Free and Easy Homemade Crafts

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Recycle and repurpose everyday household items such as food and drinks containers, or boxes, to create unusual and individual homemade craft items. Both adults and kids enjoy the creative activity of making things, and crafting is even more satisfying when your materials were previously used for oth

How to Crochet a Bib

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If you can crochet, you've got an instant skill to transform your next baby shower gift from ordinary to one-of-a-kind. Crochet a baby bib using cotton yarn so it will be both adorable and absorbent. Your gift will be easy for mom to wash and baby will stand out as the star of the show wherever she

How to Make Your Own Wooden Bookends

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Dig through your pile of wood scraps or visit a local salvage warehouse for the inexpensive ingredients to make shabby chic, finial wooden bookends. These bookends are perfect for holding a few cookbooks on your kitchen counter, or a trilogy by your favorite author on your nightstand. They are simpl

How to Recognize Carbide

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Carbide is a compound that is formed from carbon and another metal, typically tungsten, although there are many types of carbides, all with slightly different properties. Carbide is noted for its strength and durability and is often used in parts for tools. Because it is designed for durability, car

Children's Crafts: Shoe Box Wagon Tissue Paper

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How to Finish off a Knotted Pearl Necklace

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There are several different techniques you can use to finish off a bracelet or necklace. Professional designers sometimes hesitate to simply knot a clasp onto the end of a beaded string because this is something that any amateur can do. Still, a designer may finish a simple knotted necklace by using

How to Seam a Knitted Baby Sweater

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Baby sweaters are often knitted in pieces that have to be sewn together before the sweater is wearable. Just as when sewing clothing, seams that frequently need to be sewn are those beneath the sleeves, up the sides and across the shoulders. Mattress stitch is the hand-sewing technique most commonly

How to Knit in the Round Double-Pointed Needles

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Knitting in the round affords you a way to knit seamless circular tubular projects. Many utilize circular needles, but for those smaller projects, including socks and gloves, double-pointed needles are necessary. Do not shy away from trying this ancient technique, as it is much easier than it looks.

How to Make a Bead Tie

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Crafting jewelry and other accessories out of beads is a common project for young girls and creative adults. One of the most common complaints from those who work with beads is that it is often hard to keep the ends of the handmade item from coming loose, which causes the beads to spill off of the s

Is Rit Dye Toxic?

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Dyeing with Rit dye can be one way to salvage an otherwise stained garment or to obtain fabrics or yarns of the colors you desire. Care must be taken when using Rit dye; it is a chemical and is toxic when ingested, breathed or absorbed through the skin.

How to Make Fishing Net Crafts for Kids

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All you have to do is present kids with some new and interesting materials to use, and the creativity begins to soar. One versatile craft material is fishing net. Fishing net makes an attractive backdrop for a mural---for either one child to decorate his or her room or for a group of kids to hang in

Woodwork DIY - Woodworking 4 Home Full Review

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Woodworking 4 Home is a product created by John Metz who has a strong and convincing background as an experienced, professional woodworker. This review will look at what this product has to offer. Firstly, Woodworking ...

What Supplies Does a Beginning Scrapbooker Need?

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Scrapbooking can be an ideal hobby for someone who loves to look back on family memories. However, it can easily be an expensive, time-consuming and messy hobby. Stick to a few basic supplies to tame the clutter, reduce expenses, stay organized and finish with a scrapbook album that brings you pride

Combination and Continental Knitting Styles

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Knitting is a relatively new textile craft, and according to Knitty, a popular knitting magazine, the verb "to knit" only appeared in the English dictionary in the 1400s. Knitting styles can ultimately be divided into "Continental" and "English" varieties, with "Combination" being a fashion of knitt

Knitting a Diagonal Square

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Diagonal squares are among the most versatile pieces in knitting. These can be used for afghans, vests, placemats, booties, sweaters and socks. Choosing which way to knit a diagonal square need not be intimidating or difficult. Three of the most popular ways to do so are mitered squares, increased a

How to Make a Wallet With Tyvek

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If you're a person who hates to waste anything, you are going to love learning how to make a wallet from a used Tyvek envelope. Tyvek is such super-duty paper it's almost impossible to tear. Yet as a wallet, the Tyvek is lightweight and adds no bulk to your pocket.

Make A Statement By Adding Stylish Custom Wood Blinds - Blinds Wood

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When it comes to material, I have always been partial to wood blinds. No other blind comes close in terms of decorative ability. Most non-wood blinds are designed to emulate wood blinds. Wood blinds come ...

How to Make a Wire Hanger Slingshot

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A slingshot can be easily fashioned from an ordinary wire hanger. In fact 2 slingshots can be made from one hanger. This slingshot is surprisingly powerful and accurrate. It can be used to bag small game in a survival situation and takes up little room in a backpack or pocket.

Pine Cone Crafts

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Pine cone crafts are not only an earth-friendly way to recycle materials; they are a budget-friendly way to express creativity. Home décor or kid's craft, pine cones are versatile enough to use for several projects and themes. For the best results, shake the pine cones well to remove bugs tha

How to Make Soy Candles From Scratch

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Soy wax candles burn cleaner than paraffin wax. You can make your own soy wax candles at home instead of purchasing them from the store. Making your own homemade soy wax candles from scratch will save you money. Once you decide on the color and scent of your candle, you can begin making your own hom