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...
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
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...
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...
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 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 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
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
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 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 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...
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 Halloween Decorations
Homemade Halloween decorations are a world away from the mass-produced flimsy plastic and paper dollar store offerings. Making your own decorations ensures a unique look, plus you can reuse items around your house that m...
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
Decorate a Pumpkin Without Carving It
Carving pumpkins is one of the most notable Halloween activities and is popular among people of all ages. However, since the carving process can be difficult or dangerous, some may choose to decorate their pumpkin with o...
How to
How to Age Paper Using Tea (A Tutorial)
The best way to stain paper to make it look oldWhether 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 a couple of...
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...
How to
Make a Mirror
'''To make a mirror, remove the glass panel from a picture frame and clean it thoroughly with rubbing alcohol. Then, spray the panel with mirror-effect spray paint, let it dry, and put the mirror back in the frame.''' Mi...
How to
Burn the Edges of a Piece of Paper
Three easy ways to make paper look old by burning the edges (or mimicking burns)Aging paper is a fun craft to make documents or letters look like they were written years ago. Burning the edges is one technique you can us...
