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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 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
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 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...
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 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
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
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 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 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
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
Dye Glass
Clear glass can be dyed to look like pale sea glass in colors like light blue, teal, and green. Whether you want to create blue mason jars or a colorful lighting fixture, dyeing the surface of the glass requires only a f...
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...
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
Age Paper Using Tea
Aging paper with tea is a fun craft that's perfect if you're working on a vintage project. Whether you want to put your paper in a scrapbook, age a whole book, or make a prop for a play, it's easy to make your paper look...
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
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
Apply Vinyl Stickers
Vinyl stickers, otherwise known as decals, are fun ways to decorate your window, car, laptop, and other sturdy surfaces. First, wipe down the surface of your choice to get rid of any dirt and dust. After peeling off the ...
How to Make String Art: A Fun & Easy DIY
A step-by-step guide on creating beautiful art with string, nails, and woodLooking for a cute way to spruce up your home? Well, look no further because we have the perfect, customizable craft for you! String art is super...