Black panthers are thought to be the most intelligent species of large cat. Their appearance is much like other large cats and smaller domesticated species, making a panther an easy costume choice for the feline enthusiast.
Every clown needs a silly face to complete his costume. He paints on a big smile, eyebrows and uses a big red nose. Grease makeup achieves this look but can be costly at times. Using a few home ingredients to create your own colors of grease paint will save you time and money.
Nothing illuminates the room like the soft glow sunlight streaming through a stained glass window. Although making true stained glass cannot be an afternoon project, you can create the look of stained glass with a few household items. Turn any picture you color translucent with a coating of baby oil.
Drape the shower honoree with a "pageant-style" sash. Create a wide dramatic sash with glitter for sparkle and shine. Use precut stick-on letters for perfect penmanship every time. Match the color of the sash and the lettering to the party decorations or use white for a bride or pink and blue for an expectant mother.
Painting doors in your home can accent a room that needs a little updating. When painting any surface that is prefinished, the job becomes a little more challenging. This is because you must deal with the existing finish before applying paint.
Bending a human figure out of wire is a quick way to make toys or create a sculpture armature. Preschoolers may enjoy playing with a pipe cleaner twisted into the shape of a tiny person. Sculptors can use thicker wire to create a structural "skeleton" for a clay human figure.
If you have ever experienced ribbon fray, you know how frustrating it can be. Like ribbon, webbing can also fray. Webbing is designed with several woven fibers usually made from man-made materials including nylon, polyester and polypropylene.
With so many ideas already out there, creating personalized jewelry can be quite the task. Instead of picking your brain for an entirely new design, try using fingerprints in your next piece. This makes an amazing gift idea for Mother's Day or birthdays and it's extremely budget friendly.
Homemade air-dry clay is an economical option, if you don't want to spend money on crafts supplies. It's also useful if you don't have a firing kiln, which is a must for organic clay projects. Make air-drying clay using a few inexpensive ingredients from your kitchen.
Making a dog mannequin is a creative way to express your passion for pets. Using cotton stuffing and vinyl covering provides for a soft and smooth dog mannequin. The trick to ensuring a successful model is to employ a stitch pattern that is both tough and durable.