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Kids Crafts
Kids Crafts foster creative imaginations! Also stop by our Kids Crafts archives for more great crafts for kids.
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Ribbon; check, glue; check, glitter; check, a thousand and one ideas; check.
When it comes to crafting, there are always a thousand supplies that you need and a thousand things that you can make but sometimes getting from the craft store to the completed project can be a difficult task in itself. That is where this site is going to help you.
If you are like me, you may not be the craftiest of people. Oh sure, you can wield a glue gun like you wield a butter knife but coming up with the ideas may leave you completely at a loss. There are tons of things to do, but how exactly do you do them.
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Feb 06 2010
Thought crochet was just old-lady afghans and fuzzy scarves? Think again!
We just launched a cute new craft site called Amigurumi Land where you can check out lots of adorable crochet creations, get amigurumi patterns to make your own, find great crochet and knitting supplies, and more!
So head on over to find out that there’s a [...]
Oct 19 2009
Handmade crafts are the ultimate customized holiday decor
Birdhouse craft instructions below article.
Here’s another silver lining to the dark economic clouds still on the horizon this holiday season: handmade holiday decorations are not only less costly, they’re perceived as more meaningful as well.
From spending more time with loved ones to an improvement in our overall health, [...]
Aug 06 2009
(NC)—Instead of throwing away plastic soda bottles, repurpose them to make luminaries for all kinds of occasions, from glittery summer gatherings to Halloween socials. To do so:
Peel the labels from empty plastic soda bottles. Use adhesive remover and a paper towel to remove any residue. Wash the soda bottles thoroughly and let them dry completely. [...]
Jul 28 2009
(ARA) – School’s out, the neighborhood pool is open and you are responsible for keeping the family active and engaged this summer. Whether you are taking a beach vacation or spending a day around the house, you can easily fill the time by planning several simple, budget-friendly, do-it-yourself activities. Ideal for indoor or outdoor time, [...]
Jun 09 2009
Pillows are awesome craft projects because they’re usually not too complicated, they can turn out to be super cute, and everyone uses them!
If you’re looking for a new craft project, think pillows! And to help you get started, here are a few ideas…
photo credit: Shetland Arts
photo credit: amy_b
photo credit: St0rmz
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May 12 2009
There are some awesome craft tutorials on flickr and we wanted to show off one of our favorite ones today… it may not be anywhere near Christmas, but you can either save this one or make it for a Christmas in July party
Learn how to make a beautiful paper snowflake with this visual [...]
May 12 2009
This week we’re focusing on some of the coolest kids crafts we found at flickr.
Kids will usually come up with the most fun and creative ideas – from “a new generation ladybug” to a colorful Christmas ornament to bright masks – we hope you enjoy and get some fun and creative ideas of your own from [...]
Apr 28 2009
Origami is one of my favorite craft forms, and this week we are showcasing some of our favorite origami & paper crafts on flickr – enjoy! Visit All Japanese Crafts to learn about Japanese paper crafts, and we also highly recommend checking out Oriland – our favorite origami site – to check out some amazing [...]
Apr 21 2009
This week I picked some of my favorite crocheted items from flickr’s craft pool:
photo credit: alice-palace
Cute little crochet bags are the perfect thing if you want to make something functional, but not too time-consuming. Choose the right colors and add a cute button as shown here, and you’ve got a really cute and creative [...]
Apr 14 2009
I get some of my best ideas from perusing flickr’s craft pool, and that’s why I’ve decided to start a new weekly segment highlighting my flickr faves – enjoy!
photo credit: Knitting turnip (rainbowproject)
This is so cute, and I’m always a sucker for crochet & knitted plushes!
photo credit: Cakewalk Queen
These look really soft and cozy as well [...]
Holiday Crafts
We've got a number of fun holiday crafts for all ages! If you're looking for fun Christmas crafts, stop by our Christmas Crafts page to get started or browse our archives of Holiday Crafts for craft ideas for every season.
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When I first navigated the crafty waves of the creative ocean, I was often lost. I would pick up one craft and completely lose my way before I dropped it to the wayside and picked up another. It was a horrible time because I wanted to be the Martha Stewart of my home, making beautiful centerpieces that wowed my guests and made me the envy of the neighborhood but I just couldn’t get to that point.
What I did learn, through trial and error is that, a) I don’t want to be Martha, although I love her amazing detailing in all her crafts, I just don’t have the need for all the meticulous details, and b) If I lowered my standards, even by just an inch, my creations can still be beautiful, maybe not completely a-symmetrical but still beautiful.
So what does my epiphany mean to you? Well first, you don’t have to be Martha Stewart either. Don’t you feel much better all ready? Second, you came to the right spot for all your craft ideas.
Here you can find crafts that can be done by anyone. Whether you are an experienced crafter that puts Martha Stewart to shame or a complete novice, you will be able to reproduce some amazing crafts that will awe anyone that comes to your home.
We truly believe that everyone can be crafty, all it takes is an excellent how to, a few helpful tips and all the support and resources that we offer here. Oh, and a good glue gun to pull all those projects together.
Now that you are here, why don’t you browse through our crafts, add a few ideas when you have a new one and remember that the key to making an excellent craft is not in the perfection but in the little flaws that personalize the finished product.
