Active Arts & Crafts Posts
How To: Get basic tailoring tips
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.
How To: Make a skirt out of shorts
Clothing alterations, patches, inserts, and skirts! Learn how to turn shorts into a skirt in this free sewing video.
How To: Decorate slippers
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: Make sewing pattern & designs for buttonholes
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: Make sewing pattern & designs for travel accessories
How to sew your own shoe bag and luggage tag; get professional tips and advice on sewing methods and techniques in this free instructional video series.
How To: Make sewing pattern & designs for bedroom accessories
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.
How To: Make bell bottoms out of jeans
Add some flare to your jeans! Learn how to convert those boring jeans into flashy bell bottoms in this free clothing alteration and sewing video series. Bring back the 1970s!
How To: Make beaded jewelry
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.
How To: Make a paper airplane
Create the perfect paper airplane! Learn how to fold a paper airplane in this free arts and crafts video from an expert on schoolyard fun.
How To: Make a rag blanket
Sew yourself a rag blanket from fabric scraps; learn how to make a rag blanket in this free video on sewing and making blankets.
How To: Make a paper star lantern
Light up a room by learning how to make a star-shaped paper lantern in this free crafting video. Part 1 of 9 - How to Make a paper star lantern.
How To: Sew zippers
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.
How To: Make your own glass beads
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.
How To: Make a quilt
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.
How To: Master basic sewing projects
Learn how to master basic sewing projects like pillows, bags and headbands in this free video series that will teach you a few easy needle projects.
How To: Stamp perfectly
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.
How To: Create a homemade collage
Collages can be used for a number of different art projects. Learn how to organize and make a creative collage in these free video series.
How To: Make polymer clay bead necklaces
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.
How To: Make felt covered soap
Making felt-covered soap is an interesting and creative way to decorate soap. Learn to create felt-covered soap with tips from an expert in this free video series.
How To: Origami a lily
Learn how to make an origami lily with expert tips on folding origami flowers in this free video series on the ancient Japanese art of origami.
How To: Origami a dragon
Learn how to make an origami dragon with expert tips on folding origami instructions in this free video series on the ancient Japanese art of origami.
How To: Origami a crane
Learn how to make an origami crane with expert tips on folding origami animals in this free video series on the ancient Japanese art of origami.
How To: Origami a bird of paradise
Learn how to make an origami bird of paradise with expert tips for a master origami artist in this free online origami craft video clip.
How To: Make a placemat
Learn how to make a personality placemat for your table including how to sew, quilt, and add vinyl to your artwork with expert crafting tips in this free home décor and crafting video series.
How To: Make an origami water lily
Learn how to make an origami water lily with expert tips on folding origami flowers in this free video series on the Japanese art of origami.
How To: Make an origami manatee
Learn how to make an origami manatee with expert tips on folding origami animals in this free video series on Japanese art.
How To: Sew a garment bag
Learn how to make a homemade garment bag including how to choose the fabric, cut the fabric, reinforce the seams and more with expert sewing tips from a seamstress in this free crafting video series.
How To: Make seat covers for furniture
Learn how to make seat covers for furniture with expert sewing tips from a seamstress in this free online upholstery video series.
How To: Make a backpack for kids
Learn how to make a backpack for kids including how to pick out material and supplies and how to sew each piece together in this free video series on sewing projects for children.
How To: Sew curtains
Learn how to sew curtains, how to choose the correct fabric and how to install them when you've completed a curtain sewing project with expert sewing instructions in this free crafting video series.
How To: Make pockets on garments & clothing
Learn how to make different types of pockets for garments and clothing in this free how-to video series on stitching, making, and attaching pockets to clothing.
How To: Make your own jewelry
Learn professional jewelry making secrets from a jewelry artist and metal worker in this how to video clip series.
How To: Make an origami vulture
Learn how to make an origami vulture with expert tips on folding origami animals in this free video series on the ancient Japanese art of origami.
How To: Make an origami butterfly
Learn how to make an origami butterfly with expert tips for a master origami artist in this free online origami craft video series.
How To: Make an origami cat
Learn how to make an origami cat with expert tips on folding origami animals in this free video series on the ancient Japanese art of paper folding.
How To: Make an origami azalea
Learn how to make an origami azalea with expert tips on folding origami flowers in this free video series on the ancient Japanese art of origami.
How To: Make an origami orchid
Learn how to make an origami orchid with expert tips on folding origami flowers in this free craft video series.
How To: Make an origami rose
Learn how to make an origami rose with expert tips on folding origami flowers in this free video series on the ancient Japanese art of origami.
How To: Make basic wire jewelry
Learn about basic wire jewelry techniques and tips for making various accents with wire with expert wire jewelry making tips and advice in this free online crafting video series.
How To: Make Homemade jewelry Gifts from recycled parts
Here's a good christmas idea. How to make christmas homemade jewelry from recycled parts; get expert tips and advice on tools and techniques for hand made jewelry in this free instructional video series.