Using Everyday Household Items for CraftsThis is a page about using everyday household items for crafts. Before going to the craft store check around your home, you will be surprised how many things you already have that can be used for craft projects.
Craft Uses for Leftover Printer Ink?This is a page about craft uses for leftover printer ink. In our efforts to reuse and recycle, some crafters look for ways to reuse printer ink in their projects.
Uses for Leftover YarnThis is a page about uses for leftover yarn. If you crochet or knit, you probably have a stash of leftover yarn.
Drying Children's PaintingsThis is a page about drying children's paintings. After the kids have finished all of those great paintings you will need a convenient way to let them dry.
Craft Ideas Using GlovesThis page contains craft ideas using gloves. A fun and creative way to use or reuse gloves is for craft projects.
Saving Money on Craft SuppliesThis page is about saving money on craft supplies. There are many ways to reduce the cost of craft projects.
Keeping Jewelry Making Tools from Rusting?The metal tools used for making jewels are rusting badly due to my hands' transpiration. How do I prevent rust on these tools to keep them efficient and clean? Thanks for the answers.
Homemade Craft ToolsThis is a page about homemade craft tools. Tools used for craft projects can be expensive to buy. Try making some of them yourself, even repurposing things you already have.
Good 4-H Project Ideas?What is a good project for 4-H, maybe something to do with creative recycling?
Making Foam StampsThis is a page about making foam stamps. Buying foam stamps at a craft store can get expensive.
Cutting 45 Degree Angles for Frames?This page is about cutting 45 degree angles for frames. Using the right tools to make cuts accurately will help insure success with your frame project.
Using a Hot Glue GunThis is a page about using a hot glue gun. An essential tool for many crafting projects is the glue gun.
Cleaning a Hot Glue GunThis is a page about cleaning a glue gun. It is very frustrating to have your glue gun become clogged right in the middle of a project.
Finding the Center of a CircleThis page is about finding the center of a circle. When you need to find the middle of a round project, it helps to know a little geometry.
Tip for Opening a Fray Check BottleI do a lot of appliques with Wonder Under. This necessitates use of Fray Check which comes in a small bottle very similar to a Krazy Glue bottle. Like most people I use a straight pin to make the hole at the end of the tiny applicator/bottle top.
Creating a Seawaves on an Umbrella?I am covering an umbrella with blue material for the sea. How do I create the look of waves? It is a pirate theme.
Adding a Folder Pocket to a Binder?I have a beautiful three ring binder and I would like to add a pocket to the front inside cover. My concern is what to make it from and how to hold on the binder. Any ideas for something sturdy and long lasting? Thanks.
Saving Money On Crafts This is a page about saving money on crafts. Crafting does not have to be an expensive hobby, if you get creative when getting your supplies.
Making Fake FoodThis page is about making fake food. There are situations when intimation food is just what's needed.
Saving Money on ButtonsThis is a page about saving money on buttons. Buttons are needed not only for clothing crafts but also for other projects.
Crafts Using SandThis is a page about crafts using sand. Sand is sometimes used in crafting.
Storing Craft Projects While In ProcessThis is a page about storing craft projects while in process. If you are like many crafters, your projects are worked on in your spare time.
Extra Bed for SleepoversMy kids are always having sleepovers and we needed extra beds for them. I took an old double comforter and filled it with old pillows and clothes. Then I sewed it up with a darning needle and wool.
Working With GlitterThis is a page about working with glitter. Working with glitter generally ends up with glitter everywhere.
Keeping Yarn From TanglingThis is a page about keeping yarn from tangling. Yarn can easily get tangled when in use or even when being stored.
Repairing Decorative Outdoor Ceramics?I would like to know what to use to repair some ceramic items for putting outside. They have some damage and I would like to repair and repaint them.
Adding Scent to Old PotpourriThis is a page about adding scent to old potpourri. Revive your old potpourri by adding a new scent.
Making a Rideable Train for Parades?How can I make a rideable train for parades using 55 gallon plastic barrels?
Shopping for Vinyl Screening for Making Purses?I have seen totes and purses made of vinyl screen, in very bright colors like hot pink and lime green, but I can't find it anywhere to make my own. Can you help?
Bendable Ribbon Crafts?I am looking for some simple craft ideas for colorful Bedford bendable ribbon. I bought it at a garage sale so have no patterns or ideas.
Removing Iron on Adhesive on Velvet?I accidentally got some iron on hemming adhesive on the front side of a wall hanging I am making for a gift for Christmas, a week from today! The material is velvet. Can someone please suggest something to try other than maybe the dry cleaners? Please help, if you can.
Keeping Glitter from Coming Off Baskets?I just bought a few wire Christmas baskets from Micheal's. They have glitter on them and it's getting all over everything. I thought about spraying them with a coat of hairspray to keep the glitter on the basket. Does anyone have any other suggestions? Thanks!
Simple Craft Ideas for Senior Citizens?I am looking for easy crafts for seniors who have very limited fine motor skills. Any ideas offered will be greatly appreciated! Thanks.
Creating Mementos from Funeral Flowers, Ribbons, and Baskets?My 15 year old niece was tragically killed in a car accident on August 3rd. With her age in mind, I am trying to think of creative things to do with dried flowers, pressed flowers, ribbons, and baskets leftover from the funeral.
Best Glue for Diamante Crystals?Please recommend a glue for sticking flat back diamantes.
Recommendations for Books on Homemade Gifts for the Nonseamtress?Does anyone have any favorite books with instructions and ideas for homemade gifts? I looked at the selection in my local library, but they are full of sewing projects, and I am a wretched seamstress. I'd love to hear about people's favorite titles for making homemade gifts!
Decorating Luggage?I'm looking for a way to personalize plain black luggage and maybe make it prettier and more feminine in the process. Something other than a ribbon tied to the handle.
Applying Spray Glitter to Acrylic Craft Beads?I have a large amount of round, faceted, acrylic craft beads that I would like to use for Christmas crafts. If I rough up the surface on them would spray glitter stick to them? Any advice?
Making a Cat Out of Yarn?Does anyone have a pattern for a yarn cat from the 80s? The yarn is wrapped around cardboard pieces and then cut and put together.
How Can I Cut Repeating "V" Shapes in Paper and Plastic?I'm looking for a tool or method to cut a "V" shape cut in paper or plastic. I need a method or tool that will cut the same shape and size "V" each time.
Making Bamboo Wind Chimes?We made bamboo windchimes, but they don't make a noise even in a strong wind. What do we need to do to correct the situation? Close them up together or sand them or what? No chimes are happening.
Toilet Roll Fire Crackers?How do you make Fire Crackers out of a toilet roll?
Soldering Rhinestone Chain?I want to learn how to solder rhinestone chain into letters to form names, logos, etc. I have the chain, but need to know about the type of solder, tools needed, and mold making. If I use plated chain, will it need to be replated when I am finished? If so, how do I go about this?
Crafts Using Nylotex?Do you have any patterns to make rugs or coat hangers from Nylotex? Or what else can you use it for?
Pattern for PVC Pipe People?I'm looking for patterns to make PVC people. Can you help? Also I've only got the good use of one hand.
Crab Pot Made from Popsicle Sticks?Does anyone have instructions on how to make a lobster pot or trap out of popsicle sticks?
Adding Clear Sachet Pellets from Walmart to Heat Therapy Rice Bags?Has anyone used the fragrance sachet from Walmart, that are clear pellets, for adding scent in the pillows you can put in the microwave for pain? I am afraid they might catch fire, but I am hoping someone has used them.
Removing Tear Mender from Fabric?How do you get a product called Tear Mender off parts of your material you don't want it on?
Preparing Styrofoam for Painting?Can you use Elmer's school glue to cover Styrofoam before you paint it?
Mardi Gras Craft Ideas?I need craft ideas for Mardi Gras and St Patrick's Day.
Wool Content Necessary for Felting Yarn?How much wool has to be in yarn to be able to felt?Thanks in advance.
How Do I Glue Tissue Paper Neatly?Does anyone know how to glue tissue paper to paper ie., a card, without making it looking bad/all gluey?
Uses for Styrofoam Balls?I have a semi trailer full of new Styrofoam balls measuring 2-3 inches in diameter. Any ideas on what to do with them? Thanks so much.
Crafts Using Wool Fabric 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.
Ideas for Wreath Decorations?Are there any web sites that show pictures of different wreath decoration ideas? Thank you.
Threading Punch Needle?Can you thread a punch needle without a threader?
Hanging Lights and Tulle from the Ceiling?When draping lights and tulle from the ceiling do you need to pin the lights to the fabric?
Can I Safely Put Tulle Inside Lighted Glass Blocks?I have been making the lighted and decorated glass boxes for about a year. I am interested in filling the inside with some type of tulle or other material. My question is, will this cause a problem with the lights starting a fire?
Crocheting A Purse Using Pop Top Tabs?I would like a pattern for an easy purse made out of pop tops and crochet.
Craft Ideas for Men?Does anyone know of any craft ideas for men?
Making Wooden Angels?I have these 2 inch wooden bodies. They have a head and body, with no arms or legs. I lost the name of the website that shows how to make angels from them. Please help.
Finding Copies of Workbasket Magazine?Does anyone know where I can get copies of "Workbasket Magazine"? I use to read them all the time.
How Do I Make Synthetic Water?I would like to know how to make homemade synthetic water?
Coat Hanger and Yarn Project Ideas?I am looking for various projects to do with wire hangers and yarn, like the dog. I am trying to gather ideas to do with the seniors in my building. All help greatly appreciated!
Decorating a Pocket Calendar?How can I decorate or personalize a pocket calender?
Turning Artwork Into Wrapping Paper?Is there a way to turn my niece's artwork into wrapping paper?
Pattern for Christmas Mouse Renuzit Air Freshener Cover?I made a Christmas mouse several years ago for the Renuzit Fresheners. I cannot find a pattern to make more since I no longer have the one I had. Does anyone know where I can find a pattern?
Sealing a Painted Styrofoam Head?After a Styrofoam head is painted, what can you seal it with? Thanks.
Making Trim for a Dollhouse?Can anyone give me ideas on how to make my own interior wall trim and baseboards for my 1 in. scale dollhouse?
Mixing Instructions for Premo Polymer Clay Colors?Does anyone know how to mix Premo polymer clay to get the Christmas red, that is now discontinued? I'm also looking for the mix formula for the navy and the sap green.
Making a Fence and Cactus Decoration from Cardboard?I need to make a fence out of cardboard to use as a decoration for VBS at church. Any ideas? Templates? Same for a cactus, too.
Creating Artwork on Wood Panels?I've been taking painting classes for a while and really enjoy it, but I'd like to experiment with different methods and materials. I'd like to try painting on wood panels. I generally use oil paints with walnut or linseed oil for glazes.
How Can I Join or Start a Craft Group?I am trying to find crafters living close to Santa Monica, CA or the West area of Los Angeles. I would like to relate to people in this area and get together to create different projects. How do I locate craft groups or start my own?
What Kinds of Glue Do I Use for Bling Crafts?Does anybody know what two glues you would mix to do this? I was in a store and they bling out jewelry and high heel shoes. I asked what kind of glue they used and they explained they mixed 2 kinds of glue.
"Alpha Pockets" Wall Hanging Pattern?I've lost the pages to a plastic canvas booklet called "Alpha Pockets" by The Needlecraft Shop. It is item #913804 and was designed by Joan Green. I need pages 5-8.
Making Decorative Columns for a Stage?I need to make decorative 3' and 4' columns for a stage. Any suggestions?
Pattern for Wooden Pompom Frame?I am looking for the wood and nail frame pattern to make pompom pillows. This craft was done in the 1970s. I hope someone has the pattern for the frame and is willing to share it. Thank you for any help you can give.
Kitchen Towel Topper Instructions?I am looking for instructions for kitchen towel toppers.
Swiss Straw Flower Pattern?I'm looking for a pattern to make Swiss straw flowers, but not with a loom. They are combed with a metal comb, and fluffed over a steam kettle. It is a pattern probably from the 70's.
Altering Writing on a Glass Ornament?I recently purchased a Hallmark Bride and Groom ornament made of glass. I would like to change the year on the front from 2007 to 2010. It is written in gold on the bottom. Any ideas for me?
Craft Ideas for Hospital Activities Department?I volunteer once a week at a local hospital in the activities department. After 3 years I'm running out of ideas. I need suggestions. On the average, 12 - 15 residents come in to participate so I must have enough material/supplies for at least 30 of the same projects.
Hospital Fundraiser Craft Ideas?I need suggestions for unique or different craft items to sell at a fundraiser for our small local hospital that is in financial trouble.
St. Patrick's Day Crafts?I am looking for some crafts for St. Patty's Day.
Clay Garden Project Ideas?I'm a newbie at clay pottery. I am looking for garden projects to make with clay.
Preserving Pinecones?About 20 years ago my father-in-law climbed trees in California (he was 85 then) to get me some of the largest pine cones I had ever seen. I didn't ask and was willing to gather a few from the ground.
Pink and Animal Print Themed Crafts?I am looking for craft ideas that I could do for my 11 year old's room? It's decorated in pink and black animal print. I wanted some at home crafts to do for her. She's really picky!
Potholder Towel Toppers?I'm looking for the pattern for a hanging kitchen towel where the handle is a folded potholder. I saved it on my computer and now I can't find it. It's not really a pattern, just directions, but really nice. Thanks a lot for your help.
Directions for Locker Hooking?I'd like to learn locker hooking.
Softening Acrylic Yarn?I have some yarn that is super stiff. It was given to me and rolled into a ball. It is Bernat acrylic and I am wondering how do I soften it up to work with it? I cannot work with it in its current state. I need help. Thanks.
Cheap Project Ideas?I live in a small town and there is nothing to do. I have plenty of hobbies but scrapbooking and other craft kits are expensive. What are some cheap projects that I can do?
Removing Thorns from Pinecones?Is there an easy way to remove the thorns from pine cones so children will not hurt themselves while making crafts?
Making a Lollipop Tree?I am trying to find instructions for make the "tree" used in a lollipop tree (where you pick a sucker with the colored end and win a prize). It will be used everyday for 2 weeks so it needs to be durable, sturdy and small enough to sit on a table.
Crafty Uses for Game Pieces?I have a few games that have missing game pieces or we just don't play anymore. I would like to take the game pieces and make something out of them, but I am not sure what I can make out of them. Does anyone have any ideas?
Craft Ideas Using Marbles?My kids have moved out of the house and have left many items behind. One of the things I seem to have too much of is marbles. I have no idea what I could use them for, any ideas would be great.
Making Sock Long Johns?How can I make sock long johns using only one pair of socks?
Making a Baby Cradle from Towels?I am looking for instructions for making a baby cradle out of towels.
