Woven Woolen Rug
This knitted rug is the simplest of projects to make for the home — and an economical way to recycle remnants of yarn in the age-old tradition. It’s also great if you are new to knitting, as it really...
View ArticleClay Bead Making and Bracelet
Materials and Tools: 1 oz. (1/2 block) pearl Premo Luminarte powered pigments Sculpey gloss polymer clay finish needle waxed paper round nose pliers wire clippers crimp pliers (optional) small spoon or...
View ArticleSilver Fork Bracelet
This small-scale project is a great way to get started in metalwork, and a fun accent to any wardrobe. Silver Fork Bracelet Materials and Tools: 2 silver-plated forks rotary tool with metal cutting...
View ArticleHow to Create a Jewelry Rack
Materials and Tools: wire magazine rack record player soldering supplies paint machine screws drill Steps: Note: For this project, we customized a wire magazine rack. 1. Cut the rack down using bolt...
View ArticleBottle Into a Lamp
Complete this bright idea in just three simple steps: Supplies A pot, vase, bottle, jug, or other vessel A lamp kit, or you can do what Melissa did and buy the socket and lamp cord seperately. Plaster...
View ArticleMason Jar Soap Dispenser
Repurpose the classic Mason jar as a soap or lotion dispenser in your bathroom. Step 1: First, measure and mark the center of the jar’s lid. Step 2: Using a 1/2″ high-speed steel drill bit (about $10;...
View ArticleRake Stemware Holder
Take advantage of your vertical wall space by hanging a rake head and suspending stemware from its tines. We found one of these rakes at the Fair for $3, but you’ll likely find them at a yard sale, or...
View ArticleCrate Shelving
Old blueberry crates — like the six that make up this ruggedly good-looking shelving unit — are the perfect size for displaying and storing Mason jars. Step 1: Find a pattern/layout you like by...
View ArticleOar Curtain Rod
Add a nautical touch to your window treatments with a vintage oar-turned-curtain-rod. Step 1: Hold the oar handle, horizontally, up to your window to make sure it’s long enough to reach from side to...
View ArticleClock Magnets
Remove and salvage the faces from old watches or pocket watches to create timeless refrigerator magnets. Step 1: Place the watch faces pattern-side down. Step 2: Using hot glue, adhere a magnet to the...
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