Pearl necklaces are a signature jewelry item that screams class and sophistication. While they may not be seen as frequently in today’s society, they are still appreciated by most people as high-quality jewelry. Knotting your own pearls can be the perfect way to save money on a luxury item. Even if you’re well-versed in jewelry…
A perfectly executed hand quilting stitch has been envied and admired since the art of quilt making began. Quilters are in awe of beautifully hand-stitched quilts. Yet, most of them avoid using this method because they are never happy with how it turns out. So what is the best thread for hand quilting? Cotton thread…
People generally develop their own preferences when it comes to choosing a weaving thread based on what type works best for them. But, what is considered the best? The majority of women find that nylon weaving thread is the best for African threading. A good starting point is a nylon or polyester weaving thread specifically…
Kandi bracelets are typically made of pony beads strung on an elastic string and worn on the wrist. They are often given out or traded at raves and festivals. Since pony beads come in every color imaginable, Kandi bracelets make very cool, colorful accessories and they are quite simple to make. So how do you…
New sewers are often intimidated by making their own alterations, especially adding pockets to a lined skirt. But, a little known secret is that pockets are actually quite simple to add to any dress, pair of pants or skirt, with or without lining. It’s true, the lining does make it a bit trickier, but not…
Making a Kandi mask can be quite tricky at first, but once you get the hang of it, you will find it is one of the most fun weaving projects ever! After a while, the process of weaving the beads onto the string comes to you like second nature. So how do you make a…
Wind chimes are beautiful additions to any home’s front porch. When a calming breeze wanders by, you’ll be serenaded with the beautiful sound. If you’re considering making your own wind chime, there are some things you need to know. So what is the best string for making wind chimes? The best string for making and…
Sewing fleece and cotton together can be very tricky. They are both stretchy and that means a different type of sewing method. Also, they are not usually pure, which means that not every fleece or cotton fabric you buy will be the same as other fleece or cotton fabrics. Read the label to know exactly…
When you buy a bracelet for yourself, there is a good chance you will try it on first. So, you don’t have to worry about it being too big or too small. No need to worry about trying to make it smaller. But, if the bracelet was a gift, it might be too big for…
With so many crochet hooks to choose from, how do you choose the right one? Well, the size of the hook you use for crocheting depends on the thickness of your yarn. Don’t worry, we’ll explain what we mean by that and give you all of our best tips for finding the right crochet hook…