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How to Make a Ruched Headband Out of Ribbon
Any lovely ribbon can be gathered onto elastic as a headband. Very slippery satin ribbon may tend to slide back off your head, especially if you make the elastic at all tight. Just be sure to use a less slippery type of ribbon for the inside. Use ribbon that's about twice as wide as the elastic, and
Handicrafting Made Simple - The Cricut Personal Electronic Cutter
The Cricut Personal Electronic Cutter has revolutionised the world of home handicrafting over the last five years. The entire range of Cricut cutting machines are designed with ease of use and complet
What is a Good Brush for Doll Hair?
The best kinds of brushes and combs to use for grooming varying types of doll hair.
How to Decorate & Make Your Own Comb
Combs are versatile hair tools that provide both a decorative and functional purpose. A decorative comb accessorizes a hairstyle while keeping hair in place, while a functional comb is strictly for combing and detangling hair. Although you can purchase combs at beauty supply stores, you also have th
How to Make Colonial Dipped Candles
If you enjoy decorating in a Colonial style, you know how important it is to use rustic-looking accessories. Otherwise, your Colonial chairs could look out of place next to pristine modern candles. One solution is to make your decorating accessories yourself, just like people would have done hundred
How to Make My Own Lateral Slide Board
Lateral slide boards are a good summer training tool for speed skaters, ice hockey players and anyone who wants a fun, aerobic exercise at home. Professional slide boards can be purchased from sports equipment outlets, but are expensive. Make a lateral slide board yourself to save money.
How to Repair a Crab Net
Crab nets are old tools that haven't lost their effectiveness in modern times. The same tools used by fishermen centuries ago can still be used to catch crab today. Crab nets are woven by hand from cotton polyester thread and a netting shuttle. After multiple uses, however, it's easy for netting to
How to Sharpen Fabric Scissors
Fabric scissors can dull after use, especially if they're used to cut materials other than fabric alone. You may think you need to send your scissors out to be professionally sharpened, but you can sharpen the blades at home without spending a penny. All you need to sharpen your fabric scissors is a
Ideas for Old Shoulder Pads
Shoulder pads were popular during the 1980s and 1990s, but they are rarely seen in today's fashions. You can make an older jacket more fashionable by removing the shoulder pads. But if you do, don't throw away those pads. With some basic sewing skills you can reuse them in creative...
Four Tips for a Christmas Gift Idea for Business
One of the things that may make it difficult to come up with a Christmas gift idea for business is the fact that you don't want to be inappropriate with the people with which you ...
How to Use Leaves to Decorate a Vase
With some ingenuity and some inexpensive materials, you can turn a plain vase into a designer original. Paint colorful imprints of fresh leaves using paint suited for the vase. Your painted design can be random to resemble falling leaves or uniform for a decorative border. Use leaves in another way:
Quality Candle Gifts For Special Occasions
Well decorated candles can serve as special gifts to your loved ones. You simply need to purchase the candles from http://www.ttnh.co.uk. You’ve got a lot to gain when you visit the online shop on regular basis.
How to Make Papier-Mache Jaguar Heads
Papier-mâché is a means of creating crafts using some form of paste and paper combination to create various shapes and objects. Traditionally, newspaper is dipped in white craft glue or you can use a boiled flour and water mixture to make papier-mâché. Papier-mâch&eac
Should I Buy an Extended Warranty for a Sewing Machine?
Most sewing machine manufacturers offer extended warranties on their products.sewing machine image by pavel siamionov from Fotolia.comThe BenefitsIf you plan on using your sewing machine daily, or purchase an expensive machine with embroidery capabilities, it may be advisable to invest in...
Crafts for Making Ladybugs With Plastic Containers
Recycle plastic containers into ladybug crafts. The simple pattern of a ladybug is helpful in creating crafts, whether it be for children's crafts or adults. Turn a plain plastic container of any size into a ladybug craft with little effort and just a few crafting materials.
Homemade Country Gifts & Crafts
Handmade gifts stand out from the crowd because the recipient knows that you spent quality time making a gift. These handmade country gifts and crafts are easy to make and can be personalized with scents, colors and décor. Homemade gifts can be given for birthdays, Christmas, housewarmings an
How to Make a Drapery Valance
Drapery valances are essentially short curtains that cover the top edge of a window. There are many style options, including pleated and tapered versions, but this gently gathered valance style is one of the simplest to sew. Use this basic method and customize it to suit your own style. The basic va
How to Make a Rope Chandelier
Stunning, unexpected chandeliers can be created from a variety of items, including twine and rope. Rope works well when paired with painted pony beads to create a vintage, 1970s-inspired focal point in the room. The invention of battery-operated, stick-on lights helps homeowners create a chandelier