A smooth bowl with a binder clip on its rim is a simple yarn-bowl substitute. The bowl contains the ball, and an open clip handle can guide the strand. Leave enough room for an outside-pull ball to turn, and check that the yarn slides without catching. You can also use a basket, tote, mug or…
If you are passionate about making your own greeting cards, then you would certainly want to stock the best ink pads available. It doesn’t really matter what kind of project you are working on. It is essential to be equipped with the right tools for the purpose. If you love stamping, then having the best…
When you are working with metals, sometimes you need to turn a shiny or glossy metal into something with a more matte finish. You might be looking to make your product look aged, or you could just be trying to change the color. So, how do you make shiny metal matte? There are lots of…
Gold vermeil is a type of jewelry, made from sterling silver, which has been plated with a layer of gold. The combination of the sterling silver and gold is good for those who have an allergy to regular plated pieces of jewelry. It also offers you gold-looking items, without the high price of solid gold….
Have you ever looked at an impressive watercolor painting with crisp white highlights and wondered how to pull that off? You’ve probably already tried working your way around the areas you need to stay white and haven’t had much success. Well, the best watercolorists rarely use white paint. Perhaps they paint carefully evading the white…
The light box has found favor in several industrial applications from fashion and design to photography and even therapy for specific disorders. However, if you are reading this, you are probably interested in an artist light box. What is a light box? A light box also known as a light board is a special electric…
Paper mache, or papier-mâché, is a timeless activity that many people enjoy. One of the few problems with paper mache is finding the right form for your project, particularly if you need a round shape. So, how do you make a paper mache ball? To make a paper mache ball, it’s easiest to use work…
Paper mache has a vast history. This art form is more than a thousand years old, so it has gone through many incarnations. In China where it originated, it was used to make war helmets. Nowadays, it’s mostly a fun hobby. Paper mache is easy to whip up at home for gooey delightful crafts for…
There are two main types of vinyl which are used – heat transfer vinyl and adhesive vinyl. Both might seem similar, but they are actually made to stick to different surfaces. Heat vinyl is best used with a heat press and sticks securely onto fabric. Adhesive vinyl, on the other hand, is made to stick…
When it comes to pottery, there are several options, including stoneware, porcelain, and earthenware. They each have different properties, and you may find that one is more conducive to different uses than another. So, what’s the difference between stoneware and earthenware? The major difference is the firing temperature for the clay; earthenware is fired…