Tips on helping to select the right fabric for a quilting or sewing project. This article includes advice on reading the fabric label, checking the weave of the fabric, and where to find high quality fabrics.
Words: 398 Downloads: 0 Category: Crafts By: Wendy MorseThe trend for homemade crafting is more popular than ever, and people are seeking new and exciting ways to repurpose items around their homes. In addition, in these recession-hit times, people are looking for ways to save money in their daily lives. Putting these factors together, it makes sense that so many are saving money by making the best of items they already have, by transforming them into something new and unique. This article describes several ways to repurpose children´s clothes and encourages readers to experiment and develop their own ideas.
Words: 654 Downloads: 0 Category: Crafts By: Philippa WillittsCreating your own custom dolls doesn´t have to begin and end with simple repainting or hair changes on doll bodies you´ve bought. If you want to get your unique designs out into the world, you´ll need to work from scratch. To get started, sculpt a doll body in clay and cast it in resin, just like the pros.
Words: 609 Downloads: 0 Category: Crafts By: Melissa J. BellScratching up a piece of expensive silver wire can be frustrating for crafters and jewelry afficionados alike. A scratched wire will look unprofessional and unattractive in a finished piece. To restore your wire back to its former glory before getting on with your jewelry project, you´ll need to sand out the scratch.
Words: 240 Downloads: 0 Category: Crafts By: Melissa J. BellCasting your own jewelry pieces isn´t only for the professionals, but some steps can trip up an inexperienced caster. One of the most important parts of the process, cutting the mold open, may come as an afterthought. Keep your mold pieces lining up neatly with a few helpful cutting hints.
Words: 563 Downloads: 0 Category: Crafts By: Melissa J. BellIf you have kids at home, you know how expensive toys are. There are so many great toys and games you can make right at home with stuff that is in your home or requires a short trip to the craft store.
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