Renee Day
Crafting Expert
Education
- MS, Marriage and Family Therapy
- BS, Sociology
Professional Achievements
- Author of "Creative Journaling: A Guide to Over 100 Techniques and Ideas for Amazing Dot Grid, Junk, Mixed-Media, and Travel Pages"
- Renee has been tapped to work with many craft and hobby companies throughout the world
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Co-authored Articles (46)
How to
Make a Paper Snowflake
Each snowflake is unique and so will be the ones you make! Whether it's December 24th or July 24th, these snowflakes are beautiful and quite easy to make; all you'll need is some paper and a pair of scissors.. 01 October...
How to
Make a Paper Hat
Hats are a great way to add character and fun to a party, play, or dress-up game. Instead of buying hats from the store, however, consider making your own. It is a simple, fun project suitable for all ages. Once you know...
How to
Coptic Bind a Book
Coptic binding is favored by many readers and hobbyists, as it allows a book to lay completely open when flat and at an angle. It also showcases a clear view of the spine and the colorful threads holding the signatures (...
How to
Make a Bookmark
As a literary creature, do you often find yourself at a loss for the perfect page-saver in your favorite novels? Have no fear, you can make your own bookmark in dozens of styles so you never lose track of your reading ag...
How to
Cut Thick Cardboard
There are a variety of easy ways to cut thick cardboard. The odds are high that you have some of the tools you need stashed somewhere in your home right now. However, if you plan on cutting a lot of cardboard, you may w...
How to
Make a Paper Garland
Paper garlands can dress up your everyday space, decorate your home for the holidays, or make special occasions a bit more festive. The no-sew version is great for a simple craft with your kids, while the circular garlan...
How to
Use a Laminator
If you have a brand new laminator and you're not quite sure how to use it, never fear! A laminator is fairly simple to use. You load the paper into a laminating pouch, and then insert the pouch into the preheated machine...
How to
Make a Square Sheet of Paper
In origami it's very important to start off with a perfectly square sheet of paper. Unless you already have one, you'll have to make one. The more square your paper, the better your origami will turn out. This article sh...
How to
Make Paper Pulp
Paper pulp can be a useful ingredient in making homemade paper or other crafts. It's also fairly simple to make. As long as you have paper, water, and a kitchen whisk or blender, you can make plenty of paper pulp at home...
How to Create a Lovely Handmade Card in Less than 10 Minutes
Dazzle your friends with this thoughtful gestureYou can definitely make a handmade card in as little as ten minutes that is both great to look at and easy to create! Handmade cards are always lovely to receive, and much ...
How to
Make a Sketchbook
Create a DIY sketchbook at home Finding a passable sketchbook at an art store is fairly simple and commonplace, but nothing fuels that creative energy like constructing your own sketchbook. You can add your own personal ...
How to
Make a CD Sleeve from Paper
How to
Make a Greeting Card Envelope
Using regular paper and rubber glue, you can make your own envelopes in almost any size. It's easy - even kids 5 and up can do this (with supervision) - and it's the perfect way to send a handmade card.. 01 October 2024....
How to
Make a Candy Lei
Make a festive and tasty lei for graduations, parties & moreWhile the usual style of leis is made from flowers or multi-colored ribbon, the concept of a lei can be transferred to other objects. The use of candy to make a...
How to
Waterproof Paper
A message can have a meaning that is far beyond the value of the paper on which it was written. No matter if you're trying to waterproof a handmade card, a handwritten letter of sentimental value, or some other paper doc...
How to
Make Papier Mâché Paste
Whether you're creating a sculpture, pinata, or decoupaging a piece of art, using sturdy papier mâché paste is necessary for creating a strong bond. Try one of these several paste recipes and get your papier mâché cr...
How to
Make a Paper iPhone
You may need a prop iPhone for a home movie, or you may simply love making paper crafts. Making a paper iPhone is an easy paper craft project, and you can even embellish it to make it appear more realistic.
How to
Build a Castle out of Cardboard Boxes
Cardboard castles are a fun project for any castle enthusiast. Recycle your used boxes to create a medieval fortress for a class project or a child's fort. You will have a chance to be creative, while also being Earth-...
How to
Build a Cardboard House
Whether you're helping a child or younger sibling with a school project or just trying to keep yourself amused on a rainy day, a cardboard house is a fun and easy craft project. You can make a simple model house, a dollh...
How to
Make a Box Fort
Building and decorating a fort can be a great way to have fun, no matter how old you are. While there are all sorts of forts you can build, none of them will be as customizable or as easy to make as a cardboard box fort....
