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1). How To Make A Paper Bag Scrapbook
Paper bag scrapbooks are really popular now. Their small size makes them great for gift giving, for display on a coffee table, or even just as a “brag book”. They are made by using paper bags (you know the brown lunch kind) and are of a smaller size than the larger scrapbook albums, usually 5 x 5 inches. Since the paper bags are not acid free, it is important to only use copies of your photos.
Article tags: crafts, scrapbook
2). Clay Pot Crafts: Make a Bell for the Porch
Clay pot crafts are a cute way to make home decorations. In clay pot crafts, clay flower pots can be crafted into a variety of decorative things that appeal to gardeners. Usually, the crafter begins with new pots.
Article tags: crafts, pots, making
3). Make Sachets With Potpourri And Essential Oils
Do you have potpourri and essential oils coming out your ears? If so, you may want to consider using them to make simple sachets as gifts. Sachets are great for tucking into bureau drawers to make your clothing smell wonderful and also can be used in closets.
To make a sachet, you will need muslin, ribbon, and some potpourri. Cut a four inch by eight inch piece of muslin.
Article tags: aromatherapy, crafts, potpouri
4). Making A Twig Wreath
This twig wreath makes a very attractive decoration for inside or outside and one in which you can take great pride. The materials which you will require are a wire coat hanger, craft wire, I like to use about a 22-24 gauge wire, twigs, I like to break them into five inch lengths, berries, dried flowers, pinecones, whatever seems right to you, you are the creator so you are the one to be pleased.
Article tags: wreath, home decor, interior design, twig wreaths, crafts
5). Bird Twig Wreath
This is a very attractive wreath and a very popular one. You will want to gather a supply of twigs which are long, thin and pliable. You will also need craft wire, 22 to 24 gauge, wire cutters, a glue gun, glue sticks and a wreath base. You will also want some bird picks, the choice is yours, an artificial birds’ nest, wooden eggs, small ones, and a large ribbon.
Article tags: wreaths, home decorating, crafts
6). Enjoy the Beautiful Hobby of Origami
Origami is an exciting and fascinating hobby. This article is about how to make great origami crafts for everyone.
Article tags: origami, crafts
7). Four Ideas to Make Holiday Gift Giving Simple
Although the holiday season is one of the most wonderful times of year, it can also be one of the most stressful, as we scurry to “get it all done.” It is important that you do not allow the hectic holiday pace to overwhelm you.
Article tags: holiday, gift, giving, christmas, presents, family, jewelry, crafts
8). Keep Your Kids Occupied and Your Business Growing!
Copyright 2006 Alberta Johnson
How many times have you been in the middle of a major deadline with a business project or assignment, when, all of a sudden, your home office door opens, and it's your child saying "Mommy/Daddy, I'm bored..." ?
You usually just groan and say "Honey, go play with your toys or watch tv..." Children - especially young children - get bored easily.
Article tags: keeping kids busy, busy kids, arts and crafts, creativity, arts, crafts
9). 3 Kids Craft Ideas for Independence Day
There are plenty of fun ways that you can craft your way into the 4th of July. If you are looking for some great Independence Day craft ideas, we have some for you. But, before you look at those options, all you have to do to come up with your own is to think about the day, the reason for the day, the colors and the fun it will offer. There are plenty of things that you can do to make this day truly amazing.
Article tags: independence, 4th july, america, children, kids, crafts
10). Knitting Is All In Your Head!
Copyright 2006 Alice Seidel
What, you say? In my head?! I am up to my elbows in eyelash yarn, I can't find my place in the row, and my knitting needles are about to duel with each other!
How then, can knitting be all in my head?
Onguard! Listen up!
If you are new to knitting, or have been away from this wondrous craft for a while, there is a TON of information out there to learn!
Now, before you say "arghhhhh!!", let me explain.
Article tags: knitting, knit, learn to knit, learn knitting, crafts, hobbies, wool
11). Homemade Invisible Ink for Kids
You can write clever messages and have a lot of fun using a secret ink that only you and your friends know how to make visible.
Article tags: kids crafts, kids toys, kids games, games, invisible ink, crafts
12). Bring On The Love With Aromatherapy Candles
When you are trying to incite a romantic mood you need to have some good quality aromatherapy candles to arm yourself with. These aromatherapy candles will be what makes or breaks your romantic evening. You need to take special care when choosing the aromatherapy candles that you want to use as well. There is nothing like a terrible smell to turn someone off and nothing like a great one to turn them on.
Article tags: candles, candle, arts, crafts, hobbies
13). Scrap Book Enthusiasts Turn to Photo Jewelry Making
Scrap booking is all the rage because people love their photographs and want to show them off. The popularity of scrap booking has now run over into another area, and scrap book enthusiasts have found a new passion: Custom Made Photo Jewelry. By creating one of a kind custom made photo jewelry pieces people can wear their photos and take them wherever they go.
Article tags: crafts, scrapbook, jewelry, jewelry making, home business, diy, women
14). Twig Wreaths For Rustic Or Elegant Appeal
The thought of twigs may conjure up an old forest, or well-constructed bird's nest. Twigs are also an extremely popular material for wreaths. A wreath can be made entirely of twigs for a rustic, primitive appeal or can have all sorts of materials added to them for a graceful design. They can also accent a wreath for any season of the year whether its Thanksgiving or Valentine's Day.
Article tags: wreath, home decor, interior design, twig wreaths, valentine's day, crafts
15). Step Up to Memories - A Craft Project for Parents and Kids
If you’ve been looking for a creative art project to do with the kids, look no further! I recently did a fun project with my daughter and thought I’d share the how-to for other parents who are looking for ways to keep their kids busy and creative all while making something useful for around the home!
What You’ll Need
A wooden step ladder
Spray paint.
Article tags: ladders, crafts, arts, parents, children, parent