The art of embroidery began sometime during 16th century Europe. The technique caught on quite rapidly among the upper crust of society. It is easy to imagine how the splendor…

Wine bottles come in some of the most fantastic shapes that just beg to be collected. The corks holding in all the flavor and aroma are also commonly saved. Once…

It’s not easy to find a good pattern for crochet socks. They either look funny or just won’t stay up. Then when you do find a pattern that creates socks…

Jewelry and accessories can be made out of a slew of materials, but there isn’t one that is quite as versatile as resin. With or without a mold, the pliable…

Sheer fabrics are delicate and oh so beautiful. They are largely associated with wedding veils, but they can be used in many different ways. People often wonder about the differences…

Bows and satin ribbon go together like peanut butter and honey – you can hardly think of one without thinking of the other. Of course, you can make a bow…

A sliding knot is a cool technique to add to your basket of goodies, especially if you like to work with leather or satin cord. A leather sliding knot gives…

There are many reasons why you might want to make a skirt shorter. Styles change, the existing length doesn’t flatter your figure or you want to alter your older daughter’s…

Hoop earrings are a classic earring design. There’s an abundance of hoop earrings in every size and shape you can imagine and in a variety of metals. You can even…

Throughout history, people have been wearing coin necklaces for luck and good fortune. A precious gold or silver chain with a special coin attached is a timeless addition to any…