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How To Make a Friendship Bracelet

Deirdre — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 13:47:07 -0500

Friendship bracelets are fun to exchange with your friends and show others your bond. Creating one is also a great way to pass the time while gossiping on a field trip or surviving study hall. With a few simple steps, you will be on your way to making a friendship bracelet of your own.

Materials:
Embroidery floss (in at least 3 colors)
Scotch tape
Flexible tape measure
Scissors
Safety pin

How To Make a Pillow Cover Without Sewing

namanyas — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 14:44:35 -0500

How To Fold a Paper Snowflake

Cassandra — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:37:18 -0500

A great craft to do with kids is creating snowflakes. Get energized for the coming winter or decorate your home for the holiday season. All you need is a little time and creativity and you will be able to fold a paper snowflake.

Materials:
1 sheet of white paper
Scissors

How To Make a Paper Rose

Cassandra — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:37:40 -0500

Flowers can brighten any room. If you want to use paper flowers but are not fond of the artificial look, make your own paper roses. Create custom blooms you are sure to be satisfied with by following this simple procedure.

Materials:
Crepe paper
Floral wire
Green floral tape
Thin floral wire

Tools:
Scissors
Pinking sheers
Wire cutters
Glue

How To Make an Autumn Wreath

3100 Caldera Blvd — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:42:48 -0500

How To Make Paper Guns

gonzo — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:16:14 -0500

How To Make Artificial Flowers

Deirdre — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 18:03:16 -0500

Flowers are a festive addition to any home. Keeping fresh cut flowers in your home, however, can be an unending task. Instead, consider using silk flowers that will last much longer. Follow these tips and you will be creating your own artificial flowers in no time.

Materials:
Silk cotton fabric
Craft paints in desired petal colors

Tools:
Fabric pen
Scissors
Thin floral wire
Wire cutters
Floral tape
Clear glue
Paintbrushes

How To Make Soy Aromatherapy Candles

vhhorne — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 19:01:52 -0500

It's not hard to make beautiful, therapeutic candles that you'll be proud to show or give as a gift. Follow these easy instructions and enjoy the beauty of natural, clean-burning soy candles.

First, you need to get your supplies. The following will make one 18 oz. candle.

How To Make a Princess Hat

melhow36 — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:29:54 -0500

How To Make a Kaleidoscope

Cassandra — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 18:35:35 -0500

Kaleidoscopes are a great activity for kids to enjoy on a rainy day or anytime they need a craft project. With a few minutes and household objects, you can have fun and create a great toy. Follow these steps to make a kaleidoscope.

Materials:
Cardboard tube (try leftover paper towel roll)
3 lengths of mirror – ¾” to 1” in width and 7” long
Foam pieces
Clear plastic
Translucent colored glass/craft beads
Glue
Duct tape