Did You Know that the Sun Can Create Beautiful Fabric? - Look around your house and garage. Maybe even something as boring as a gasket can make a beautiful design in fabric. Sounds ridiculous, doesn't it? And maybe a gasket is a silly example, but how about the grill from a barbeque? Maybe some feathers, leaves, shafts of wheat, or even a design made with masking tape. Pretty much anything will do, although the results are better if the object is flat and will hold still for 10-15 minutes. So, for example, a live halibut, although flat, probably wouldn't be a good choice for this kind of art... >> read more

French Bead Flower Making - A Vintage Craft Is New Again - Bead flowers can be used in every way you use silk or fresh flowers. The only difference is that it will be many, many years before bead flowers deteriorate. Therefore, they make ideal inserts in bridal bouquets, bridal headdresses, hair barrettes, pins, napkin rings, corsages, "potted" plants, 3D pictures and wall hangings. A few notable people who owned and treasured examples of this fine art were Marie Antoinette, Madame Pompadour, Napoleon's Josephine, Princess Grace, Princess Caroline, Patricia Nixon and William Randolph Hearst ... >> read more

Wood Frames Can You Make Your Own - Wood frames allow for some of the most unique and virtually beautiful designs for holding your favorite photos. Although you may not realize it, photo frames are a great way for you to add decoration and character to your home. Sometimes, these photo frames can be expensive, though, especially when you are looking for something unique or something large. You can make your own, though... >> more

A Kite Mobile Made From a Coat Hanger - This is an excellent way to let your child participate in the decoration of his or her room while at the same time having fun working on a creative crafts project! All you will need for this project is probably already laying around your house. Find a wire coat hanger, some yarn, some colorful construction paper, glue, and decorating materials, such as paint, markers, crayons, stickers, glitter, etcetera... >> more Scrapbooking Children's Favorite Stories - If you've decided to scrapbook together with your kid, besides guiding them with little prompts on the journaling, you'll probably need some neat ideas to pull in those best memories. Here's various hot-selling "stories" that you and your child can scrapbook about.. >> more Hints and Tips On Scrapbooking Baby’s “Firsts” - It is true to say that a lot of people begin to get the scrappin’ bug after their child/children are born and usually their first attempt at scrapbooking is making a baby album. Having a child is one of the most important events in our lives and baby’s first year is a busy, lively, ever changing journey of discovery. It is full of important milestones… more >>

Making Colorful Soaps - There are many ways to add colorful designs to your homemade soaps. We will discuss using the cold process soap making method to make soaps with intriguing designs... >> more

Creating Your Own Jewelry - Do you have a better way to accessorize yourself than with a nice piece of jewelry? The problem is that sometimes costume jewelry can also be extremely expensive. Nevertheless, you have another alternative to buying them, you can make them. It is easy to learn how to create your own jewelry. And sometimes it is even better than buying them because you can make them to match your outfits and your personality. This way you are not only going to save money, you are also going to have fun... >> more

Pretty And Frugal Gift Wrap Ideas - Sometimes gift wrapping can be so expensive -- once you’ve bought the paper, tissue and the card you’ve spent just as much as you did on the gift. Here are some pretty and frugal gift wrap ideas to help you save more so you can spend more on your gifts and your loved ones... more >>

Easy Decorating Projects to Welcome Spring - No need to buy expensive new furniture or spend hours repainting to give your home a fresh spring look, try these small projects to perk up your home... more >>

Wheat Weaving: A Simple Family Craft Idea - Although the stores are trying to convince us it's time to start putting up our December holiday decor, I'm personally just not ready to start thinking about snowmen and red-nosed reindeer invading my home in November. If you're not ready to move onto December yet, either, here's a simple idea for a fun decoration to make with your kids. more>>

Create a Family Heirloom Cookbook - Give the gift of your family's story through recipes. more>>

Simple Autumn Craft Ideas - I love the changing seasons at this time of year, especially when the fall colors start to show, there's a nip in the air, and it's time to break out the sweaters from their summer storage boxes. If you're looking for some craft ideas to share with your kids, try one of the following. more>>

Friendship Albums - Looking for a homemade alternative to the ever expensive school year book? For under 10 dollars you can make your own friendship album. Give everything you want to remember in years to come some personality.

Spa From Scratch Basket - Are bath baskets beginning to bore you? Next time you’re about to settle on a $25 spa set, stop shopping and create your own instead.

Counted Cross Stitch: Mounting & Framing - Counted cross stitch can be a very fun and rewardable pastime. It's one of the few crafts I enjoy and that I feel confident about the finished results.

Keepsake Quilting - There's nothing quite like the feel of an old patchwork quilt that was lovingly crafted by hand and worn in gently by countless generations. Take the time to learn the ancient art of quilt making.

Handmade Paper - Not only is making homemade paper a fun experience for you and the kids, but it's a good way to recycle waste into wonderful posibilities such as envelopes, greeting cards, artwork and more.

1870 Milk Paint Formula - Before commercially prepared paint was available, paint was made at home based on formulas handed down from generation to generation. Antique craftsman, and developer of Real Milk Paint, Dwayne Siever shares the recipe with you.

Victorian Salt Clay - Victorian Salt Clay can be used to make many things including beads for necklaces. Complete instructions.

Easy Apple Centerpiece - A great, easy idea for making a table centerpiece. They give a warm, natural feeling to a home and are very attractive and easy to make.

Garden De' Arte - As fall approaches and the long fronds of the iris begin to yellow and wither, and the sunflower is hanging its weary head....collect the spent items and make a wonderful Garden De' Arte. Here's how..

Decoupage Designer Plate - Not only is making Decoupage Designer Plates a fun experience, but they make wonderful gifts for special people. Our do it yourself craft projects are as easy to make as they are to enjoy.

Preserving Your Treasured Family Recipes - Every family has favorite recipes that have been passed from generation to generation, put together a collection of your own family's recipes. Create your own cookbook!

Make Homemade Gift Baskets - Easy homemade gift baskets, make them an original theme basket. Full of goodies they really can use.

Easy Fabric-Covered Photo Album - Homemade Craft Project - These thoughtful, inexpensive keepsakes are easy to make and personalize for any friend or family member.

How You Can Bronze Baby Shoes - You can treasure the memory of your child's first steps forever by bronzing his first set of baby shoes. And you can do it yourself relatively inexpensively and easily... >> read more