60 second hat in this free crafts video.
Tape the hat all the way around, allowing it to crinkle. Learn how to make a 60 second hat in this free crafts video.
Centuries ago, working with one’s hands was an honorable way to make a living. People have not lost their connection to such skills. Many arts and crafts that exist today in some ways reflect an attention to craftsmanship and detail that echoes a pre-industrial way of life. Other crafts are practiced by groups of friends who share a common interest. Still, some arts and crafts are favorite hobbies for people who like to work with their hands. Recycled crafts can provide opportunities for play, inspiration, beauty and stress relief. In this free video series, you will learn how to make three different crafts for your home, vacation or as a fun gift. You will learn how to make a tank top beach bag, popsicle stick puzzle, and a 60 second hat. Get tips on how to gather supplies, measure, cut, assemble, decorate and put finishing touches on each of these great projects.
Carie Ellington Carie Ellington is an event planner who has worked with the Vinoy in St. Petersburg and the Ala Carte Event Pavillion in Tampa, FL. She began her craft work with creating signs for sporting events and worked her way to baby showers, weddings, corporate events and product promotions. Carie continues to master her "craft" by taking many different classes such as cake decorating and scrapbooking. She now spends most of her time working for non-profit organizations such as Florida Doggie Paws, Inc. and the Komen Foundation offering her services free of charge.dkdk
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