Where could I learn to make an easy hanging holder for my potted plants?
Decorating Cardboard Boxes for Use in Church
I am looking for instructions for decorating a corrugated box (Arizona Tea), without the lid, with fabric. It will be used for ushers in church for ie., tissue, pens, envelopes, etc. that can be placed under the usher's seat.Thank you.
Making a Cookie Cutter Aroma Beads Air Freshener
How do I make a cookie cutter aroma beads air freshener?
Make Your Own Blackboard Paint
All you need to make your own blackboard paint without buying a whole can and having all that left over is two ingredients: acrylic paint and unsanded tile grout powder, which you can buy in a small sack.
Turning fabric tubes right side out can be very frustrating. I found a way that works great for me and is much safer than the turning tool I purchased, as it makes a hole in some fabrics.
Shop Thrift Stores For Craft Supplies
Save on craft supplies by shopping at thrift stores. If you like to craft or have just a single project to make, you can't go wrong by checking out some thrift stores before purchasing new supplies.
Store Earrings On Embroidery Hoops
A friend of mine had given me some craft items to use. She also gave me left over embroidery hoops. I use them as a display to house the earrings.
I recently decided I was sick of not having a simple pen and paper when I was out and about. So I went from a wallet to a planner. After a couple of days, I found that sticking it under my arm was not only annoying, but easy to lose.
Does anyone have a pattern for a water bottle cozy? My bottle "sweats" on my table. I have an idea, but would like to get other ideas.
Use Emery Particles for Pin Cushion
Sewers will love this creative idea. You can buy emery particles for about $6.00 a cup and make your own needle and pin cushion to keep your needles and pins sharp.
Pattern for Styrofoam Insulated Food Bag
I'm looking for a pattern and instructions for a bag that is filled with Styrofoam pellets like those used in bean bag chairs. The bag is used to keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold.
Adding Lavender to Rice Hot/Cold Packs
How much dried lavender do you put in a rice bag, hot/cold pack?
Reuse Metal Guitar Strings for Craft Wire
Hubby plays the guitar, and I found some of his discarded metal strings in the trash. I thought - Hmm! I could use the wire for my craft projects, especially the jewelry I am putting together, so I kept it for future use!
When using yarn from a skein, you mostly use it from the center of the skein. That is the "norm". When you are winding yarn into a ball, use any button and tie it to the end of the yarn that becomes the middle of the ball.
Coats and Crafts Shaggy Dog Pattern
I am looking for the pattern to make a shaggy dog. It is in Coats and Crafts #Art j17 Book 0713. It is titled Animal Bazaar Book. There is no wire is in this dog. I am desperate to find either the book itself or at least the directions to make the dog.
Finding a Family Circle 4th of July Decoration from the 1980s
I would like the instructions for a 4th of July decoration that was in Family Circle magazine prior to July 1984. It consisted of making a drum with poster board and Styrofoam then covering Styrofoam balls with fabric.
Making a Pet Bed from Wool Strips
I was blessed with tons of many styles and patterns of wool fabric strips. Most are 1 inch to 3 inch strips. I really would like to make several pet beds for pets in shelters or for their fundraisers.
Cereal Box Liners For Patterns
You can use cereal box liners for tracing patterns and cutting sewing patterns. When cereal box liners are empty, carefully pull them apart to flatten at the seams. If done slowly, they won't tear.
Magnet to Pick up Dropped Pins
I always keep a magnetic bar on hand to pick up pins, needles and other metal items. They are cheap and very easy to use. They take the hunt out of finding dropped pins or needles.
I like to get remnants from Walmart and cover little notebooks and notepads and keep them in my purse. I love fabric remnants, and I have this piece of fabric which has covered a simple notepad that I keep in my purse.
Inexpensive Stepping Stones in 10 Easy Steps
Stepping stones are an easy way to add functional creativity to your garden. Here's a simple and inexpensive way to make your own in just 10 easy steps.
After making an investment on a jersey or other fan apparel, is there an alternative to wearing it with its original intention? What about the jersey that is torn, worn, or too small? How can $150 stretch to its fullest life span?
I get these wonderful shoe bag hangers for cheap at thrift shops. When I wanted to organize all the bigger skeins of yarn in my craft room, I began to save 2 liter bottles.
Find Craft Supplies at Garage Sales
Garage sales are great. There is such an endless variety, and you never know what you will find. If you're into crafting the garage sale can be a goldmine.
