A full-size iron is the wrong tool for half of what I do at my craft table. Pressing a doll’s dress, setting hot-fix rhinestones, tacking down bias tape: the big soleplate covers too much ground and fights you on anything small. A mini iron does the same job in a fraction of the footprint, and…
There are many popular finishes and varnishes that you have to know about when learning woodworking. Each woodworking finish has its own unique qualities, with some being more durable than others. Polyurethane and Danish oil are two different wood finishes that are often interchangeable. Polyurethane is a varnish that is highly versatile, and Danish oil…
Oiling your sewing machine is one of the most essential maintenance activities you can do to extend its life. In fact, regular lubrication with the right amount of oil at the right frequency will get you years, if not decades, of trouble-free service from your machine. So, how often should you oil your sewing machine?…
Punch needle embroidery seems to be the newest craft in town, and many are already hooked on it. What most people don’t know is that the craft has actually been with us for ages; it’s only making a comeback now. The secret to a successful punch needle embroidery piece is getting started with the right…
How to remove screen printing from fabric is a useful thing to know, especially if you want to clean up your screen printing errors or refresh a T-shirt that has an old design. So, how do you remove screen print from clothes? There are three main ways to remove screen print ink from fabric: using…
Do you craft with metal or frequently have metal items around the house that need fixing? Whether it’s jewelry, trinkets, handles, knobs, hinges, cutlery, or tools, the thought of using glue for metal must have crossed your mind already. While welding remains the best method of bonding metals, it is beyond the ordinary at-home DIY…
When you think about coloring, what is the image that comes to your mind? Adult coloring books? Doodling in your bullet journal? Or filling in the white spaces in your painting? Coloring can be quite therapeutic, whether you’re working with a coloring book or painting an original piece. The truth is, there are so many…
Screen printing is the process of transferring a design through a stenciled mesh screen, and each screen is used to transfer a different color to create a vibrant design. This is a great technique for creating bold and unique artwork. It’s widely used in various industries such as textiles and fashion. But how do you…
A lot of sewing hobbyists get their start with something small. A pillowcase in a home economics class at school, or a simple coin purse made at home under the mentorship of a grandmother or mother who learned to sew as a young girl. As their skill grows, however, they begin to branch out. Before…
For those who’ve been practicing woodworking for a while, you’ll probably be plenty familiar with polyurethane and spar urethane. But for those out there looking to start woodworking and searching for the perfect finish for your first table or chair, it can be hard to know which to choose. So, what is the difference between…