Repainting worn-out surfaces is always met with excitement as you let your imagination run wild. But there are two not-so-fun stages before and after painting. Before painting, you have to…

Burlap is the new classic. It brings a cozy, countryside vibe to your interior decor, with its golden earthy color that blends beautifully with nearly everything. But that doesn’t mean…

Finding the right fabric for your project is the key to creating a high-quality final product. You can buy fabric by color, texture, or fiber content, but have you ever…

For centuries, silk fabric has been crafted and used in the fashion and textiles industry. Because of the time it takes to create genuine silk, it often comes at a…

Resin has gotten many crafters hooked, and it’s not hard to see why. It’s a truly magical compound; hard-wearing, beautiful, clear yet colorable, non-porous, and super versatile. Resin starts as…

A good pair of scissors isn’t always the first thought when you first start crafting with yarn, but at a certain point, when you are cutting a hundred pieces of…

Tie-dyeing doesn’t always require rubber bands. Most people recommend using rubber bands for tie-dyeing because of how quick and easy it is to hold your fabric in shape, but it’s…

There are loads of different paint types on the market today, each with its own set of qualities. These two basic categories are exterior paints for durability in a harsh…

It is not uncommon to shop for more paint than we actually need. It is always better to have excess than insufficient, right? Plus, it could be useful in the…

When buying wood for outdoor furniture, you often hear talks of waterproofing or sealing the wood to protect it from the elements. Although wood can certainly be left untreated, there…