Crochet mitered squares are a different take on regular square crochet patterns. This square goes only in two directions instead of going around all four sides. Rows in this square look as if they are going to the right, and then down, over and over again. Mitered squares can create a fresh new look

Most computers include a basic pre-installed graphic editing program. As the basic tools are mastered, other programs such as Paint Shop enable the user to create textures, alter photos as well as scanned images into different art settings. Paint shop 1.0 was first released in 1992 and since then ha

Quilt designing software has gained popularity due to ease of use and its ability to turn even casual quilters into designers. There are several companies that produce quilt design programs, with a variety of functions and features, but all allow quilters to create a one-of-a-kind fabric project on

Iron-on transfer paper is the ideal choice for people who want to make custom amateur shirts, such as for a family reunion or to give away to friends as gifts. The two main types of iron-on transfer paper are those for standard white or light-colored shirts and those for black and dark...

Give a western-themed party an authentic look with handmade, cowboy-inspired crafts. Use traditional cowboy items and gear, such as horses, horseshoes and rope, as art project inspiration. Watching a few western movies may get you in the mood to create the crafts as well. You can use the craft items

A corsage is a simple arrangement of one to three fresh flowers that are worn to formal events and for special occasions. You can wear a corsage on a lapel, hold it in your hand like a bouquet or wear it on your wrist. The corsage is a traditional gift for Mother's Day or from boys to girls for a hi

When it comes to your wedding, every piece of item should be the best, yet should fit your budget. One of the most important objects that should not be absent during a wedding is a ...

With a home dyeing product, you can dye fabric yourself using your sink or washing machine. Once the fabric evenly absorbs the dye, you'll need to set the dye so that it stays in the fabric. Each type of home dye kit may have slightly different steps, but most of them have a similar process. Always

Beads are measured using a specially designed tool called a sliding bead gauge. This tool is a type of caliper rule. A caliper rule is a measuring device which consists of a pair of jaws and a ruler. The top jaw is fixed, and the lower jaw slides down the length of the ruler. The jaws can be opened

Are you in need of a few simple kids craft, consider wood projects. Simple kids crafts come in a variety of patterns, including paper crafting projects, mache, scrapbooking and beading, wood projects are not typically ...

Art projects on Indian homes naturally complement school lessons on American history. Because different tribes lived different lifestyles in different climates, there are a variety of types of documented Indian homes. Completing an art project on an Indian home will give a child a greater appreciat

Make real or paper cake crafts in celebration of birthdays and holidays or just for fun. These crafts work well for children of all ages. When using real cakes, it's always best for adults to do the cooking and kids to help with the decorating process. Making paper cakes alone might make kids hungry

Give a handmade baby gift for a shower or birthday party by making a stretchy headband with a fabric rosette attached to it. This is a craft project that uses a hot glue gun with no sewing involved, making it great for kids of all ages as well as teens and adults. Choose fabrics for the rosette flow

Tabby cats are domesticated animals that people like to keep as pets. They have distinct, gray-black or orange-white striped fur. What makes cats particularly interesting is that despite the fact that they are tame, they still possess natural predator instincts. As a result, they are very versatile

Preserved plant materials allow you to create long-lasting flower arrangements for use around the home. Unlike dried materials, glycerin-preserved palm fronds remain soft and retain much of their living beauty. Dyes add natural or unnatural color to the fronds, allowing you to further integrate them

Since ribbons are rectangular in shape, you cannot simply braid them as you would your hair. Ribbons cannot be pulled too tightly while braiding because they will start to fold over and lose their shape. But there is a braid called the "two element ribbon braid" that will give your ribbon a braided

A shadow portrait is a silhouette of a person that is cut out of paper and framed. While the shadow portrait does not highlight the distinctive features of the person, it does create a distinctive picture of the shape of the person's head and profile. Shadow portraits are simple to complete, requir

Wooden letters, available at most craft and hobby stores, are versatile items that can be used for a variety of home décor projects. Decoupage means to decorate a surface with cutouts, such as photographs or images from decorative paper or other printed items like postcards and greeting cards

A chiton was a Greek garment that hung from the shoulders of the wearer and then fell anywhere from mid-thigh to ankle. It could be worn by both men and women, and if you are looking for an easy costume for a party or a play, a chiton is a good choice. Making a chiton is a straightforward process, a