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How to Knit Double Cable
Cables seem to magically twist and turn knitted fabric into medallions, ribbons, or braids. Cables look difficult, but the technique is simple: Just work the stitches in a different order. When you make two cables side by side, one leaning to the left and one to the right, the twists form a horsesh
Lining a Felted Bag
Felting is a fun craft that can be accomplished by knitting, crocheting or using recycled sweaters. The key to success in felting is using 100 percent wool, which features fibers that lock together when agitated in hot water with soap. Make a felted bag by sewing two identical pieces of felt togethe
How to Use a Booklet Making Machine
A company can use booklets to educate employees about company protocols and procedures or provide product information to customers. A nonprofit organization can use booklets to show donors the impact their contributions are having. Schools can publish a booklet to share more about a class project or
Craft Utilizes for Silicone Cooking Mats
There are numerous craft uses of silicone cooking liners that many people might not understand such as giving a non-stick surface area for clay pottery making.
Handmade Gift Ideas for Mom
Remember the first greeting card you made for Mom in pre-school? She probably saved it and looks at it fondly every now and then. Handmade gifts have a lasting impression, reminding people of shared moments. This is especially true of gifts from one's child. You don't have to stop giving handmade gi
How to Crochet an American Flag Blanket
An American flag blanket is a project for someone who has a basic knowledge of crochet stitches. The only part that is a bit challenging is making the stars; otherwise, it is relatively easy.
How to Make an Oscar Statue
The Oscar statue, otherwise known as the Academy Award of Merit, is the prize presented to film industry winners at the Academy Awards each year. Since the real awards cannot be bought and fake copies are not legal to sell, it is difficult to acquire prop Oscars for use in amateur plays, costuming a
How to Print Folded Greeting Cards
Printing greeting cards is a great way to make your own cards for birthdays, parties, thank-you notes, and much more. When creating personal greeting cards, you can add a personal message, pictures and other personal items. When printing out greeting cards it is important to place the paper in the p
How to Find Good Arts and Crafts Ideas for Seniors
Choosing activities for senior citizens that live in assisted living, nursing homes or participate in community centers can be a fun and rewarding thing to do. Most seniors citizens have lots of photos so scrapbooking and other craft ideas can be lots of fun.
How to Make an Origami Mew
Pokemon is a Japanese video game owned by the company Nintendo. It was created in 1996 by Satoshi Tajiri and has since expanded to include television episodes, movies and trading cards. Mew is a pink, cat-like Pokemon. Mew is very shy and rarely seen by others. This origami Mew pattern is best for t
How to Make a Prophetic Dreams Sachet
Pagan religions, like Wicca, use blends of herbs to perform the rituals of their faith. In the forms of charms, sachets, baths, oils and teas, the energy an herb possesses is used make changes in the world. Sachets also rely on the color of the material and the placement of the sachet to work proper
How to Create Picture Postcards
Making someone smile is as simple as sending a picture postcard. You do not need to spend extravagant amounts of money to have your pictures printed on postcards, though. They are easy enough to make at home using your computer, and not only are they effortless to make, postcards cost less to send t
How to Make a Spiky Paper Bow
Handmade paper bows can add color and texture to a present or jazz up your home and party decor. Try to coordinate bows to highlight the theme of a present, pin them to a lamp or picture frame, or use them to decorate banners and centerpieces. Spiky bows in particular can make a bold statement, brin
How to Make a Pipe Cleaner Snake
Use pipe cleaners to make a snake you can pose. The wire in the pipe cleaner holds the snake's shape. You can use any color, size or texture of pipe cleaners you want. For example, make a rattlesnake with brown, black and tan pipe cleaners. You can buy the pipe cleaners and other supplies from a cra
How to Crochet Around a Flannel Burp Cloth
A flannel burp cloth will look the height of style when you add a ruffled crochet edging. These plain flannel cloths are useful for new mothers, and they come in handy as a lightweight blanket, a cover for a temporary changing station or to protect clothing from a baby who might spit up. The crochet
Model Lionel Trains-Joshua Cowen's History
Although Joshua Cowen did not have a strong interest in formal education, he successfully gained admittance to New York City college in 1893 where he matriculated for the next three years. Among his many and ...
Wood Shed Blueprints, Not Magazine Schematics - Wood Magazine
Many like Brown have suggested that Woods could have done more to be socially responsible. Woods is fully aware of those that would have him be a champion of racial injustices. He has stated before ...
Crafts Using Clothespins
Children love to have fun making things with their own hands. By helping your child make simple crafts with clothespins, you will help build their confidence and nurture their creativity. These are simple crafts that require small steps to complete. Your child will be proud he can make...
How to Grade Lincoln Cents
The Lincoln penny was introduced in 1909 and continues to be minted today. The coin from 1909 to 1958 was known as the wheat penny for the wheat heads located on the reverse. Since 1958 the coin has featured the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse. Examples of the Lincoln cent are generally graded from
How to Curve My Guitar's Back
The top and back of an archtop has a gentle curve. This distinguishes the archtop from other types of guitar that have flat tops and back. When making a guitar, it's essential to give the back the same radius as the front, otherwise the two panels won't fit between the sides. To accurately curve the