Today’s craft project is a fun one if you’re in the midst of some cold, dreary winter weather and are looking forward to SPRING! One of my New Years Resolutions was to read more, and I have already been making quite a dent in my Goodreads 2023 Reading Challenge. And while I have to admit I do most o
A super quick and easy way to make a potholder with scrap fabric you have lying around. These potholders are the perfect housewarming gift!
My cousin’s awesome Totoro plushie totally inspired me to make my own, though I went with something much smaller and easier. And I’m not the only one. Another crafty cousin made his own…
I love a little decor DIY project and had been wanting to make one of these quote wall hanging banners for quite a while now. I'd seen them in magazines and shops and they really
Clever & Fun Crafts For Kids
Knitting with different colors, whether stripes, stranded knitting or intarsia, is a lot of fun and a great way to bring personality to your knitting projects. But it can be difficult to make your col
The first powered, controlled airplane to fly used a biplane wing arrangement, as did many aircrafts in the early years of aviation. This first aircraft was called the “Wright Flyer,” and it was built by the Wright Brothers. Today, this very airplane is exhibited in the National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C. But you don’t have to travel hundreds of miles to see a biplane; build your own!
FREE Kids Closet Dividers - just download, print and add to your closets to keep them organized!
Do you and your kids love to sit and observe insects outside during the summer? We have some plants that attract bees by the hundreds and we love to sit out
Do you feel like your desk is lacking something? Try this easy best yarn dog tutorial given to us by NataliDoma DIY. It is guaranteed to lift your mood in times when work becomes frustrating. Or maybe you can also use them as conversation starters when you have guest in your work cubicle. Whichever way
When the schools closed a few weeks ago and we suddenly went into lockdown with the cornavirus, my thoughts went into overdrive as to what I could do to make a small difference in people’s lives at such as challenging and scary time. I threw myself into lots of illustrating to not only cope with my
POST UPDATE: I’ve made this sweater again for Baby Jack for Christmas! For this new version I used Patons Canadiana…
Learn how to make a v-neck t-shirt with this easy sewing tutorial and free pattern in women's size large. V-neck t-shirt pattern.
How to Make a DIY Botanical Paper Banner with free printable botanical designs. Great for DIY Home decor, Weddings, Bridal Showers and more.
A few weeks ago when I posted about my bracelet endeavor for Craft Hope I asked if any of you wanted a tutorial on the new button bracelet ...
This post may contain affiliate links, view my disclosure policy for details. Today I’m writing a review on another designer’s pattern, find out why below….. I picked up my hook & yarn ready to play around with stitches for my next design. A jumper pattern was on my mind, but hold on! Other than a… Continue reading Simple Crochet Sweater ~ A Review by Crafty Cruella
Making DIY fabric bowls is far more unique than typical paper mache crafts (and really fun too). Creating soft looking for very sturdy bowls.
We love Easy Origami for Kids, everything from Origami Bookmarks to Paper Whales… but today we have some seriously ADORABLE Origami Birds to make with the kids. I confess, that I am not a “big” Origami person, but seeing how cute these are, I really want to have a go at making some of these ... Read More about Origami Birds
After being laid off from my job, I used to have lots of time to do crafty things. This crocheted edge tea towel is one of those things and I thought I'd s…
Welcome to my first ever Tutorial Tuesday!! Yaaaaaay! I used to have Turkey Tuesday... but now that we
Recently I decided to try something I've wanted to do for years: rug braiding! I have some beautiful lush wool fabric and some "vintage" tools of my moms so I gave it a whirl. The book from my mom, Beautiful Braiding, copyright 1960, a set of Braid-Aid folders and a Braidkin (flat needle/bodkin) got me started!
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This is a super easy, inexpensive and quick craft project that can be adapted to a variety of fabric projects. I found it in a great source called the Crafter's Project Book by Mary Ann Hall & Sandra Salamony. This book is a wonderful resource for projects that range from simple to involved. It is divided into four categories: Paper, Fabric, Ceramic/Glass and Metal/Wire/Wood. The authors offer tips and variations on many of the projects and the instructions are clear and concise, although no extra photos or illustrations are included beyond the final project. You will need: a spray bottle that produces a fine mist but doesn't drip, chlorine bleach, a large bucket filled with a mixture of cold water and white distilled vinegar (I used about 2 cups of vinegar), dark colored fabric or a garment (made from natural fibers such as cotton, linen or rayon), lace, rubber or latex gloves, glasses or safety goggles, and some type of protective drop cloth or newspaper. 1. If your fabric or garment is new, wash and dry it to remove sizing and preshrink it. 2. Work outdoors (but not on a windy day) and put down a drop cloth or newspaper. Carefully lay out your fabric or garment, smoothing it flat. If you have a shirt or tee, protect the back by inserting cardboard or foil into the center so the bleach doesn't reach the bottom layer of the garment. See picture below. 3. Carefully lay down your lace. Try to select lace that has some weight to it and a bold or distinctive pattern. I purchased a very small amount (2/3 of a yard) and cut it in half. Then I carefully placed the pieces side by side to get the width I needed. You can reuse the lace many times, just make sure you wash out the bleach so it doesn't destroy the fibers. Alternatively you could use other items for a stencil, such as a fern frond or leaf, a doily or lace tablecloth. 4. Put on your gloves and glasses to protect yourself. Using your spray bottle lightly mist bleach over the lace and fabric. If you want the bleach to work more slowly, dilute the bleach with water rather than using it full strength. 5. Carefully lift off the lace and place it in the solution of vinegar and water to neutralize the action of the bleach. Now watch the fabric; when the lace pattern has emerged enough to suit you, place the fabric in the bucket of vinegar and water solution and gently swish it around. After a minute or so wash out your fabric or garment and lace with soap either by hand or in a washing machine. For shirts with sleeves- repeat the whole process on the back of the shirt after you have washed and dried the garment. Don't forget to protect the front of the garment from the bleach. Keep in mind that not all colors bleach the same. Black can become brown, or gray or a purple pink. If you have extra fabric you can do a test swatch to see how it will turn out. Remember the darker the color of the fabric the more dramatic your results will be. On this piece you can see my spray bottle started dripping and left splotches on the fabric. The dark denim bleached to a worn looking lighter blue color and because of the texture of the fabric the lace pattern was less crisp then the smoother fabrics. Have fun experimenting!
Pan Fried Haddock Mediterranean Style with white wine, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives and tangy capers is very easy but very flavorful dish that can be ready in 20 minutes.
A collection of free farmhouse fonts that you can download and use in Cricut design space. In just a few simple steps you can use these fonts for free.
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The phrase "cute as a bug" finally makes sense! Learn how Zoe and her mom made this amazing praying mantis costume.
This straw flower painting for kids is perfect for spring, summer, and Mother's Day. Kids will learn a new fun painting technique!
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Material: 30% Wool Blend+70% Rayon, High Quality Acrylic Craft Felt Size:12x8 inches / 30cmx20cm, Thick: approx 1.4 mm / 0.055 inch Color: Assorted colors, 28 different colors. Package includes 28 pieces of felt sheets; Enough for DIY crafts Innovative, non-woven fabric, easy to cut, fold, glue, sew and staple - even to paint and draw on Perfect for cutting into shapes, making costumes, decorations, bulletin board backdrops ; easy to iron and safe for sewing ; item good for many craft projects and sewing diy craft.
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