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 of this stunning and delicate artwork brought even more beauty to ball gowns, bags, hats, gloves, and summer parasols. The technique started in France, but…
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 you have a good-sized stash of these corks, what are you going to do with them? What better way to show off your love for…
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 look great and actually do stay up, you have to find the yarn to make these socks. So what is the best yarn for crochet…
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 material can be shaped and formed into just about anything your imagination can create. So how do you make resin jewelry without molds? If you’re…
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 between the various types. Unless you are a total fabric aficionado, this is completely understandable. There are a lot of similarities between sheer fabrics so…
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 out of anything, but a satin ribbon bow is so lovely. Why would you want to use anything else? So how do you make a…
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 your creation an exotic, bohemian flair, while the satin sliding knot is super sweet and delicate. You can hit both ends of the fashion spectrum…
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 dress to fit your younger daughter. Many manufacturers still don’t realize that we are not all long-legged supermodels. Some of us are a bit vertically…
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 make your own or customize the ones you already have! But, what do you do when your favorite pair gets a dent or bent all…
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 jewelry collection. It is perfect for everyday use and is still believed to promote wealth and prosperity! So, how can you turn your lucky coin…