Nicole Bolin
Crafts & DIY Specialist
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How to
Make Lucky Paper Stars
Exquisite little paper stars can be used for decorations, jewelry, craft projects, and gift-giving. They're very easy to make, and they're a fun way to recycle a bit of junk mail into something colorful and decorative. I...
How to
Make a Paper People Chain
Craft time can be fun and easy. It's a great chance to bring everyone together to be imaginative. And on top of that, paper people chains are sure to brighten up any room they're hung in! With a few supplies and simple s...
How to
Make Stickers
Are you looking for a new craft project? Try making some stickers! Stickers are easy to make using materials you probably already have around the house; you can also make professional-looking stickers by using sticker pa...
Step-by-Step Guide for Making a Stunning Dreamcatcher
A beautiful craft that’ll give you sweet dreamsDreamcatchers aren’t just aesthetic decorations for your bedroom, but are also believed to protect you from bad dreams by catching them in their intricately woven webs. ...
How to
Mod Podge Pictures onto Wood
Mod Podging pictures onto wood is a bit tricky due to the type of paper. With the right technique, however, you can successfully Mod Podge a picture onto a wooden surface. There are two ways to do this: Mod Podging a pic...
How to
Use a Glue Gun
For arts and crafts and quick, easy patch-ups, nothing beats a hot glue gun. Unlike other adhesives, hot glue goes on smoothly, dries fast, and holds firm when applied to all sorts of different surfaces. While its hold i...
How to
Make a Yarn Pompom
Pompoms are small, fluffy balls, typically added to knit hats. You can always buy them from the store, but making your own will allow you to choose any color and texture of yarn you want. They are fast, fun, and easy to ...
How to
Make Paper Look Old
Whether you’re looking to spruce up an art project or give a poem a better platform than printer paper, you might need to age a sheet of paper. While the internet has many aging methods for you to try, crumpling and sp...
3 DIY Ways to Transfer Photos & Drawings to Wood
Turn old photos into unique wooden keepsakesPutting your pictures onto wood is a fun and simple way to create rustic decorations for your home. As long as you have a picture printed with a laserjet or HP printer, you'll ...
How to
Make Mod Podge
Mod Podge is a brand of craft glue most commonly used to seal and finish decoupage art. The store brand version can get a bit pricey, but you can make a bargain bin variant at home using common materials like school glue...
How to
Build a Popsicle House
Building a popsicle house is a fun and simple way to pass the time. You could build your masterpiece a million different ways, but we've looked into it and have found that the very best one is to start by building four s...
How to
Make Paper Roses
Paper roses are a fun craft to make and require minimal supplies. They also make a great gift to give to someone special! You can make paper roses using the rolling method which is both quick and easy. Alternatively, you...
How to
Make Beaded Curtains
Beaded curtains are simple to make and will add artistry to your room. They can get pretty expensive to buy, however. Luckily, they are fairly easy to make. Best of all, you can customize your curtains by choosing what c...
How to Tea Stain Paper So It Looks Old
Plus, other easy tricks to make your paper look even olderWhether you’re journaling, scrapbooking, or drawing, aging your paper can make for an awesome vintage effect! Aging or staining paper is easy and only requires ...
How to Mod Podge Paper Onto Wood
Transform a boring wooden object into a beautiful craft with this DIY projectMod Podge is a product that works as a glue and a sealer, helping you make beautiful decoupage pieces with very little supplies and prep. This ...
How to Print Vinyl Stickers with an Inkjet or Laser Printer
Looking for a fun way to jazz up your water bottle, laptop, or notebook? Vinyl stickers or decals are a great way to personalize just about anything, and they’re super simple to make! All you need are a few tools, a p...
How to
Braid Rope
Braiding rope gives the material additional durability and makes the finished product more versatile for use in a variety of applications. There are a few different ways you to braid rope when you only have a single stra...
How to
Make Playing Cards
Whether you want to make a deck of regular playing cards, create a card game that you invented, or duplicate some other kinds of cards, making your own deck of cards is a relatively easy and cheap project. Design and pri...
How to
Decoupage Jars
Decoupage is an easy craft technique that uses a special glue to affix paper or fabric to a hard surface. Decoupaging a jar is an enjoyable way to add interest to a plain glass jar. This project has many possibilities, a...
The Best Way to Put a Jigsaw Puzzle in a Frame
Preserve and display your finished puzzles with this easy DIY project If you spent hours putting together a puzzle and want to admire all your hard work, framing it turns it into an eye-catching piece of art. Rather th...
