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How to Critique Art Quilts
Quilting is a traditional sewing method where layers of fabric and padding are combined to create a decorative blanket or throw. Art quilts are quilts designed with a specific aesthetic goal in mind. An art quilt might depict an image in a fashion similar to a painting or a photograph. An art quilt
How to Make Sheep Sock Puppets
Puppets are fun to play with and fun to make. One easy puppet to make is one made from a sock. Sock puppets can be made into many different animals, including dogs, pigs and even sheep. There are different ways you can make a sock puppet for yourself or your children. All you need is some socks, fel
Ideas for a Wooden Hand Painted American Flag With Handprints for Stars
The American flag is inspiring to look at in many ways, mostly because it was creatively made. Displaying it on a wooden surface requires preparation with a variety of tools and safety equipment. Other considerations before painting are the type of wood and the exposure to natural elements the desig
How to Make a Textured Paper
The word paper comes from the word "papyrus," which is the plant that ancient Egyptians used to make the first paper. Our more modern version of paper evolved from a material invented by Ts'ai Lun in A.D. 105 by mixing hemp, mulberry bark and rags with water. In our awareness of the need t
How to Make Your Own Inexpensive Sign
People need signs for many different reasons, from marketing businesses to decorating homes. Make your own inexpensive sign at home with a few common materials and simple techniques. Personalize your sign with different fonts and colors for a sign that is exactly what you require.
Canvas Fabric Crafts
A home-sewn apron is a great use for patterned canvas fabric.70071 image by Mykola Velychko from Fotolia.comCanvas is a tightly woven, heavy fabric with innumerable applications in craft projects. It is an ideal choice when you need fabric that is hard-wearing and strong. Canvas is also a...
How to Make a Baby Bunting
Baby buntings are snuggly one-piece hooded baby outfits with two armholes and a sack-like bottom for the legs. Baby buntings keep babies warm during cold weather. Buntings are not difficult to make and can be decorated with ribbons and colorful fabrics. The fabric used for buntings should be soft an
Sewing Classes & Free Tips
When you learn to sew, you open up a whole world of possibilities. Create clothing for yourself and your family and make beautiful and thoughtful gifts. Sew curtains, drapes and slipcovers to give your rooms a new look; or make quilts to use or display. You'll find a huge variety of available fabric
Directions on Making a Bowl Using Craft Sticks
If you have a box of craft sticks and some glue, you can make an artistic bowl. This craft is a lot of fun to do with school-age kids. You will build the bowl from the top downward, but you will not turn the bowl right-side-up until the last step.
How to Make a Newspaper Checkbook Holder
You can make your own checkbook cover out of recycled newspaper. It will look cute and unusual and be useful at the same time. You just need a few household items and a newspaper. You may want to consider selecting a newspaper picture or headlines that you wish to have displayed on the outside of yo
How to Bid on Quilting Sewing Machines
With numerous models and manufacturers to choose from, knowing what you want and how to bid on a quilting sewing machine can get complicated. From long arm machines that take up an entire room to computerized automated versions, quilting has become a popular cottage, or home-based, business. If the
Owl Craft for Toddlers
Toddler crafts are a fun way to further establish understanding after learning a new concept or reading an owl-themed story, such as “Owl Babies” by Martin Weddell. Choose a simple crafting technique and let your toddler express his creativity on a rainy afternoon or entertain a classroo
How to Make Your Own Treasure Hunt Map
A treasure hunt using a homemade map is a great activity for a child's birthday party or for a special occasion. Even adults enjoy treasure hunts for situations such as marriage proposals, surprise parties and dinner parties. By varying the difficulty of the clues, you can make the hunt clearer or m
How to Make Hand Rolled Paper Bead Baskets
Crafters can use rolled paper beads to turn old magazines and glossy junk mail into beautiful homemade art. Weave a delicate basket using paper beads and fine craft wire. If you don't have the patience to create enough paper beads, the design works well with any other type of long, narrow bead, so r
Kids Craft Gift Ideas
Painted flower pots work well as craft gifts.planting and potting image by Ray Kasprzak from Fotolia.comKids often enjoy making decorative crafts. Use craft gift ideas to teach children how to create useful, inexpensive presents for their friends and loved ones. Choose craft ideas for the...
How to Make a Ragged Edge With Photoshop
Photoshop allows users to create, edit and alter images to suit a variety of purposes. One creative possibility is making the edges of an image appear ragged or torn. This effect can give an image a worn look. Illustrators can use the effect for stories depicting hidden treasure maps or ancient docu
How to Make Liquid Sidewalk Chalk
Making liquid sidewalk chalk is a craft suitable for children of all ages. Liquid sidewalk chalk is similar to traditional chalk in artistic appearance, but it is applied differently, with paintbrushes or sponges. Liquid sidewalk chalk will remain in fluid form until used and can be stored in jars,
Easy-to-Make Western Crafts for Kids
Whether you're throwing a Western-themed party or you're teaching about the Wild West, get kids to saddle up by engaging them in easy-to-make Western crafts. These crafts will not only serve as a source of entertainment, but will also spark children's curiosity and increase their desire to learn abo