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How to Make a Chinese Firecracker Decoration
Chinese New Year is a holiday that has many customs and traditions associated with it. A main objective of the holiday is to cast out misfortune and bad spirits and usher in fortunes and blessings. During the celebration of this holiday, people light firecrackers to ward off evil spirits and misfort
How to Make Soft Plaster of Paris
Plaster of Paris is a brand name for a form of plaster mixture used for molds and casting. Softer plaster requires more liquid when mixing and less drying time. All plaster will eventually dry to a hard consistency. But if you need soft Plaster of Paris for carving and sculpting, the key is in the w
How to Make a Coonskin Cap
Nothing completes that pioneer look quite like the coonskin cap. A symbol of the American frontier, the coonskin cap has been worn throughout history, most notably by Daniel Boone and Davy Crockett, but also by presidents and statesmen, such as Abraham Lincoln and Benjamin Franklin, according to The
How to Sand Cast
Sand casting is the use of sand to make a mold for an object. An impression is made in sand, and the casting material is poured into the impression. The casting material is then allowed to set, after which the object is removed from the sand cast. Metals such as bronze and silver, and also plaster o
How to Make a Ribbon Rose
Forgo the store bought silk roses; make a ribbon rose. These simple ribbon roses require minimal supplies. The flowers can be used to create floral arrangements, boutonnieres, corsages, long-stemmed roses, decorations on hats, and more.
How to Identify a Sewing Machine Foot
Modern and old sewing machines vary by the different types of sewing features offered. Whether new or old, machines have sewing attachments in common such as the sewing machine foot, referred to as the presser foot. According to "The Dressmaker's Technique Bible: A Complete Guide to Fashion Sewing,
Pink Scrapbook Page Ideas
Pink comes in shades of fuchsia, salmon, magenta, cerise and rose. Pink feels flirty, innocent, healthy and girlie. Pink ribbons represent hope for breast cancer and pink blankets mean baby girls. Scrapbook layout ideas that include pink are as limitless as pink itself. Use pink for...
DIY Tabletop Jewelry Display Case
This jewelry display case can be used on a tabletop at home, or at a craft fair. The case is made of easy-to-find supplies and some basic tools. The case can be lined with any color or type of material; the burgundy velvet used here is a suggestion only. The case will take two days to make, and that
Crash of the Titans Instructions
"Crash of the Titans" is the 14th game in the "Crash Bandicoot" series created by Sierra Entertainment. "Crash of the Titans" is an action-adventure game in which the protagonist, Crash Bandicoot, must save his sister and his home from Doctor Neo Cortex.
How to Make a Mala Prayer Bracelet
A mala prayer bracelet consists of a string of beads used to increase concentration during chanting or prayer recital, and is a common prayer tool in Hindu and Buddhist cultures. As the wearer says each prayer or chant, she moves her fingers to the next bead to keep track of the number of prayers or
The Best Way to Dye Fabric
Dyeing fabric is a great way to recycle old clothing. Changing and brightening the color can give an old garment a completely new look. It is also a great way to save money, especially for families who are budget conscious, with growing children and clothing that needs to be passed down from one chi
How to Make a Faux Tree Headboard
A faux tree headboard will bring a natural element into the room. You can make a faux tree headboard from a sheet of furniture grade plywood as a do-it-yourself project. The outline of a tree silhouette can be cut out from the plywood to create the appearance of a tree headboard in a modern style. T
How to Make a Cowboy Hat Kid Craft
Dressing up makes for a great afternoon of fun with the kids. Making your own outfits can fill the whole week and teaches kids valuable skills at the same time. For many craft projects like this you can't beat papier-mache. Kids loving handling this gloppy substance and it's so versatile that you ca
How to Melt Old Crayons and Make New Swirled Crayons
Recycle all the old and broken crayons scattered around your house, and make new crayons that your kids are sure to enjoy. You can easily melt crayons in the microwave, swirl them together, and create new crayons. This is a fun project that the kids can help with too!
How to Cut a Design in Fabric Hair Bows
Cutting an intricate design is tricky, especially if you are working on a surface as narrow as ribbon. However, armed with the proper tools, you can make the project much more manageable. By using craft punches, which are most commonly used to cut out designs on thick paper for stationery or scrapbo
Pink Paper Crafts
Many occasions might require you to make pink-colored crafts. Construction paper and colored scrapbook paper aren't expensive, and you can use it to create decorations for Valentine's Day, a baby shower for a girl or other crafts. You can also incorporate recycled materials in these paper crafts.
Are Plastic Bags Bad for the Earth?
It turns out that the free plastic bags we get by the dozens from grocery stores really have a much greater cost to our environment than we thought. They litter countrysides, clutter landfills and harm wildlife.
How to Make a Free Calendar
If store-bought calendars are too plain and getting a custom one made online too expensive, keep track of your days and dates by making your own calendar for free. You'll be able to keep track of upcoming birthdays, doctor appointments and special occasions in style with a custom calendar made using
How to Make an Indian War Shirt
The Indian war shirt was a symbol of the incredible bravery displayed the person who wore it. Decorated with intricate beading and artwork, the shirt meant honor for an Indian warrior. Long hair adorned the shirts as a symbol of protection and fringe hung from the shirts. You can make an Indian war
How to Make a Skirt From a Bed Sheet
If you think designer fabric prices are too high, use a bed sheet for your next sewing project. Individual sheets can be purchased at retail outlets for under $10. If you buy a queen size sheet that gives you nearly 3 yards of 90-inch wide, mid-weight fabric. Save more by salvaging a used sheet from