Ribbon Candle
October 16, 2006 - 9:39am
Difficulty:
(1/5)
There's no need to have a plain candle any longer! In this project we'll use ribbon to decorate candles. This makes the candle more exciting and can be decorated to match any room in your house. This makes a great gift to give as well.
Angel Ornament
October 19, 2006 - 10:11am
Difficulty:
(1/5)
In this project we will make Angel Ornaments out of paper clamps. These make great gifts and are wonderful for the holidays. They look great hanging on a tree or doorknob. They can also be given as a gift as guardian angels.
Button Candle Holder
October 23, 2006 - 9:44am
Difficulty:
(1/5)
This project makes use of buttons you have sitting around the house. By attaching them to vases or candle holders, you can change the look of the item drastically. This can be done in a variety of colors depending on the buttons you have around. These candle holders make great gifts or just dress up any end table.
Flower Pens
October 26, 2006 - 3:06pm
Difficulty:
(2/5)
Have you ever seen pens at a checkout counter with flowers attached to them? In this project you will learn how to make them. These are great to put near your phone for taking messages. Not only are they useful, but they are more pleasing to look at than your ordinary cup filled with pens.
Decorated Gift Bags
October 30, 2006 - 4:34pm
Difficulty:
(1/5)
Giving gifts doesn't have to be the only creative part of the gift. Try decorating the gift bag you are giving it in. This makes the gift bag more special and allows you to use your creative skills at the same time!
Painted Candle Holders
November 2, 2006 - 4:48pm
Difficulty:
(1/5)
Why have just an ordinary candle holder when you can have a handmade one! This project takes a simple glass candle holder and makes it unique by adding some paint and your own special, creative touch.Give as a gift or keep to enjoy for yourself!
Cell Phone Handle
November 6, 2006 - 10:35am
Difficulty:
(1/5)
This is a fun way to dress up your cell phone. You can make it a permanent accessory to your cell phone or make it easily removable to change as desired. You can make these dressy or dress them down. It makes for a great way to grab your phone quickly if necessary.
Wine Glass Charms
November 9, 2006 - 9:45am
Difficulty:
(2/5)
Wine Glass Charms are a great way to tell wine glasses apart at a party. Pick the one you want, and you will be able to find your glass all evening long without getting it mixed up with some one else's glass. These make a great gift accompaniment to a bottle of wine.
Popcorn Kernel Frame
November 13, 2006 - 12:08pm
Difficulty:
(1/5)
This frame is a simple and easy way to liven up a frame. All you need is some popcorn. This is a great project to do with kids! Have them color a picture for the inside when you are finished. Place it on your shelf or wrap to give as a gift.
Book Thong
November 16, 2006 - 1:38pm
Difficulty:
(1/5)
Liven up your favorite book with this handmade Book Thong. These look great sitting on your night stand or end table. Give a book to a friend with one of these inside! They will love it.
Glass Bead Pot
November 20, 2006 - 11:56am
Difficulty:
(1/5)
This glass bead pot dresses up your ordinary Terracotta pot. This would look great with a small flowering plant or cactus inside. If you don't have one of those...you can always put it on your desk to use as a pen holder!
Beaded Candle
November 23, 2006 - 1:06pm
Difficulty:
(1/5)
A great way to decorate a plain candle is to put beads on it. You can make any pattern you want and use any color beads. These make a really unique looking candle which will make a great conversation piece at your next event.
Stuffed Ornament with Ribbon
November 27, 2006 - 9:07am
Difficulty:
(2/5)
Why hang ornaments on your tree that are bought from a store when you can make your very own! They are unique and fun to make. You can make these ornaments in a variety of ways and there's no need to have two of the same ornament on your tree for the holidays again!
Potpourri Stuffed Ornament
November 30, 2006 - 10:43am
Difficulty:
(1/5)
Potpourri doesn't just smell great, it also looks wonderful inside an ornament. Stuff an ornament with your favorite smelling potpourri or one you just like the color of. They look amazing hanging on a tree and make a perfect gift to give to family and friends.
Gift Wrapped Ornament
December 4, 2006 - 10:29am
Difficulty:
(1/5)
If you know how to wrap a gift, this project will be your kind of project. All you need are your gift wrapping tools and a little wooden block and you are set. These look so cute hanging on a tree...just like little presents.
Scrapbook Paper Ornament
December 7, 2006 - 9:06am
Difficulty: (1/5)
If you have any pieces of scrapbook paper left over from a project, this is a great place to use some up. These can be done in any colors and look wonderful hanging on a tree. They are an easy project kids could to to give teachers as gifts. And you never have to make two the same...they can all be different!
Cookie Cutter Ornaments
December 11, 2006 - 10:49am
Difficulty:
(1/5)
These make wonderful gifts that keep on giving because you can remove the ribbon and make cookies! They are so simple to make....all your friends and family will love them. If you are having people over to your house for the holiday, hang a bunch on your tree and let your guests pick the one they want to take home with them.
Stuffed Ornament with Punches
December 14, 2006 - 10:11am
Difficulty:
(1/5)
Use your everyday craft punches to liven up an ordinary glass ornament. By adding a little colored stuffing to it, you can make an ornament that will stand out on anyone's tree! And friends and family love to get ornaments as stocking stuffers!
Hanging Wooden Letters
December 18, 2006 - 9:04am
Difficulty:
(3/5)
Liven up any space with these painted letters hanging from ribbon. They make a wonderful accent in any room and they are even more special because you made them yourself. You can make any word or phrase you want!
Soft Winter Scarf
December 21, 2006 - 8:13am
Difficulty:
(2/5)
Wrap your self up in a warm, soft winter scarf this season! you can make them in any color or material to fit what you like best. Wrap it up and give it to a friend. You won't want to buy another scarf again!
Hanging Frame
December 25, 2006 - 8:41am
Difficulty:
(2/5)
Make a fun piece to hang on your wall. It makes for a great project to fill in a place you didn't know what to put there! You can change the picture inside for the season or as your moods strikes you.
Laminated Picture Magnets
December 28, 2006 - 10:46am
Difficulty:
(1/5)
Enjoy pictures you have taken on your refrigerator. You can make them for any occasion and in any size. They don't have to be pictures you have taken, they can be something you cut from a magazine or newspaper. If you can put contact paper on it, you can make it a magnet!