You can bring star gazing indoors with a few simple materials and a little bit of preparation. Simply gather a flashlight, some dark-colored paper, a pencil and some scissors. Trace the head of the flashlight onto the paper and cut …[Continue]
Simpler Hanger Embellishments
Instead of using string to hang things on doorknobs or even on your Christmas tree, try taking some old metal hangers and fashioning them into whatever shape that you need. Wrap the wire around a small pipe to make a …[Continue]
Country Metal Crafts
Country crafts typically involve one of three elements: wood, fabric, or metal. In this article, we will talk about metal country crafts. Metal has a rustic quality to it that makes it perfect for a country craft. Another benefit of …[Continue]
Pipe or Bamboo Wind Chimes
Making a pipe or bamboo wind chime, involves more work than a more whimsical silverware or shell wind chime would. The biggest advantage to making your wind chime out of piping or bamboo is the sound that you will be …[Continue]
Space Shuttle Craft
An empty paper towel tube is all you need to create your own space shuttle. For this project you will need one paper towel tube, white and black paint, a paintbrush, some glue and a small piece of cardboard. Paint …[Continue]
Mittens
Making mittens is easier than you may think and mittens can actually be a very attractive wall or tree decoration during Christmas time. To make a simple mitten you can use an old sweater. Cut out mitten forms from the …[Continue]
Make Your Own Wind Chimes
Introduction Making a wind chime can be more or less complex depending on what type of wind chime you would like to make and what materials you are choosing to use. Wind chimes can be made to be very specific, …[Continue]
Make the Moon
In this craft you can transform an ordinary ball into a model of the moon. Use paint or puff paints to draw small circles over the entire surface of the ball. Make craters, spots and other textures that are unique …[Continue]
Paper Clip Animals
Even simpler an idea is to simply mold paper clips into animal shapes. You can do this in a number of different ways but one suggestion is to use a coloring book picture (or any simple picture) as a template …[Continue]
Stuffed Animals
Only slightly more advanced than making paper bag puppets, making stuffed animals is simple to do but can have a big impact if you chose to use the stuffed animals in your home or if you plan on giving an …[Continue]
Making Stained Glass at Home
Making stained glass crafts at home is simple. With a few basic materials you can create a stained glass piece that is safe for kids, fun for adults and enjoyable to all. In this article you will read about a …[Continue]
Silverware Wind Chime
Wind chimes are a great addition to any home. Wind chimes make fun decorations and add to the appeal of the outdoors by bringing music right into your back yard. Wind chimes can be easy to make. By using materials …[Continue]
