Arts & Crafts: Page 92

Rag rugs were commonly made in households up to the middle of the 20th century by using odd scraps of fabric on a background of old sacking. Begin making rag rug with two ribbons tied in a knot. Attach a rug tool to the left strand. You can use a traditional latch hook, needle punch, or substitute tool. For the first row, repeat a simple process of tying knots. Don't tie them too tight, as you must thread the latch hook through each knot again to link the strings of knots. This video provides...

This video demonstrates how to fold the origami model "Kaleidoscopic Twister" that Charles "Doc" Santee designed. You can use 30cm by 15 cm (12 in by 6in) size paper for this project. This is a complex origami project, but these instructions are both clear and thorough. With a little practice, you should be able to complete your origami "Kaleidoscopic Twister" without trouble.

This is the first Learn With Me Show hosted by Vivien. This Valentine's Day Special Show teaches you how to make a pretty Ribbon Rose. All you need are some nice wide ribbons, some metal wire, some green sticky tapes and a pair of scissors.

This video tutorial demonstrates how to crochet a Catherine Wheel stitch blanket. Stitching a Catherine Wheel takes more time than other crochet patterns, but it is well worth it. As seen here, it is possible to crochet two colors of yarn as one to re-enforce the rainbow gradation pattern. The Catherine Wheel is defined as a Gothic marigold, or circular shaped, spinning firework. The radiating colonettes of the stitched wheel resemble spokes. This crochet pattern creates a thick and intricate...

Learn how to make a quilted table runner with expert sewing tips in this free home decoration video series on making and sewing your own quilted table runner.

Learn how to make tab top curtains with expert sewing tips about all you need to know in this free home decorating video series on making tab top curtains.

Learn how to make a tablecloth with expert tips on sewing, pinning, and trimming in this free home decoration video series on making a tablecloth.

Knitting the rib stitch crochet pattern can be learned fairly easily with practice. Learn how to knit the rib stitch crochet in this series of free crochet video lessons.

A vision board is a great way to focus on achieving your dreams and goals. Learn how to make a vision board with expert tips in this free craft video series.

Sewing a round pillow with piping is a fun challenge for a beginning seamstress. Learn to sew a round throw pillow with this free sewing video series.

Making beaded bouquets of flowers requires tedious work and hundreds of beads. Make a detailed work of beaded art in this free beading video series.

Crochet a new pattern for all of your crochet projects! Learn how to crochet a basket weave pattern in this free crocheting lesson from an experienced crochet artist.

Trophies, awards and plaques commemorate a winner or an achievement in sport, business and political fields. Learn to make trophies and awards from a professional trophy maker in this free manufacturing video series.

Dragonfly's are fascinating in both appearance and movement. Learn how to make a paper dragonfly in this free crafts video series.

Hand sewing is an important skill for fashion designers to have when tailoring and customizing a garment. Learn to hand sew various stitches from a fashion designer in this free sewing video.

Create interesting designs for your glass beads using a torch. Learn more about flame-treating your glass beads in this free bead making video from a professional bead making instructor.

Tie yourself a tie blanket from two fabric squares; learn how to make a tie blanket in this free video on no-sew and making blankets.

Are you interested in creating something special that you can pass down to your child? Learn how to make a family quilt in this free home decor video series.

Mail custom packages and envelopes or quirky objects; learn how to make custom envelopes and packaging for personal letters in this free video.

Interested in applique craft projects? Learn how to use applique patterns, including sewing applique and iron on applique in this free craft project video series.

Want unique, beautiful earrings? Learn how to make the perfect earring wardrobe with hoops, clubs, and post earrings in this free jewelry video series.

Making a baby bib can be easy and save money on baby clothes. Learn how from an sewing expert in this free video series on baby bibs.

Clothing is tailored to improve the fit and look of a garment. Tailor clothes to fit each unique body-type with tips from a fashion designer in this free video series on sewing and clothing alterations.

Clothing alterations, patches, inserts, and skirts! Learn how to turn shorts into a skirt in this free sewing video.

Tired of boring and ugly slippers? Learn how to make decorative slippers with fabric, ribbons and silk flowers, in this free clothing and accessories video series.

How to sew a bound buttonhole, including making your own patterns and designs; get professional tips and advice on methods and techniques for sewing your own bedroom accessories in this free instructional video.

How to sew your own sleeping mask and sachet; get professional tips and advice on methods and techniques for sewing your own bedroom accessories in this free instructional video series.

Do you have an old pair of jeans that you don't want to throw away but aren't sure what to do with? Learn how to make a handbag, a pocket purse and a tote bag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video series.

Beaded jewelry is a fun craft and is easy to make. Learn how to make a variety of beaded jewelry, including bracelets and ID badge holders, in this free jewelry making video series.

Add jazz to clothing with rhinestones and jewels; learn to embellish t-shirts and clothing with rhinestones, plastic jewels and gems, in this free video.

Sew yourself a rag blanket from fabric scraps; learn how to make a rag blanket in this free video on sewing and making blankets.

Light up a room by learning how to make a star-shaped paper lantern in this free crafting video.

Get crafty with frame looms, rug patterns, and weaving. Learn about rug weaving and how to weave with a frame loom in this free video.

Want to attach a zipper to your sewing project? Get tips for sewing on zippers in this free craft video series from a professional clothing designer.

Glass beads are both easy and essential items for jewelry making. Learn how to create these decorative beads to make beautiful jewelry in this free video series.

Braiding, cutting, binding and piercing are all activities that are necessary for quilting. Learn more about how to create your own quilt in this free video series.

Don't let your scrapbooks get destroyed, learn how to properly store them, preserving them for life, in this free video series that will show you how to protect you scrapbook for years to come.

Looking for easy craft ideas? Learn how to use stamps to decorate your scrapbook or greeting card in this free video series about the techniques of stamping.

Are you interested in the art of knifesmithing? Learn how to make a custom knife blade in this free tools video series.

Looking for fun and easy handmade jewelry projects? Let our expert show you how to make polymer clay bead necklaces in this free jewelry making video series.