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Painting a Hairbrush?This is a page about painting a hairbrush. Depending on the material used for the bristle base and handle, you may be able to decoratively paint and personalize a hairbrush.

 

A teen knitting a house.

Craft Ideas for Teens?This is a page about craft ideas for teens. Many teens enjoy doing crafts; it gives them something to do that they can be proud of and can result in great new clothes, accessories, gifts, etc.

 

beaded bracelet

Craft Ideas for Adults with Learning Disabilities?This page contains craft ideas for adults with learning disabilities. Keeping hands busy and having the satifaction of making something, is good for everyone.

 

Granite Block

Crafts Using Granite Blocks?This is a page about crafts using granite blocks. Finding craft uses for granite blocks will depend on your crafting skills and the type of project that interests you.

 

Adult painting a picture with watercolors.

Crafts for Mentally Challenged Adults?This is a page about crafts for mentally challenged adults. Finding crafts that are easy enough and at the same time engaging enough for mentally challenged adults can be daunting, as there will be many different skills levels.

 

Buying Craft Supplies

Purchasing Wholesale Craft Supplies?This is a page about purchasing wholesale craft supplies. The cost of crafting supplies can get to be quite high if you are an avid crafter or have a home based crafts business.

 

Craft Using Fleece

Crafts Using Fleece ScrapsThis is a page about crafts using fleece scraps. There are many fun crafts that can be make using your leftover fleece scraps.

 

crocheted plastic bags

Inexpensive Craft and Hobby Ideas?This page contains inexpensive craft and hobby ideas. There are many things that you can make with materials that do not cost very much money.

 

Craft Glue

Craft Glue TipsThis is a page about craft glue tips. When crafting it is helpful to know the correct glue type and amount to use for your project.

 

Preserving Bread for Display

Preserving Bread for DisplayThis is a page about preserving bread for display. You can make a display or a cute gift from a loaf of bread.

 

Square Knot

Tying a Square Knot (Reef Knot)?This is a page about tying a square knot (reef knot). The square or reef knot is a simple joining knot. It has many applications, some temporary, as it is easily untied.

 

Cutting Straight With Scissors

Cutting Paper Straight With ScissorsThis is a page about cutting paper straight with scissors. As we all know making a straight cut with a pair of scissors can be difficult.

 

Craft Supplies

Selling Excess Craft Supplies?This is a page about selling excess craft supplies. There are many reasons you may find yourself with excess craft supplies. One way to reduce the clutter and organize the supplies you keep, is to sell them.

 

School Bulletin Board

School Bulletin Board IdeasThis is a page about school bulletin board ideas. Teachers and others who work or volunteer at schools often have to design bulletin boards.

 

Smoothing Rough Edges

Smoothing Rough Edges on Glass and Plastic...This is a page about smoothing rough edges on glass and plastic crafts. Many craft projects require you to cut glass and different types of plastics. This often leaves a rough edge that needs to be smoothed.

 

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Person painting an egg made of polystyrene

How to Paint StyrofoamThe rough porous surface of Styrofoam can make it a challenge to paint. This is a page about how to paint Styrofoam.

 

Reed diffuser and violets.

Homemade Reed DiffusersThis is a page about homemade reed diffusers. These decorative air fresheners are fun and easy to make using your favorite essential oil and reeds.

 

rotary cutter with a stack of fabric

Storing a Rotary CutterThis is a page about storing a rotary cutter. If your rotary cutter did not come with a storage case, you can make one or use existing containers.

 

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Crafts Using Resin?This is a page about crafts using resin. Resin can be used to make a variety of craft projects.

 

a crochet camera

Craft Ideas for Men?This page contains craft ideas for men. There are many crafts that men enjoy as much or more than women do.

 

Lace Tablecloth

Repairing a Lace Tablecloth?This is a page about repairing a lace tablecloth. There are ways to repair a favorite lace tablecloth whether it is hand crocheted or machine made.

 

Wire-Edged Ribbon Bow

Decorative Bow IdeasThis is a page about making decorative bows. Handmade bows can be used in many craft projects, such as wreaths or as decoration on clothing.

 

Making Art With Sharpies

Making Art With SharpiesThis is a page about making art with Sharpies. Sharpie markers are a natural choice for many art projects.

 

Drilling Holes in Glass

Drilling Holes in GlassThis is a page about drilling holes in glass. Glass crafters often find that they need to drill holes in glass to complete their project.

 

Homemade White Glue

Homemade White GlueThis is a page about homemade white glue. If you run out of white glue right in the middle of a project, make your own.

 

tissue paper flowers

Using Everyday Household Items for CraftsThis is a page about using everyday household items for crafts. Before going to the craft store check around your home, you will be surprised how many things you already have that can be used for craft projects.

 

terra cotta flower pot person

Crafts Using Terra Cotta Flower PotsThis is a page about crafts using terra cotta flower pots. Terra cotta flower pots are an excellent choice for making a variety of crafts both for your home and garden.

 

Uses for Leftover Printer Ink

Craft Uses for Leftover Printer Ink?This is a page about craft uses for leftover printer ink. In our efforts to reuse and recycle, some crafters look for ways to reuse printer ink in their projects.

 

Uses for Leftover Yarn

Uses for Leftover YarnThis is a page about uses for leftover yarn. If you crochet or knit, you probably have a stash of leftover yarn.

 

Drying Children's Paintings

Drying Children's PaintingsThis is a page about drying children's paintings. After the kids have finished all of those great paintings you will need a convenient way to let them dry.

 

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Craft Ideas Using Gloves

Craft Ideas Using GlovesThis page contains craft ideas using gloves. A fun and creative way to use or reuse gloves is for craft projects.

 

Craft Supplies

Saving Money on Craft SuppliesThis page is about saving money on craft supplies. There are many ways to reduce the cost of craft projects.

 

Craft tools you can make

Homemade Craft ToolsThis is a page about homemade craft tools. Tools used for craft projects can be expensive to buy. Try making some of them yourself, even repurposing things you already have.

 

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Making Foam StampsThis is a page about making foam stamps. Buying foam stamps at a craft store can get expensive.

 

Cutting 45 Degree Angles for Frames

Cutting 45 Degree Angles for Frames?This page is about cutting 45 degree angles for frames. Using the right tools to make cuts accurately will help insure success with your frame project.

 

Using a Hot Glue Gun

Using a Hot Glue GunThis is a page about using a hot glue gun. An essential tool for many crafting projects is the glue gun.

 

Cleaning a Glue Gun

Cleaning a Hot Glue GunThis is a page about cleaning a glue gun. It is very frustrating to have your glue gun become clogged right in the middle of a project.

 

Finding the Center of a Circle

Finding the Center of a CircleThis page is about finding the center of a circle. When you need to find the middle of a round project, it helps to know a little geometry.

 

Girl Playing with Homemade Playdough

Saving Money On Crafts This is a page about saving money on crafts. Crafting does not have to be an expensive hobby, if you get creative when getting your supplies.

 

Faux bundt cake

Making Fake FoodThis page is about making fake food. There are situations when intimation food is just what's needed.

 

Many Colorful Buttons

Saving Money on ButtonsThis is a page about saving money on buttons. Buttons are needed not only for clothing crafts but also for other projects.

 

Elderly Woman doing needle work

Craft Ideas for Nursing Home PatientsThis is a page about craft ideas for nursing home patients. Finding crafts that nursing home patients will enjoy making can be a daunting task.

 

Pile of Sand

Crafts Using SandThis is a page about crafts using sand. Sand is sometimes used in crafting.

 

Storing Craft Projects While In Process

Storing Craft Projects While In ProcessThis is a page about storing craft projects while in process. If you are like many crafters, your projects are worked on in your spare time.

 

Glitter Tubes on White Background

Working With GlitterThis is a page about working with glitter. Working with glitter generally ends up with glitter everywhere.

 

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Colorful Tangled Yarn

Keeping Yarn From TanglingThis is a page about keeping yarn from tangling. Yarn can easily get tangled when in use or even when being stored.

 

Adding Scent to Old Potpourri, Dried Flowers in Container

Adding Scent to Old PotpourriThis is a page about adding scent to old potpourri. Revive your old potpourri by adding a new scent.

 

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