This page contains miscellaneous craft projects and tips.
How to Make a Candy BouquetA homemade candy bouquet makes a great gift for Valentine's Day or Mother's Day. These tutorials show you how to make beautiful candy bouquets.
Making Melted Bead SuncatchersThis is a page about melted bead suncatchers. A creative project you can especially enjoy when the sun shines, is a glass or plastic bead suncatcher.
Homemade Simmering Granules?This is a page about homemade simmering granules. You can make your own simmering granules using the scents that you favor.
Making a Shaggy Dog Out of YarnThis is a cute project you can make without knitting or crocheting with the right pattern and yarn. This is a page about making a shaggy dog out of yarn.
Making Your Own Lampe Berger...You can create your own unique fragrances for your lamps. This is a page about making your own Lampe Berger fragrances.
Making a Clutch PurseThis is a page about making a clutch purse. There is no one or right way to make a clutch purse. No matter where your crafting skills lie, you can use them to make a unique clutch purse.
Washcloth Craft IdeasThis is a page about washcloth craft ideas. Old or new washcloths can be the beginning of a fun craft project.
Making a Pom Pom Blanket LoomThis is a page about making a pom pom blanket loom. A pom pom blanket is much easier to make if you have a loom for it.
Making Homemade Polymer ClayThis is a page about making homemade polymer clay. You can make an inexpensive version of polymer clay from everyday household ingredients.
Homemade Glue DotsThis is a page about homemade glue dots. Rather than buy them you can make your own glue dots for your crafting needs.
Homemade Face Mask IdeasFace masks are very useful to prevent illnesses like the cold and flu. They are also helpful for breathing in toxic environments, such as smog from traffic or high pollen counts.
Making a Wire-Edged Ribbon BowFashioning your own accessories or package adornments can be fun with this stiffened ribbon. This is a page about making a wire-edged ribbon bow.
Donating Yarn?If you have an excessive amount of yarn, it would be great to donate it to a school, nursing home, or someone that needs it for a special project. This is a page about donating yarn.
Safety Pin and Bead Craft ProjectsThis is a page about safety pin and bead craft projects. Safety pins and small beads are the perfect supplies for making a variety of craft projects from lapel pins to decorative boxes.
Keeping Glue From Drying OutThis page is about keeping glue from drying out. It can be frustrating to find that your glue has dried since the last time you used it.
Making a Homemade Pot ScourerThis is a page about making a homemade pot scourer. Pot scrubbers can be made with new or recycled materials, but either way they are a quick, fun craft to make for yourself or as gifts.
Glittered Glass Coaster Made from Hot GlueI never thought about how fun it is to work with hot glue until I came upon so many ideas for creating useful crafts out of it.
Crafts Made With PlacematsThis is a page about crafts made with placemats. New or recycled placemats can be used in many craft projects.
Gluing Puzzles TogetherThis is a page about gluing puzzles together. Gluing a completed puzzle together allows you to frame your hard work and enjoy it for years to come.
Printable Homemade Bread Tags?I am looking for printable homemade bread gift tags to attach to the twist tie on my homemade bread I give to my family and friends.
Making Yarn Covered HangersThere are a number of varying techniques for making yarn covered hangers. This page offers some ideas. These make fun gifts, as well as, being quite useful to the maker.
Homemade Dry Erase BoardsThis page is about homemade dry erase boards. Money can be saved by making your own white board.
Making Corn Starch ClayThis is a page about making corn starch clay. This homemade, no bake clay dries to a nice smooth finish making it perfect for sculptures.
Craft Ideas for Thread SpoolsThis is a page about craft ideas for thread spools. There are many ways to use empty wooden or plastic thread spools for homemade projects.
Coat Hanger Yarn CatCoat hanger animal crafts have been around for many years. Many of us are familiar with the yarn dogs. Similar steps can be used to create a cute yarn cat. This is a page about making a coat hanger yarn cat.
Bible Cover that Holds Note Pad and Pens?I would like to make an easy Bible cover that I can carry my Bible plus a note pad and pens. Anyone that has ideas for an amateur? Thanks in advance.
Handmade Wifi Signal BoosterThis is a page about boosting your wifi signal. Sometimes your wifi router doesn't have enough signal to be useful through the home. Use this easy to make signal booster to expand the wifi signal area.
Making a Cover for an Outdoor GrillThis is a page about making a cover for an outdoor grill. Covering your outdoor grill will help keep it clean and may extend the life of the grill. You don't have to spend a lot to buy a cover, make one yourself.
Building an Outdoor PlayhouseThis is a page about building a playhouse. What kid wouldn't love to have a playhouse out in the yard? Building a playhouse doesn't have to be too complicated.
Crafts Using Wire HangersThis is a page about crafts using wire hangers. Try adding projects using wire coat hangers to your crafting pursuits.
Making a Felt BowFelt is an easy material to use in bow making. This is a page shows you how to make a felt bow.
Homemade Neck CoolersA neck cooler is a very easy sewing project that anyone can do. Make some homemade neck coolers so your family and friends, as well as yourself, can say cool on those hot summer days.
Decorating A Photo AlbumThis is a page about decorating a photo album. There are a variety of ways to embellish and personalize a photo album inside and out.
Making a Clothespin BagThis is a page about making a clothespin bag. If you dry your clothes on the line, a clothespin bag is an essential item. Have fun and make your own.
Homemade Jewelry OrganizerThis is a page about making a homemade jewelry organizer. If your jewelry is always tangled and jumbled, perhaps you need an organizer to wrangle those wayward chains and earrings.
Craft Ideas Using Tongue DepressorsThis is a page about craft ideas using tongue depressors. Wider than a Popsicle stick, tongue depressors are an excellent crafting item for use in many projects.
Making Chalk DrawingsThis is a page about making chalk drawings. Chalk is a popular medium for the sketch artist, whether you work on paper or the sidewalk.
Making RV Lamp Post from PVC Pipe?This is a page about making a RV lamp post from PVC pipe. You can use PVC pipe to make a portable lamp post to use in your yard or to carry with you in your RV to use when camping.
How to Make Foam RosesSheets of craft foam can be used to make pretty flowers for classroom or home decorations. This is a page about how to make foam roses.
Making an Eyeglass Case from a PotholderThis is a page about making an eyeglass case from a potholder. A quick and easy way to make a case for your eyeglasses begins with a potholder.
Removing Labels Without Damaging the Label?How do I remove a label from a plastic bottle, without damaging the label?
Buying Nylotex?I made covered wire hangers years ago using Denier nylon. It is no longer available in my city. I saw a pattern online using Nylotex. Any idea where I could find that? Any help would be appreciated.
What Kind of Glue to Use on a Puzzle?What kind of glue would you use on a puzzle after you have put it together?
Homemade MousepadsThis is a page about homemade mousepads. Make your own mousepad for yourself or as a gift, from inexpensive supplies or materials you have around your house.
Making a Cardboard Holder for ScissorsThis is a page about making a cardboard holder for scissors. Paper crafters in particular may have a large number and variety of scissors that they use in their craft. Finding a good way to store them and sewing scissors can be easy.
Pen and Pencil Holder IdeasThis is a page about pen and pencil holder ideas. Homemade pen or pencil holders are a good craft gift idea or a useful handmade addition to your home office.
How Can I Make Wax More Flexible for a Design Project?We are doing a project where we make textures that reference the human body. This one texture I'm doing looks pretty cool, but the problem is that since I'm doing it with candle wax it chips/break easily. Do you guys know of anything I can put on the wax that will make it more flexible and durable?
Tablet HolderThis project makes a handy addition to the kitchen if you are following a recipe from the internet while cooking or it can be used anytime you need to prop up the iPad while you are doing something.
Food Grade Sealant for Oyster Shells?Does anyone know what I can put on oyster shells to make them washable and give the ability to eat off of them?
Wind Spinner Patterns Using Canvas?I am looking for wind spinner patterns made from strips of plastic canvas, does anyone know where I can find them? I have looked at some on-line, but they are not quite what I want.
Money Sash For All OccasionAfter being able to do all the money surprises (money cake, money umbrella and money boquet), I thought that will be the last money project I can make. Then here comes my sister in-law asking me to make a money sash for her younger brother's wedding.
Puzzle Board or Puzzle Mat?Which is easier and cheaper to make: the puzzle board or the puzzle mat?
Turn Transparent Hot Glue into Colored Hot GlueIf you need some colored hot glue to craft, then you can make it yourself very easily and quickly. You will need transparent hot glue and a colored wax crayon.
Making a Swan from Netting and Coat Hanger?I am looking for instructions for a swan made of wire hangers and netting.
Hot Glue Phone Case Using Baking SleeveThere are many craft projects on how to make a phone case using hot glue and baking paper. I wanted to make such a cover, but I just ran out of baking paper at home. So I thought about what can replace the baking paper. And I came up with the idea of using a baking sleeve. It is even better suited for making a phone case, as the film follows the contours of the phone better than paper.
DIY Lamination AlternativeWe have been busy working with labels at our workplace. We wanted it to look neat so we decided to canvas for label lamination. Later, I found out that it costs too much and our office couldn't handle the expenses.
Paw Print Key Case Made of Plastic BottlesUsing plastic bottles in crafty DIY projects is a great way to save money and minimize environmental impact. I used a plastic water bottle and shampoo bottle to make this key case.
Fabric Butterfly HairpinThis stunning looking butterfly hair clip is made of painted chiffon fabric. This is an easy, fast, inexpensive and perfect for adding a touch of personality project. Great for gifts too!
Concrete ButterflyThis butterfly is made from simple cement. The cost of cement is not that high, so making this butterfly is not expensive and not difficult. You can glue it with instant glue to any hard surface.
Multicolor Adhesive Tape BookmarksI wanted to find a use for my expired dry eyeshadow. I used it to color the transparent adhesive tape. The result is original multicolor bookmarks. Shiny eyeshadow adds a delightful shine to the bookmarks.
How to Make Simple Vegetable Carving ToolsFruit and vegetable carving make food more eye-catching and more enticing. But don't spend money on carving tools. You can make simple carving tools yourself from a tin can and an old razor.
Pattern for Yorkie Craft?Anyone know of a pattern to make a Yorkie either with or without coat hanger and not knitting or crocheting, please? Thank you.
Airplant Wooden HolderDo you have any wood scraps laying around? Or do you plan on making a wood project - if so save those scraps they could be turned into an airplant wooden holder like this!
Hair Flat Iron for Wrinkled RibbonHere is a way to dewrinkle ribbon using a hair flat iron. Just pull the ribbon as you iron. I use my foot to hold the ribbon down. Use a water spray bottle if wrinkles are tough.
Felt Ear Bud PodYou know how those wires get tangled with each other and with other things and get lost in the bottom of your handbag. Make this handy earbud pouch and you will always have them to hand.
Making Your Shift Knob FitI recently bought a used Toyota Tacoma. I wanted to use this small skeleton head for the shifter, but it didn't fit. Hmm I will just have to make it fit because local stores do not sell the inserts of the shift knobs.
Easy To Make Hat RackI needed a hat rack, so used one of my brass candlesticks, some foam scraps, a very small round tablecloth, and some elastic string, and had a quick and easy to make hat rack in no time at all.
Making Shank Buttons Using ConcreteI want to share with you a method I have invented for making shank buttons out of concrete. This is a very easy and cheap method. As a result, you will get very original shank buttons.
Making Banana ArtBananas have thick skin which is perfect for decorating with pens or even by poking a pattern directly. It's a perfect way to bring a smile to someone's face when unpacking their school or work lunch.
Buttoned Headband for MasksThis headband is helpful when you have to wear a mask for extended periods of time and don't want the pressure on your ears. Your mask's straps loop around the buttons near your ears. I originally made this for my sister who is a makeup artist and has to be extra protective for herself and her clients at work. I used an old t-shirt's sleeve for this headband.
Mask Chain HolderMy daughter works at a school and because of covid19 needs to wear a mask. At times, during the day, she isn't required to wear a mask and wanted a convenient way to keep the mask handy. Here is what I designed.
Alternative Dye for ProjectsWhile looking on Pinterest, I find cool bath bomb recipes, body scrub recipes, etc. They all had something in common, they required some kind of dye. Either soap dye or food coloring. I didn't have any of that, and so I thought of what I could use instead. I came up with the idea of cutting open a marker and using the ink out of that!
Outdoor Doggie CommodeWe've trained our dog to go potty on a piece of fake grass. It was on the side of my patio area and didn't look too great. Our new doggie commode turned out really cute and looks more like a play area than a potty pad. And it is no longer an eyesore for our patio view!
Making an Ancestor NecklaceWear your family history around your neck or display the finished necklace in a shadowbox.
Mod Podge ClothespinsTry this great simple and easy craft to help you be more organized. These are for use with everyday items that we clip with a clothespin. By labeling each clothespin, it just makes everything look neater and when the clip isn't in use then we know we're out!
Ribbon "Hair" Braid HeadbandWith a little imagination you can make this is faux braided hair "in ribbon" headband (using Frozen inspired colors - blue, sky, sheer blue, purple.)
Home Shaped Money BankThis is a pretty complicated project. I have so much on my mind, like buying a car and building a tiny home. Saving is my one priority in reaching these goals. Then I came up with the idea of making a house shaped like a money bank which is divided into two compartments. One is for coins and the other side for the paper bills.
Craft Ideas Using WaxWhether using beeswax or leftover candle wax, there are many craft ideas that use wax for molding or decorating. Painting or dripping wax on surfaces is very popular as is making candles.
DIY Ear Saver and Mask ExtenderSave wear and tear on your ears by using this DIY mask extender. This can easily made with pieces of leftover felt and buttons.
Making a Paper Organizer for Loyalty CardsThis accordion fold paper store loyalty card organizer is easy and inexpensive to make. Let us show you how.
Peaceful Cat Grayscale Coloring PageIf you enjoy the traditional adult coloring page pastime you might just be ready to move up or over to grayscale coloring. Gel pens and fine tips markers are good choices for this art form to add color to the already shaded image. Begin your journey with this free grayscale cat.
Making a Hanging Memo HolderSelect a nice straight twig from your yard. Wrap it with yarn or ribbon. Add a ribbon hanger and you have a colorful memo holder. Decorated clothespins hold the notes or photos.
Inexpensive Felt Message BoardFor a quick, temporary felt message board, cover a cut piece of cardboard with felt. Hot glue in place and you are ready to keep organized.
Felt Carrot Garland and Paper Carrot SignThis project was designed to decorate for a co-worker who routinely brought a pet rabbit to work. The cute felt carrots can also be used in other projects. Let us show you how to make the carrots and the paper sign advising when the bunny had remained at home.
Making a Sun Goddess HeaddressThis sun goddess headdress is quite easy to make. You will need a headband, zip ties, and gold paint. It is perfect for Halloween or any occasion calling for a costume.
Crafts Using Perler BeadsPerler beads are a good choice for many crafts, especially kid crafts. These plastic beads can be heated with a dry iron to create a fused design. The sheets or shapes can then be assembled into other projects, such as the Christmas village included on this page.
Making a Homemade Stylus PenThis touch screen tool to help preserve your screen can be easily made for free from things you have on hand. Just use an old recycled pen as a base.
Making Decals Using a PlotterIt's easy to make personalized decals with a Cricut or other plotter. Newer models allow more flexibility to plot whatever design you want.
Making a Dried Banana Leaf CrownIf you have access to banana leaves, weave them together to make these festive crowns. Perfect for a luau or special birthday party.
Making Custom Push PinsCreate your own custom push pins. You will need thumbtacks, hot glue, and paint. Design shapes that delight you or make sorting and posting notes and reminders more clear at a glance.
Weaving Coconut Leaf PanelsYou don't need to live in the islands to enjoy the look of woven coconut leaf panels. Learn how to make them here and then use them to roof an outdoor space or find other uses for them in your garden area.
Making A Coconut Leaf BroomNatural fibers, such as broom corn, have long been used to make brooms. Despite the fact that many commercially manufactured brooms are now assembled using synthetic bristles, you can still make one at home. If you have a coconut palm in your yard, this project may be just the one for you. Give it a try using the tutorial provided.
Making a Daily Activity CalendarLife sometimes has a way of overwhelming us and making it difficult to get organized. The tutorial on this page offers a solution, by detailing how to make your own daily activity calendar.
Making a Felt Heart Hair ClipGather some red felt, a heart shaped template, hair clip, and some embroidery floss and a needle to make this felt heart hair clip. It is quite easy to do and fun to wear. Add embellishments as desired.
Making a Bamboo RainstickIf you have ever heard the beautiful sound made by a rainstick you will want to try this project. The detailed steps make this an easy craft to undertake. Once done relax to the sound of the rain falling.
Creating a Tie Dye Notebook CoverThis tutorial will show you how to make a fun tie dye notebook cover. The pattern is created on bond paper and then glued to a notebook or folder.
Make a Cute Fox from ShellsCreate this very cute bit of decor using mussel and scallop shells. The complete craft with photos, a supplies list, and instructions can be seen below.
Pom Pom Craft IdeasPom poms can be used in so many crafts for all seasons. This page gathers up a variety of pom pom craft ideas from spring chicks to Halloween bats, plus home decor projects including a rug.
Making a Plate Stand?When you have a special plate that deserves a stand, a bent wire clothes hanger might just serve the purpose. Old forks can also be repurposed to make a sturdy stand.
Keychain CraftsMaking keychains is a great craft project of adults and children alike. This page contains an assortment of keychain crafts.
Making an Exercise JarTo increase your daily activities, make an exercise jar from a recycled food jar. List simple exercises on Popsicle sticks and them place in the jar. These quick and fun activities help keep you on task.
Making Salt ClaySalt clay is inexpensive and easy to make. It is often used for kid crafts and Christmas ornaments. Mix salt, flour, and water, knead, and it is ready to shape and bake. Adding alum makes the dough harden when left out to dry.
Fabric Butterfly HairpinThis stunning looking butterfly hair clip is made of painted chiffon fabric. This is an easy, fast, inexpensive and perfect for adding a touch of personality project. Great for gifts too!
Inexpensive Felt Message BoardWith everything going on, it's been really busy in our household. I made this felt message board so my husband and I could remember some important tasks. This would be an inexpensive method of making a message board for your makeshift at home office too.
Turn Transparent Hot Glue into Colored Hot GlueIf you need some colored hot glue to craft, then you can make it yourself very easily and quickly. You will need transparent hot glue and a colored wax crayon.
Ribbon "Hair" Braid HeadbandIf your child is interested in Frozen - this is a fun project that could be used play/pretend/dress up and doubles as a learning lesson.
Buttoned Headband for MasksThis headband is helpful when you have to wear a mask for extended periods of time and don't want the pressure on your ears. Your mask's straps loop around the buttons near your ears. I originally made this for my sister who is a makeup artist and has to be extra protective for herself and her clients at work. I used an old t-shirt's sleeve for this headband.
Concrete ButterflyThis butterfly is made from simple cement. The cost of cement is not that high, so making this butterfly is not expensive and not difficult. You can glue it with instant glue to any hard surface.
Mason Jar Match DispenserHere is an attractive way to store matches using a jelly sized mason jar. Learn how to make it in this short video.
Button Bulletin Board PinsThese button pins are a great way to spiff up a bulletin board. Check out this video and learn how simple they are to make.
Shoe Box Locker Organizer (Video)My daughter found this video on youtube. It is about how to turn a shoebox lid into a locker organizer with duct tape, a glue gun, and some small wine cork.
Duct Tape Rose PenIf you are looking for a fun craft for the kids to do this summer, give these a try.
Spirit GlovesSpirit gloves are the perfect way to cheer on your favorite team! These fun gloves are simple to make, learn how in this short video.
How To Make King Size Pom Pom Blankets?I am trying to learn how to make the king size pom pom blankets and build the frame. Is there anyone that would show me how. I am currently not able to work and I think this would be something I could stay busy with
Donating Yarn?I have free yarn I need to give away! I have no more space for it! Moved from a house to apartment. I live in Philadelphia, Pa. Where can I take it?
Making Crystal Melts for Oil Burners?Can you send me a video or tell me how to make simmering crystal melts for oil burners?
Can You Make Car Window Decal from Vinyl Samples?I recently went to a going-out-of-business sale at a fabric and upholstery shop I got tons of faux leather / vinyl pieces with the cloth backing on the back. I would like to make DIY car window decals with them. I'm not usually very crafty LOL. Any ideas?
Making Sizzlers at Home?I am just wondering if anyone can help me. I'm looking into making my own sizzlers at home. Does anyone have any idea what I need to buy and how to do them? Google isn't helping me.
Drying Homemade Salt Sizzlers?Can anyone help me? I've made salt sizzlers, but am not sure how to dry them out. Do I leave them to dry in a container with the lid on or do I leave the lid off to air dry? Or is there another way of doing it?
