Posts

Woven Paper Tree Topper from Happiness Is Homemade DIY Peace Sign Tree Topper from Cassie Bustamante Glitter Paper Star Tree Topper from Lia Griffith Easy DIY Christmas Tree Toppers from A Beautiful Mess DIY Disco Ball Tree Topper from Queens Vein Huge Colorful Ornaments and Tree Topper from A Kailo Chic Life Sunburst Mirror Ornament DIY Tutorial from Tatertots & Jello DIY Pom-Pom Tree Topper from Sugar and Cloth DIY Beaded Star Tree Topper from Fall for DIY DIY Foraged Christmas Tree Topper from Gardenista $3 Farmhouse Tree Topper from DIY Beautify Peppermint Tree Toppers from A Thoughtful Place DIY Driftwood Tree Topper from Charleston Crafted

Sprout House from The Stem Laboratory Kinetic Sand from The Spruce Craft Stick Catapult from Coffee Cups and Crayons Galaxy in a Bottle from Kids Activities Blog Silly Slime from The Spruce 3D Glasses from The Spruce Clouds and Rain Weather Model from A Dab of Glue Will Do Homemade Spectroscope from Buggy and Buddy Easy Fake Snow from The Spruce Crystal Names from Playdough to Plato Chromatography Butterflies from Buggy and Buddy Paper Plate Clock from The Spruce Lava Lamp from Little Bins for Little Hands Bubble Blowing Mixture from The Spruce Bouncy Balls from The Stem Laboratory

Of course, the holidays also mean that a season of merry gift-giving is before us. While a lot of folks are fine going the traditional wrapping paper and gift tag route, others are seeking more creative alternatives. Perhaps you want to save some trees and are looking for a more sustainable option, or maybe you’re simply tired of the same ol’-same ol’ and want to spice things up a bit this year....

Chalkboard Advent Calendar from The Merrythought Tree Ornament Advent Calendar from Tatertots and Jello Star Garland Advent Calendar from A Beautiful Mess Minimal Advent Calendar from Homey Oh My Paper Bag Advent Calendar from Tell Love and Party Paper Trees Advent Calendar from A Bubbly Life Paper Advent Village from Delia Creates Christmas Tree Advent Calendar from Sarah Hearts Chalkboard Advent Tree from Oh Happy Day Hanging Advent Calendar from The Merrythought Paper Trees Advent Calendar from A Subtle Revelry Take-Out Boxes Advent Calendar from Studio DIY!...

When designing an Easter basket for or with a child, the basket must be cute, colorful, and functional (meaning it will hold tons of gifts and candy). Look through this list of creative and do-able Easter basket ideas for some inspiration. Adorable DIY Easter Basket from The Spruce Picket Fence Easter Basket from Kleinworth & Co Printable Easter Bunny Baskets from The Craft Train Unicorn Easter Basket from The Keeper of Cheerios How to Sew an Easter Basket From Upcycled Fabric from Do-It-Yourself Danielle Super Simple Felt Easter Basket from Purl Soho...

DIY Sofa from Fall for DIY DIY Leather Chair Cover from Delia Creates DIY Modern Abstract Art from A Beautiful Mess DIY Copper Blanket Ladder from A Beautiful Mess DIY Pineapple Pendant Light from Monsters Circus DIY Hairpin Coffee Table from Delia Creates DIY Plaid Wall from Lacey Placey DIY Marble and Copper Plant Stand from A Joyful Riot DIY Large Scale Rug from Paper & Stitch DIY Plywood Coffee Table from A Beautiful Mess DIY Mid Century Coffee Table from A Joyful Riot DIY Pleated Lumbar Pillow from Sugar and Cloth DIY Ladder Shelf from Burkatron DIY Metallic Chair Legs from Sugar and Cloth DIY Media Center Sideboard from Fall for DIY DIY Scallop Painted Basket Planter from Sarah Hearts DIY Marble Coffee Table from Poppytalk DIY Ombre Stump Side Table from Sugar and Cloth DIY Under Sofa Storage from Passion Shake DIY Cement Side Table from Sugar and Cloth DIY Streaming Device Cover from Almost Makes Perfect DIY Painted Chair Makeover from Sugar and Cloth DIY Bookcase Makeover from Delia Creates DIY Gold and Marble Accent Table from Sugar and Cloth DIY Faux Fireplace Log Stack from The Decor Fix DIY Gold Stud Throw Pillow from Sarah Hearts DIY Color Blocked Galaxy Mirrors from A Kailo Chic Life DIY Faux Marble Lamp from Homey Oh My DIY Always Weekending Art from Lovely Indeed DIY Gold Nesting Tables from Classy Clutter DIY Television Console from The Desi Wonder Woman DIY Bar Cart from Fish and Bull DIY Stylish Record Player from Lovely Indeed DIY Vintage Fur Ottoman from DIY Passion DIY Wood Side Table from Enthralling Gumption DIY Vinyl Record Storage from Burkatron DIY Crocheted Foot Rest from Delia Creates DIY Floor Pouf from A Beautiful Mess DIY Metallic Wall Sconce from Sugar and Cloth DIY Plywood Daybed from The Merrythought DIY Storage Sofa from Ana White DIY Modern Plant Stands from A Beautiful Mess DIY Leaf Art from Monsters Circus DIY Hanging Planter from A Bubbly Life DIY Paint Splattered Mirror Wall Art from A Beautiful Mess DIY Tassel Blanket from Tell Love and Party DIY Color Blocked Pillow from Paper & Stitch DIY Modern Coffee Table from Francois Et Moi

These six needlepoint projects are excellent examples of the quick and easy Long Stitch Technique. Each one can be finished in a weekend–especially if you use #10 or #13 mono or interlock single thread needlepoint canvas. For a slightly larger size, use #10-mesh canvas and adjust the thread or yarn thickness to match. Get the needlepoint design and working instructions to complete your version of this simple Bargello needlepoint pattern in a weekend or less....

The pattern is worked in single crochet, with graph-based color changes for the mustache portion of the design. It’s easy to learn the graph; each dot on the graph corresponds to one single crochet in the row, and the color of the dots is the color yarn to use. With lots of photos, this crochet pattern is easy to follow and gives you a lot of great information about the construction of a sock....

Their allure probably lies in their simplicity. They are composed of nothing more than legs, a torso, a head, and typically hair or headgear of some sort…but those four basic combinations can be arranged into approximately 864,993,504,100 unique figures based on parts currently available! That’s almost 865 billion different figures, and that doesn’t even account for swapping out hands, arms, or accessories. So it’s not too surprising that Lego minifigures are such an integral part of the action figure industry....

Use a large one if you are repairing a sock that has been made with a thick yarn, like one that someone hand-knit for you, or comfy winter socks. For the thinner, store-bought socks (like those favorite argyles that you just can’t toss out) use a smaller needle. Need some advice on darning socks? Check out our this photo tutorial on repairing socks with a darning needle.

The question arises, is it allowed to change AdSense ad with CSS? No! it is not allowed by AdSense Term of Service (TOS). If you’ll use CSS to change appearance of ads –you might risk losing your AdSense account. Trust me, Success with AdSense needs time, patience and hardwork. A lot of time and patience. And a lot of hard work. It is an often asked question. You might have noticed that some big and well-known websites seem to use CSS to alter their AdSense ads appearance....

But, while always functional, they still made a statement, says Dane Owen, owner of Shibui, an Asian antique store in Brooklyn, New York—“a dramatic combination of utility and beauty.” This is especially true for those made during the Meiji era (1868-1912), which is considered to be the Golden Age of tansu-making. Below you will find a tally of some of the most common tansu types along with a few rarities to seek....

As you’ll find in the following pictorial price guide, however, antique silver plate is not void of value although it rarely sells for as much as comparably styled and weighted antiques fashioned of sterling silver. Simpson and Hall Wheeled Cherub Relish Dish Simpson & Hall silver plate. Includes fork. No damage or repairs. Condition: ExcellentSize: 10" x 8"Value: $1,170 (Morphy Auctions, 12/09) Figural Napkin Ring Salt and Pepper Combination Set Oxidation to the silver plate but otherwise condition is excellent....

History of the Barber Dime Charles E. Barber, Chief Engraver of The United States Mint is the artist responsible for the design of the Barber dime. He also designed the quarter and half-dollar coins that bear a similar image of Lady Liberty on the obverse. His initial “B” is found at the truncation of the neck. This design was used from 1892 until it the mint replaced it with the Winged Liberty Head (a....

Due to the technique’s limitations, most pinch pots are fairly small, holding perhaps one cup to one and a half cups by volume. However, you can make larger pinch pots if you really put your mind to it. If you’re not sure if working with clay is for you then starting with a pinch pot is a perfect economic test run. All you need is clay and a table to work at....

Bee Floral Embroidery from The Floss Box And while the hearts and wording have a Valentine’s Day feel to them, you can easily remove those or change them for a non-romantic embroidery. After you embroider these hexagons and the cutest little bees, hang the finished embroidery in your home so that you remember to “always beekeeping it real.” Always Beekeeping it Real Embroidery Pattern from Whistle & Ivy Hipster Honeybees Embroidery Pattern from Wild Olive

The best crochet subscription boxes include premium, hand-dyed yarn that often is highly sought after by crochet enthusiasts. This type of craft subscription eliminates the need to find project ideas and pair patterns with the right yarn. Boxes can come with various recycled or natural materials, plus many options include video tutorials and access to exclusive Facebook groups for community inspiration and encouragement. Here, find our picks for the best crochet subscription boxes....

String Art Step-By-Step Tutorial from The Spruce Crafts DIY Snowflake String Art from Erin Spain DIY Mickey String Art from This Fairytale Life DIY String Art Tutorial from Peonies and Cream How to Make Cactus String Art from The Spruce Crafts DIY Nursery String Art Tutorial from Erin Spain DIY Easter Egg String Art Home Decor Craft from Surviving a Teacher’s Salary DIY: Mason Jar String Art from Dear Paradise Make Your Own Skull String Art from A Beautiful Mess No-Sew Mountain String Art from The Spruce Crafts DIY Tree String Art from Erin Spain DIY String Art Ice Cream Cone With Template from It’s a Mother Thing DIY: Wall Art From Yarn + Nails from Crème de la Craft Easy DIY Fall String Art Tutorial from Sustain My Craft Habit DIY String Art Monogram Tutorial from Oak City Folk How to Make String Art Patterns With Silhouette from Silhouette School DIY String Art Tutorial from Sew Much Ado Nail and Yarn String Art from Make Haus Home Sweet Home String Art from Infarrantly Creative How to Make a String Art Heart from The Spruce Crafts Fall String Art Ideas and Tutorial from Sugar Bee Crafts Map of the World: String Art Ed....