Hot Arts & Crafts How-Tos
How To: Tie a striped crown sinnet
The world of decorative knots is full of twists and turns and this instructional video is no exception. In this clear and concise, step-by-step guide, we see how to create the beautiful, Striped Crown Sinnet. Makes a great key fob!
How To: Tie a 3 lead x 7 bight turk's head knot
Think you're knot interested? Knot for long! This little video will show you a clear and easy way to tie a 3 lead x 7 bight turk's head knot. This lovely little decorative knot is a joy to look at and a pleasure to give to friends as well. You'll need 4ft of 1/4 inch solid braid nylon. Knot so hard is it?
How To: Turn those old unused sweaters into a new pair of mittens
You know that old pile of sweaters you've been looking at for ages? Well, do NOT take them to the dump! You can turn those sweaters into mittens with this simple, step-by-step video which proves that recycling is the way to go. You'll need some old sweaters, some scissors and a sewing machine.
How To: Tie the amazing corkscrew crown sinnet
The world of decorative knot tying is a compelling place and few sinnet cords are as compelling and beautiful as the corkscrew crown sinnet. This elegant step-by-step video shows you how to achieve one of the most desired knot cords out there.
How To: Craft a sweet "I Love You" Valentine's Day card
When it comes to Valentine's Day presents, let's face it: Non-handmade is best. It's not that we don't want that hand knitted heart sweater, but it's nice on the romantic holiday for a sweeter and couple-centric treat like a couple's massage or tickets to a play.
How To: Craft inexpensive mini blank cards with $1 supplies
These wee 3X3 cards may be small, but they sure do make a charming impact when sent to friends as Thank You cards or small "Just Because" notes. Made from craft supplies that can all be found at Michael's for $1 each, these mini blank cards are also wallet-friendly.
How To: Craft a laminated kid's spring bookmark
One way to get your kids to read more books is not by forcing them to do so, but by making the reading experience fun by giving them these cute handcrafted bookmarks.
How To: Craft a jumbo paperclip bookmark with an apple design
We've always thought that supersized everyday items were cool, like a 4 ft. tall pencil or scissors so large they could cut a posterboard in half in one snip. But few of these supersized notions are practical.
How To: Craft an inexpensive skinny notepad
Got a case of the wintertime blues? Then use a snow day or just a boring Sunday afternoon to put together this simple and inexpensive skinny notepad. Yeah, we realize you can purchase notepads at just about any office supply store, but these pretty, beribboned notes will cheer up your day every time you write on them.
How To: Make a scalloped bright post-it note holder
Post-it notes are definitely not the chicest of accessories. After all, they spend 99% of the time grazing our office cube walls and computers and organizers. But they can be turned into a hefty decorative item when you slip one of the pads into this scalloped bright post-it note holder.
How To: Craft a dog bone and ribbon embellished binder clip
Is your dog the apple of your eye? Then integrate some doggy decor into your life by crafting this useful and highly cute binder clip. Embellished with an adorable scalloped stamp featuring a teeny blue bone in the center, this binder clip is possibly the chicest we've seen.
How To: Make a double-stitched switchback strap
If you've ever gone sailing, then you know that aside from knowing the tides, calculating the weather, and steering the ship, knowing how to tie different types of functional knots is one of the most important assets to maintaining a safe ship.
How To: Tie a decorative thorn branch sinnet with a zipper & caterpillar sinnet
Tying one on can be fun, so why not try tying two on! This clear and easy tutorial shows how to combine the Zipper Sinnet with a Caterpillar Sinnet to get the very smart looking Thorn Branch sinnet. You'll need 2.5 feet of 450 Paracord. Tie it today!
How To: Apply fabric paint using the dry brush method
This tutorial uses a flower being painted on a piece of white fabric to show you how to use the dry brush technique to paint your fabric. Dress it up with beads, sequins or embroidery when you're done painting your design!
How To: Paint a Rangoli design using glass paint
This tutorial shows you how to replicate the Rangoli design onto a piece of glass using glass paint. You will also need a few stencils and a pen to trace your design onto. Great for dressing up windows and mirrors!
How To: Make 3D steps out of paper
Is your life's goal to become a world-renowned architect and build a funky postmodern skyscraper in Dubai? Then start small: Other than learning how to sketch blueprints, you must be able to model your creations from paper.
How To: Add a zippered pocket to the lining of your designer handbag
This is a quick and easy tutorial, great for anyone interested in learning how to make their own designer handbag. Add in a zippered pocket to the inside lining of your handbag. You will need a window stencil and a craft knife as well as your notions. Add a zippered pocket to the lining of your designer handbag.
How To: Create a handmade pop-up Holiday greeting card
Make a pop-up Christmas card this holiday season and impress your friends and family with your creative skills! For this project, you will need double-sided tape, craft scissors, decorative hole punch, decorative stickers and construction paper. Keltie Colleen from Mahalo gets in touch with her resourceful side and shows you how.
How To: Craft simple six-pointed paper snowflake decorations for Christmas
Remember when you were just a wee little kid and there was nothing better to do on a snowy winter afternoon than cutting out paper snowflakes and unfolding them to see what beautiful shapes and designs would appear?
How To: Craft easy wire wrapped jewelry for a Christmas present
These earrings, bracelets, and necklaces look expensive, but they're actually homemade and totally doable on a budget. With Christmas just a few days away, if you're looking to stay within your budget while giving out beautiful gifts then this may be the perfect craft for you.
How To: Crochet an infinity scarf with a chain stitch & half double crochet stitch
Want to make one of the hottest accessories of this season? The infinity scarf is a versatile addition to your winter wardrobe, and you can dress it up or dress it down. In this two-part video, you'll be shown how you can crochet your own infinity scarf.
How To: Make DIY Christmas Cards for the Holidays (Personalized Merry Christmas Wishes)
Christmas is just a few days away, which means everyone is out shopping for last minute gifts. But wait— you still need some Christmas cards! The stores are going to be packed and Hallmark's going to have huge lines— so now what?
How To: Sew your own set of blackout Roman blinds
This tutorial shows you how to sew your own set of black out or Roman blinds. You will need some heavy fabric in your chosen colors, a large work table, a steam iron and a heavy duty sewing machine or serger.
How To: Make a hoop shirt and arm warmers out of a pair of tights
All you need for this tutorial is a pair of tights (the stretchier, the better) and a pair of scissors! Take your tights and cut them in a few places to turn them into a top! Or, cut them a different way to turn them into arm warmers!
How To: Make Christmas charms or ornaments out of beads
These make great embellishments for scrapbooks, garlands, presents or even as jewelry! All you need are some festive holiday beads or faux pearls, some flexible, thin wire to string them on, a sharp wire cutter and several pairs of various jewelry pliers.
How To: Gift wrap a book like a professional
This will also work for any square or book shaped gift you have this year! A professional gift wrapper shows you the best way to neatly and professional gift wrap a book - all you need is the paper, some scissors and tape!
How To: Make a Lady Gaga inspired disco ball bra
Ladies, it doesn't have to be Halloween or a special dress-up party for you to wear this fabulous, diva-esque bra. In fact, we'd wear it under our "normal people" clothes while getting coffee just because it makes us feel fierce.
How To: Make Lady Gaga's "Dance in the Dark" purple costume
Lady Gaga's song "Dance in the Dark" is not one of her better known catchy tunes, but the costume she wears when performing the song is one that begs for imitation.
How To: Craft Lady Gaga's fantastic rhinestone-studded lobster headpiece
Okay, so first of all don't be fooled: this is by no means an easy or a fast craft tutorial. But trust us, when you take a gander of your sexy Lady Gaga self in the mirror, it'll all be worth it.
How To: Craft Lady Gaga's solar system orbital headpiece
Have you ever found the stars at night so pretty you wish you could just grab them with your fingers and move them just a little closer? Well, now you not only get to have the stars right next to you, but also a whole planetarium!
How To: Craft Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" monster black crown and glasses
If you want to look like Gaga fast for a dress up party, then there's no better way than to don one of Lady Gaga's favorite accessories: A crazy hat. If you're looking for an easy one to make quickly at home, then check out this tutorial to learn how to craft the black monster hat she wears in "Bad Romance" as well as the glasses.
How To: Sew Lady Gaga's lightning bolt t-shirt from "Lovegame"
Few of Lady Gaga's costumes are wearable on the everyday unless you're a drag queen or doing theater. Lobster headpieces and orbital solar system gowns are, after all, slightly on the theatrical side.
How To: Craft an easy Lady Gaga disco stick from "Lovegame"
People will definitely want to take a ride on your disco stick - or at least want to hold it - when you make this Lady Gaga inspired craft. In her music video for "Lovegame," Lady Gaga holds a wand/cane of sorts with a glittery top - what she calls her "disco stick."
How To: Make Lady Gaga's "The Fame" cover beaded crystal glasses
These Lady Gaga glasses look like they'd obstruct your vision more than help it out, but you can actually see through them well enough to walk around without stumbling.
How To: Make Lady Gaga's cigarette glasses from "Telephone"
Relax eco-friendly sisters: No real cigarettes were used in the making of these cigarette glasses craft. Check out this crafting video to learn how to make a striking replica of the smoking cigarette glasses Lady Gaga wears in her "Telephone" music video.
How To: Craft Lady Gaga's futuristic chiffon mask from "Bad Romance"
Remember when Lady Gaga came out with her shocking video for "Bad Romance"? Amongst a whole bunch of crazy costumes (armadillo shoes, a bear cape, X-ed out boobs), she wore a black chiffon mask during the "falling diamonds" scene.
How To: Craft the iron fence glasses from Lady Gaga's "Lovegame"
Want to look like Lady Gaga without breaking the bank with all those expensive costumes? Then check out this DIY tutorial to learn how to craft the iron "fence" glasses Lady Gaga wears in her "Lovegame" video.
How To: Craft a beautiful empire waist multi-wrap dress with Gianny L
Convertible dresses are the best, especially when you like the color and general form of a dress but you'd like to give it new life by enhancing your waist rather than your bust line, for instance.
How To: Make a "Tron" Legacy glow-in-the-dark costume
You know those cool skintight black bodysuits they wear in "Tron"? They seem like costumes only the best of movie costume designers - and CG artists - can produce, but you can make a pretty good replica at home.
How To: Upcycle plastic bags into reusable sandwich bags and tote bags
Despite the fact that many stores are offering incentives for toting around reusuable bags for your merchandise, many people still cling to their plastic shopping bags. They're convenient, after all, and you don't have to worry about lugging around several reusuable bags to every store you go to. But don't just throw them away after use!