In some Native American cultures a dream catcher is a handmade necklace based on a willow hoop, on which is woven a loose net or web. The dream catcher is then decorated with sacred items such as feathers and beads. To make your own one you’ll need 3-inch embroidery hoop, yarn, thread, scissors, feathers and...
Cork is a cool material for crafting, it’s durable, difficult to spoil and paint. There are so many crafts you can make of it! Coasters, mouse pads and bath mats are the easiest things to make – just take some cork, give it a shape and paint as you like. Even a backsplash for your...
We’ve already told you of outdoor furniture projects including beds, and here’s one more idea. To make this bed you’ll need pallets, 2 x 4 lumber, a drill, screws, a saw, measuring tape, rope, a mattress or cushion. Measure the size of the mattress or cushion you’re putting on the pallet and figure out how...
Chalkboard pieces are cool and very popular now, and many of us decide to make crafts using chalkboard paint. To make a chalkboard candle holder you’ll need 1 mason jar, 1 baby food jar, painter’s tape, a sharp knife, black chalkboard spray paint, chalk, baker’s twine or other rustic twine, candles. Place a strip of...
Your image isn’t ready without a cool hair style, and some hairstyles require a cool accessory. We’ve gathered a bunch of ideas of making various accessories for any taste and event. Depending on the hair style, choose a wrap, a pin, a barrette, a comb, clips or bows. Bows of different materials like fabric, beads...
If you’ve got many coins and no purse to store them, it’s high time to make one! The supplies are Coin Purse Frame, Free Coin Purse Tutorial Pattern, basic sewing supplies, embroidery floss and needle, fabric & sewing machine. Using the Free Coin Purse Tutorial Pattern, cut out four pieces of fabric of your choice....
Summer is hard time for your skin and using sunscreens isn’t sufficient, you need to use some lotions and balms to moisture the skin. Your hands and feet require special attention because of more often impact of sunlight and water. We offer you to look at these tutorials and make some easy creams for hands...
Rope is a very interesting craft material: it can give a traditional, rustic or even a nautical touch. To make a rope wrapped vase you’ll need a vase, rope, hot glue, twill, gold nails. To make the vase start by gluing the twill to the bottom of the vase. Then wrap the rope around the...
Your old bra can be given a new life – at least a part of it. Today we’ll make a bracelet of a bra strap. The supplies are a bra, some scissors, a needle and thread, buttons and beads. Cut the strap off where it meets the band, and above the part of the strap...
Concrete is a fantastic material because it’s simple, durable and looks minimalist, plus you can give it any shape or color you like. Concrete furniture is not only a piece of industrial chic for inside but also a perfect variant for outside thanks to its durability and stability. Not only concrete planters are great but...