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Photos of wine bottle lamps with decorations.

Making a Wine Bottle LampThis is a page about making a wine bottle lamp. Wine bottles inspire many crafting ideas.

 

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Looking for Simple Baby Quilt Pattern?Can someone please give me directions to make a simple baby quilt? I am also looking for toys made from cloth. I need a special gift for my soon to come niece. Thanks and god bless.

 

Elastic

Repairing the Elastic on Fitted SheetsRepeated use and laundering can breakdown the elastic in your fitted sheets. This is a page about repairing the elastic on fitted sheets.

 

White yarn dog.

Pattern for Yarn Dog That Doesn't Use a Wire Hanger?Trying to find the old pattern for making a wireless yarn dog can be daunting. This page contains a few leads you can try. This is a page about the pattern for a yarn dog that doesn't use a wire hanger.

 

Quilted Photo Album Cover

Making a Quilted Photo Album CoverThis is a page about making a quilted photo album cover. Dress up a plain photo album with a pretty quilted fabric cover.

 

Pearl Water Falls Centerpiece - add artificial plants and flowers

Making a Pearl and Shell Waterfall CenterpieceUsing rocks, pebbles and sand, along with pearls, artificial plants and transparent tape you can create a fun waterfall scene for inside your home. This is a page about making a pearl and shell waterfall centerpiece.

 

Two baby cradle church purses with Kewpie dolls inside.

Crocheted Baby Cradle PurseUse a recycled bleach bottle and your crochet skills to make this adorable project. What little girl wouldn't love to carry a purse that opens up into a baby doll cradle?

 

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Can you add fragrance oils to used candle wax?Can you add fragrance oils to used candle wax? I am looking for something or some way to get my home to smell like a candle shop around the clock.

 

Oven mitts and apron.

Making a Tea Towel ApronThis is a page about making a tea towel apron. Inexpensive tea towels can be sewn up into a useful apron.

 

A person welding.

Welding Cap Patterns?Welding caps were originally designed to help keep sparks from burning exposed skin when welding, but they are worn by non-welders as well. Making your own welding caps allows you to create ones that match your personality and it also can save you money. This page has advice about finding welding cap patterns.

 

Polyester Fabric Squares

Making a Rug from Polyester Fabric Squares?This is a page about making a rug from polyester fabric squares. Small squares of polyester material can be sewn together and used to make a unique throw rug.

 

Homespun Fabric Covered Bowl

Making a Fabric Covered BowlThis is a page about making a fabric covered bowl. Strips of fabric in your favorite colors and designs take a plain bowl and help you create a decorative piece of home decor.

 

view of finished candle out of the mold

Making Coffee Bean CandlesThis is a page about making coffee bean candles. Adding whole coffee beans while making a candle will allow you to enjoy the aroma of coffee every time you burn it.

 

Christmastime Homemade Christmas CardChristmas cards are a perfect homemade craft that doubles as a gift. This is a page about Christmastime homemade Christmas card.

 

Making a Fabric Dinner Roll Holder

Making a Fabric Dinner Roll HolderThis is a page about making a fabric dinner roll holder. A fabric dinner roll holder will help complete your holiday or special dinner table.

 

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How to Make Bookmarks from Greeting CardsGreeting cards are a good craft supply to keep on hand; there are so many uses they can be put to. One easy and fun project is to make bookmarks from them. They make great all around gifts and remembrance gifts.

 

beads

Making Tri-Bead KeychainsPlastic tri-beads come in a huge variety of colors and are fun to use in craft projects. This is a page about making tri-bead keychains.

 

A pile of silver soda can tabs.

Preparing Soda Can Tabs for Crafts?There are many craft uses for soda can tabs. This is a page about preparing soda can tabs for crafts.

 

young girl wearing crochet hooded scarf

Making a Crocheted Hooded ScarfThis is a page about making a crocheted hooded scarf. Make this warm and cozy hooded scarf for all of your friends and family.

 

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Making Crackle Glass for Crafts?I have an old costume jewelry Christmas tree, framed on velvet. I would like to know how to crackle the glass or break up glass bottles for the tree. Any suggestions?

 

Dollhouse Furniture With Everyday Objects

Dollhouse Furniture With Everyday ObjectsThis is a page about dollhouse furniture with everyday objects. There are a wide variety of small things that can be repurposed for thrifty doll furniture.

 

Dried Roses

Preserving Dried RosesThis is a page about preserving dried roses. Once you have dried your roses, you will want to store them in such a way as to preserve them either for future use in crafts or as mementos.

 

CD Spinner Top - finished top with colorful paper top

Crafts Using CDsThis is a page about crafts using CDs. Making crafts with recycled CDs is fun and cheap for adults and children alike.

 

A holder for a hand of cards from a recycled CD

Making a Card Holder from CDsThis is a page about making a card holder from CDs. A great way to reuse CDs that you do not need is to make a playing card holder.

 

old silverware

Crafts Using Old SilverwareThis is a page about crafts using old silverware. In addition to the silverware wind chime, there are endless crafting possibilities for using old silverware.

 

Paper Globe

Making Paper GlobesThis is a page about making paper globes. Folded paper circles are used to make these decorative paper crafts.

 

sharpie tie dyed tshirt

Making a Sharpie Tie Dyed T-ShirtThis is a page about making a Sharpie tie dyed T-shirt. This project is an easier way to create a tie dyed looking t-shirt, that even the kids can help with.

 

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Making a "Basket of Sunshine"Everyone can use a "Basket of Sunshine" now and again to brighten their day. This is a page about making a "Basket of Sunshine".

 

Reed diffuser and violets.

Homemade Reed DiffusersThis is a page about homemade reed diffusers. These decorative air fresheners are fun and easy to make using your favorite essential oil and reeds.

 

Four old sweatshirts hanging on a wall

Making a Quilt From Old SweatshirtsThis is a page about making a quilt from old sweatshirts. A fun project that can be a reminder of many memories is a bed covering made of recycled sweatshirts.

 

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A bread machine with a loaf of bread.

Making a Bread Machine Cover?A nice colorful cover for your bread machine will not only keep it clean, but can also cheer up your kitchen. Store it right on your counter or a shelf for easy use anytime.

 

Sants from a Tootsie Pop

Tootsie Pop Craft IdeasThis is a page about Tootsie Pop craft ideas. Tootsie Pops can be used to create many cute seasonal decorations and gifts.

 

Christmas bows made from magazines.

Making Bows From MagazinesThis is a page about making bows from magazines. The covers and pages of magazines can be recycled into colorful gift bows.

 

Ripped Rag Curtain - hanging in window

How to Make Ripped Rag CurtainsAdd some color to your windows while allowing some light to still come in by making ripped rag curtains. Tear up old clothing, sheets, what have you, into strips and tie them around an expandable rod and you are done.

 

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Removing a Promotional Logo from a Shopping Bag?I have a large shopping tote bag which has a printed promotional logo at the front. How can I remove it so that I will be able to decorate the bag with an iron-on transfer?

 

three boys wearing doo rags

Du (Doo) Rag Pattern?This is a page about du rag pattern. These fun cloth head covers or skull caps are worn by men and women, and often tied from handkerchiefs.

 

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Homemade Glass ShelvesI just recently discover a great way to make a "homemade" bookshelf, by stacking glass or plexi-glass on glass blocks. Glass blocks come in a great many styles and colors.

 

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Making Large Raffia Angels?Does anyone remember the paper raffia angels that were large enough to decorate with? Some were large enough that they stood at least 3 feet tall and were made of unrolled raffia. If you know where to find the instructions with pictures of the end product I would be grateful.

 

Making a Washer Lariat Necklace

Making a Washer Lariat NecklaceThis is a page about making a washer lariat necklace. Following a quick trip to the hardware store or a rummage through the tool box for a washer, you are ready to create this unique necklace.

 

Look and Find Bottle

Making a Look and Find BottleThis is a page about making a look and find bottle. Keep your children entertained for hours with a look and find bottle.

 

Plastic Milk Jug

Crafts Using Milk JugsPlastic milk jugs make a good starting place for many creative craft projects. This is a page about crafts using milk jugs.

 

colorful abstract painting made using a hair dryer

Making a Hair Dryer PaintingThis is a page about making a hair dryer painting. Blow paint in interesting patterns with a basic hair dryer.

 

Crafts Using Newspapers FB montage

Crafts Using NewspaperThere are a variety of ways to repurpose newsprint. Newspaper can an inexpensive way to get creative with your fingernails, make paper flowers, bags, and even seedling pots.

 

Strip Quilting Ideas

Strip Quilting IdeasThis page contains strip quilting ideas. Strip quilting is a method you can try to quickly make a beautiful quilt.

 

A rag rug made using a toothbrush.

Making a Toothbrush Rag RugThis is a page about making a toothbrush rag rug. Using an old toothbrush and leftover fabric, make this rag rug just like your grandmother might have used.

 

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Three crocheted doilies.

Starch Recipe for Crocheted Items?Certain crochet projects, such as doilies or ornaments, need to be starched to stiffen them upon completion. This is a page about starch recipe for crocheted items.

 

A unique purse made from old men's neckties.

Making a Purse from NecktiesThis is a page about making a purse from men's neckties. Neckties are made from beautiful and interesting fabrics and are often available for little to no money.

 

Making Folded Circle Paper Flowers

How to Make Folded Circle Paper FlowersPaper flowers can be made in a variety of ways. This project is made by folding circles in half. Here is how to make folded circle paper flowers that for perfect for decorations or to give as gifts.

 

Origami Garbage Bin

Making an Origami Garbage BinUsing the art of Japanese paper folding, you can make an attractive refuse container from recycled paper. This is a page about making an origami garbage bin.

 

Recycled Candle Wax Air Freshener - Air fresheners hanging from shower curtain rings.

Recycled Candle Wax Air FreshenerMake a pretty air freshener using leftover scented candle wax. It can be cut into fun shapes using a cookie cutter. This is a page about recycled candle wax air freshener.

 

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Giving a Sweatshirt a Makeover?I was given a very nice sweatshirt recently that was very large and roomy (which I like) but I need to do some makeover on it before I can wear it. I have cut off several inches of the sleeves and also cut off the elastic waist band at the bottom as I like my sweatshirts hanging straight down. Now what? Any creative people out there who can give me some ideas? I would certainly appreciate it. I have a sewing machine so that is no prob. Thanks you.

 

Diagram of how to make a clothes pin rocking chair.

Making a Clothes Pin ChairThis is a page about making a clothes pin chair. Clothes pins can be used to make cute doll furniture.

 

Pattern for a Vintage 1950s Glass Windchime?I would like to have a pattern for the small glass windchimes that came from Japan in the 1945-1960s. I remember them costing 25 cents to $1.25. Here is a picture of one my daughter bought for me. I want just one tier. Anyone know where to find one? Or the pattern?

 

soft sculpture Cupid doll

Making Soft Sculpture DollsThis is a page about making soft sculpture dolls. These timeless, cuddly children's dolls can be made using recycled panty hose or new fabric from the craft store.

 

A terra cotta lighthouse.

Making a Terra Cotta LighthouseAn inexpensive craft project made with clay pots is a lighthouse for a garden decoration. This is a page about making a terra cotta lighthouse.

 

Recycled Barnyard Animals - toilet paper tube pig, cow, and dog

20+ Clever Crafts Using Toilet Paper TubesThis page contains crafts using toilet paper tubes. Empty tissue paper tubes can be useful in many, fun craft projects.

 

Treehouse Sign

Craft Tips for Making Wood SignsThis is a page about craft tips for making wood signs. Crafting with wood is a popular hobby. The newcomer to this craft, as well as the more experienced crafter, is always on the lookout for new tips to enhance their projects.

 

Washing Machine

Using RIT Dye in a Washing MachineOne method of dyeing clothing is in the washer. This is a page about using RIT dye in a washing machine.

 

Canning Jar Utensil Holder

Making a Canning Jar Utensil HolderThis is a page about making a canning jar utensil holder. Canning jars can be used to help organize areas of your house.

 

Happy Birthday Printable Banner - all letters cut out

Happy Birthday Printable BannerUsing a word processor you can print out triangle shapes with the letters on them that you will need to make a birthday banner. Print, cut them out, attach to construction paper, and string them together for a homemade decoration.

 

Baby in pink sweater in a car seat "reading" a fabric book

Quiet Book Patterns?This is a page about quiet book patterns. Keep your baby or toddler engaged with a fun fabric activity book.

 

glue bottle

Gluing Paper to Plastic?This is a page about gluing paper to plastic. Whether it's for a craft project or you just need to cover something up, sometimes you need to attach paper to a piece of plastic. Some glues will work better than others to get the task completed.

 

Making a Simple Crochet Headband

Making a Simple Crochet HeadbandThis is a page about making a simple crochet headband. This cute headband is very quick and easy to make; so make several in lots of colors.

 

Decorative Outdoor Solar Sconces - lights on as twlight begins

Decorative Outdoor Solar SconcesAdd inexpensive solar path lights to wall candleholders to make decorative outdoor solar sconces. Learn how on this page.

 

Crochet Craft Project Ideas, Close up of Woman Crocheting

Crochet Craft Project IdeasCrochet crafters are always looking for new projects. This is a page containing crochet craft project ideas.

 

A lock attached to two pairs of nice scissors.

Protecting Your Sewing ScissorsThis is a page about protecting your sewing scissors. Sewing scissors can be dulled by misuse, such as cutting paper, wire, or children's glue covered projects.

 

Denim pocket attached to a notebook.

Jean Pocket CraftsThis is a page about jean pocket crafts. Almost all the parts of a pair of jeans can be used in recycled crafts.

 

Crocheted Baby Blanket

Crocheted Baby Blanket Patterns and IdeasThis is a page about crocheted baby blanket patterns and ideas. There are so many beautiful patterns for crocheted baby blankets. They are fun to make for your baby or as a gift.

 

Origami Envelope

Making an Origami EnvelopeThis is a page about making an origami envelope. Using any kind of paper you can fold an attractive envelope for small gifts, notes and gift cards.

 

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What Does "sm" Mean in Knitting Instructions?In knitting what does the abbreviation "sm" mean?

 

Heart Shaped Pot Mitt, Heart shaped pot or oven mitts.

Heart Shaped Pot MittA decorative and useful craft for Valentine's Day is a heart shaped pot mitt. You can make one yourself with a few materials and a bit of time. This is a page about making a heart shaped pot mitt.

 

Crochet "Go Back" Bowl - finished crochet bowl with another bowl inside holding a small pair of scissors and glue stick

Making a Crochet "Go Back" BowlThis fun little crochet project makes the perfect bowl for collecting up those small craft items and other things that we need to put away. You can add a ceramic or plastic bowl inside the crochet work or not. Learn how to make a crochet "go back" bowl below.

 

brightly colored comforter and matching pillow

Altering a Comforter?This is a page about altering a comforter. You have found the perfect comforter; well it is almost perfect.

 

A stained glass window using cut wine bottle bottoms.

Using Wine Bottles In Stained GlassThis is a page about use wine bottles in stained glass. A bottle cutter can help you reuse glass containers to create beautiful projects.

 

A gift basket with a theme of "Dinner and a Movie".

Dinner and a Movie Gift BasketMake this gift basket for a couple in need of a date night. This page is about making a dinner and a movie gift basket.

 

Pink Plastic Foam Curlers

Craft Uses for Plastic Foam Curlers?It is sometimes amazing the creative ideas that crafters come up with when working with recycled or repurposed items. Even old foam hair rollers may find a new life. This is a page about craft uses for plastic foam curlers.

 

Woman wearing a handmade apron.

Making an ApronThis is a page about making an apron. Making an apron for yourself or as a gift is a fun project, whether you use a pattern or use your own unique design.

 

Swirl pattern tie dye shirt.

Setting the Dye When Making Tie-dye Clothing?When making tie-dyed clothing an important step before you finish the project is to set the dye. This is a page about setting the dye when making tie-dye clothing.

 

A decorated wicker Easter basket.

Decorating Wicker BasketsThis is a page about decorating wicker baskets. Go as elaborate or as simple as you like to transform a plain wicker basket into a personalized bit of decor.

 

A colorful cross stitched circle.

Washing a Stamped Cross Stitch Project?Once the cross stitch project is complete, you will want to remove the stamped pattern from the fabric. Woolite or a similar product used in cold water is a good way to do this. This page contains helpful information about washing a stamped cross stitch project.

 

Finished heart.

Recycled Candy Box Heart Shaped Wall HangingA heart shaped candy box, some knit scarf and fleece remnants, and a variety of buttons are all it takes to make this lovely wall hanging. This is a page about making a Recycled Candy Box Heart Shaped Wall Hanging.

 

Necktie keepsake quilt.

Making a Quilt With NecktiesThis is a page about making a quilt with neckties. Making a necktie quilt is a great way to reuse old ties. Using neckties from someone special will make the quilt a cherished keepsake.

 

A colorful handmade quilt on a bed.

Tying a Quilt Without a Frame?Even if you don't have a quilting frame it is easy to tie your quilt. One method is to lay the layers on the floor and pin or baste them together and then tie. This is a page about tying a quilt without a frame.

 

Other Uses for Tomato Cages

Other Uses for Tomato CagesThis is a page about other uses for tomato cages. From other gardening uses to holiday decorations, there are many things you can do with unused tomato cages.

 

How to Turn a Sweatshirt Into a Jacket - Finished jacket.

How to Turn a Sweatshirt Into a JacketUse an old sweatshirt to repurpose into a jacket. Here is a great design for how to turn a sweatshirt into a jacket.

 

Bent Silverware Bracelet

Bending Silverware for Crafts?Silverware can be used for all sorts of creative craft ideas. This is a page about bending silverware for crafts.

 

Barbie doll with clothes pin furniture.

Making Doll Furniture from Clothes PinsClothes pins can be used to make really cute doll furniture. If you don't have some to recycle they can be purchased at many hobby and craft stores. This is a page about making doll furniture from clothes pins.

 

pattern books for making Cabbage Patch Kids and clothing

Finding a Cabbage Patch Doll PatternOriginally created in 1978 and called Little People, these dolls are still popular today. You can make the soft sculpture version of this doll at home. This is a page about Finding a Cabbage Patch doll pattern.

 

Storing Sewing Needles

Storing Sewing NeedlesThis page is about storing sewing machine needles. Having your needles readily available makes all sewing machine projects easier.

 

Baby Carrier Cover

Handmade Baby Carrier CoverThis is a page about handmade baby carrier cover. If you sew, you can save money or create a unique baby carrier cover by making your own.

 

Making a Journal with a Jeans Pocket - pocket with dryer sheet flower sewn to front piece of fabric

Making a Jeans Pocket JournalCreate a fun journal from fabric covered heavy cardboard or chipboard panels. Add a jeans pocket to hold pens and pencils. We can show you how in the project that follows.

 

Tissue Paper Flower Bow - gift with bows and tag

Making Tissue Paper Flower BowsIf you are looking for an alternative to the traditional ribbon gift bow, consider making tissue paper flower bows. Learn how on this page.

 

Quilting Tips and Tricks, Nine patch quilt block and tools.

Quilting Tips and TricksThis is a page about quilting tips and tricks. There are a lot of tips for methods of cutting and piecing that can improve your accuracy and speed up your project. Find out ways to get inexpensive fabric or free patterns.

 

Wire-Edged Ribbon Bow

Decorative Bow IdeasThis is a page about making decorative bows. Handmade bows can be used in many craft projects, such as wreaths or as decoration on clothing.

 

Crocheted Bathroom Rug

Crocheted Bathroom RugCrochet squares from strips of torn fabrics, in your choice of colors, to make this attractive bathroom rug. It is a great way to use discounted yardage that may not be appealing in its whole state. Learn how to make a crocheted bathroom rug to match your decor.

 

White doily with purple edges against an orange background.  Doily does not appear to be starched

Starching DoiliesThis is a page about starching doilies. In past years doilies were often starched to best display some of their lovely ruffled edges or to create bowl shapes.

 

Handmade Collage Card - Finished Card

Handmade Rustic Flowers and Vases Collage CardHave fun creating a lovely, unique card using the collage art form. This is a page about handmade rustic flowers and vases collage card.

 

Felt Heart Bookmark - bookmark on corner of book pages

Making a Felt Heart BookmarkFelt page corner bookmarks are fun and easy to make for your own use or to give as gifts. This is a page about making a felt heart bookmark.

 

Wallpaper book with blue wallpaper.

Uses for Wallpaper BooksWallpaper sample books have many beautiful and sturdy samples that can be used in crafts. This is a page about uses for wallpaper books.

 

A plastic red container of ground coffee.

Finding Plastic Folger's Coffee Cans?Plastic contains can be used in many craft projects. This is a page about finding plastic Folger's coffee cans.

 

Revamping a  Chandelier

Revamping ChandeliersThis is a page about revamping chandeliers. Whether refurbishing your present chandelier or changing another, it can be fun to improve your lighting.

 

Rubber Cement

Gluing Foam RubberGluing foam rubber can be a challenge but with the right adhesive, it is possible. This is a page about gluing foam rubber.

 

sewing machine

Pattern for Fitted Queen Sheets?Making your own bed sheets allows you to choose your fabric and perhaps get a better fit. This is a page about pattern for fitted queen sheets.

 

Romantic Wreath - wreath hanging on closet knob

How to Make a Romantic WreathDisplaying a lovely romantic wreath at Valentine's time is easy especially if you make your own. This page shows you how to make one version inexpensively. This is a page about how to make a romantic wreath.

 

A kitchen towel with blue yarn crocheted on the top.

Crocheted Towel TopperThis handy craft project allows you to hang your kitchen towel on a bar, kitchen cabinet knob, or oven door. You also could use it to hang a hand towel in a bathroom. This page features several patterns for making a crocheted towel topper.

 

Crochet Edge Around a Fleece Blanket

Adding a Crochet Edge to a Fleece BlanketThis is a page about adding a crochet edge to a fleece blanket. If you crochet, you can dress up the edge of a simple to make fleece blanket.

 

A recycled market bag made from plastic grocery bags.

Making Market Bags from Plastic BagsReusable market bags made with plarn are cute and sturdy. This pageis about making market bags from plastic bags.

 

Dollar Bill Rose

Making a Dollar Bill RoseGiving money as a gift is even more fun if you know how to fold money into interesting shapes. This is a page about making a dollar bill rose.

 

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