Rag dolls are one of the oldest forms of doll. Rag dolls were traditionally made from scraps of cloth that were too small to be used for sewing projects. Making a rag doll with a round head is one of the easiest patterns to use in making a rag doll. This project can be completed in just a few hours,

Weaving techniques and tools can go from very easy to increasingly complex. Introducing young children to the simple art of weaving opens a world of possibilities to what their little hands can create. Use some recycled materials to create this kid-friendly loom and make some potholders, a little

Cable-knit sweaters can be an excellent Irish craft project.Factory fabric with elements of decorative knitting image by Luckybargee27 from Fotolia.comWhether you are celebrating St. Patrick's Day or simply looking for an unusual craft theme, you can glean plenty of inspiration from Irish...

Sometimes just sending the average postcard doesn't quite cut it. You want to be a bit more inventive and a bit more outrageous so everyone knows exactly who YOU are and what you stand for. Y

Quilling is the art of rolling thin strips of paper into shapes which are used to make two or three dimensional pieces of art. The crafter or artist rolls a number of circular shapes and secures the exterior end with adhesive. The tight or loosely coiled rounds are then pinched or manipulated into

Quickutz cutting and embossing systems are some of the easiest to use die cutting machines on the market. Originally developed for scrapbooking purposes, Quickutz crafters are constantly coming up with new uses for their machines. With the ability to cut through printer paper, card stock, vellum, st

Create a special greeting card for the soccer fan for a birthday, celebration or just to say hello. Whether it's for a young team member or a senior cheerleader on the sidelines, a handmade card will show how much you care. Children and adults can make soccer ball themed cards with a few materials.

If you want to knit something extra cozy this winter, consider knitting with polar fleece instead of traditional yarn. Polar fleece actually comes in yarn form, but you can also make your own polar fleece yarn to knit with. Purchase polar fleece at your local fabric store and turn it into a fresh ne

Over the past few years, computerized embroidery machines have become increasingly popular. Although the specific software available depends on the make and model, many basic types are available for most home embroidery machines.

Video Transcript We're going to make party hats. I'm going to show you how to make a crown out of a paper plate. This crown was made out of a 9" paper plate, a glitter glue stick, some little doodads that I found around the house, little gold balls that go at the top of the piece of...

A cap sleeve is a sleeve that sits close to the shoulder, fitting the curve of the shoulder. This type of sleeve is very short, but it is more modest than a sleeveless dress or shirt. It can make an outfit more fancy or it can increase the formality of your clothing. Cutting a quick cap sleeve and s

Place mats are a quick, easy and creative sewing project that can brighten your home and table. Using place mats can reduce wear and tear on your table at meals, and having several sets will allow them to last longer when used regularly. Place mats are also an excellent way to experiment with quilti

Lilies are the flowers of the spiritually advanced. They are likewise the totem blossoms of mothers, especially new ones, fertility and nurturing. Lilies are symbolic of partnerships, unions and long-term relationships. Since the flower was ...

"Pokemon Sapphire" is a Game Boy game by Nintendo. Southern Island is one of the hidden islands of the game. It is the only location where you can catch the rare Latios Pokemon, which is a Level 50 Psychic Dragon-type Pokemon. Once you reach the island, you will battle Latios. If you catch it, you w

Macrame is an artistic type of knotting, much like braiding, and is often used in jewelry and homemade home decor projects such as plant holders and curtain tie-backs. There are several ways to use macrame in crafting and you can use any type of stringing material you like, however hemp cord, yarn a

Christopher Columbus hats, or sailor hats, are simple creations folded from a sheet of newspaper. If you are a teacher looking for Columbus Day activities for your students, a single newspaper will provide all the paper you need to make hats for each student in the class. The craft requires the use

Sun umbrellas, also known as parasols, are popular all over the world for protecting the face from sunlight. Historically, parasols were made out of whalebone or cane, and were used to keep the skin pale and freckle-free in accordance with the beauty standards of the time. Today's sun umbrellas are

Outfitting yourself in the latest boutique fashions can be an expensive endeavor and keeping up with a growing child can take an even bigger chunk out of your pocketbook. Some of these fashions, such as gathered skirts with a wide elastic waistbands, are easy to make yourself if you have basic sewin

Oriel lace was first popularized in Barbara G. Walkers' "A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns," published originally in 1970. However, the oriel lace pattern originally came from Ireland in the 1880s. The lace design originated from County Monaghan, in the Oriel District, from where it gets its na

Believe it or not, children can make different crafts from bread and bread dough. Bread crafts can teach small children about shapes, sizes and colors. They're fun, safe and easy to do, and some of them are even edible.Bread Dough AnimalsBread dough is similar to Play-Doh, which children...