Paper turns yellow as it ages. Even when you store your documents in folders locked away away from light and dust, they can still yellow over time, most often around the edges. Books are also prone to yellowing along the exposed edges.
As a beginner knitter, the idea of knitting something in the round can be intimidating. With all the options available for this type of knitting it may seem overwhelming to even know where to start. However, just because you want to knit a hat doesn't mean you have to knit it in the round.
Pressing flowers in a book allows you to dry them out to keep as a special memento. However, if you really want to make an impression with a special flower, press it into clay instead. Use flower impressions on clay to create a beautiful and lasting craft that stands the test of time.
When wood is new, it looks fresh and crisp. However, if you want to build something that looks like it has years of distress and service, that new look can be a handicap rather than a strength.
Halloween masks in a store are mass produced, meaning millions of people could be wearing the same one you are. If you would prefer to be more unique, you can make a mask out of paper mache. This mask will be a custom creation, not found anywhere else in the world.
There's no need to purchase clay or modeling dough for your kids to play with. You can make your own air-hardening clay out of common household items. This homemade, kid-friendly clay is nontoxic and easy to work with. The recipe is simple enough that the kids can even help make the clay before playing with it.
Bakeable clay gives you the opportunity to harden your clay projects into keepsakes or decorations that will last indefinitely. Pottery artists use kilns to fire clay at high temperatures and achieve a strong finished product.
Metal mesh patio furniture pieces are more durable than plastic or wood furniture and can even last through multiple generations. However, one drawback they have is the paint can peel and chip over time, which allows moisture penetration and the development of rust.
Felt ball rugs add a quirky, whimsical touch to any room, and their soft, cushy texture makes them a treat to walk or sit on. You’ll find these rugs in home décor stores, but they’re often quite expensive. However, if you have basic sewing skills, you can cut costs by making your own version.
Replacing a leaky sink drain requires removing the existing sink drain flange. The drain flange is the part of the drain you see from the top of the sink. When attempting to remove the old one, you often find that the entire flange turns with the nut.