Ever wondered why your paint sometimes cracks or crazes? This is a common occurrence that can happen to any artist or home DIYer. Why does paint craze? Paint crazing is…

Bending wood with water might sound like something that only the professionals get around to doing, but with some time, some good tips, and practice, you should be able to…

Whether you customize your own display dolls or your children or grandchildren’s dolls are in serious need of a makeover, you’ve got quite a bit of research to do before…

The Adirondack chair is arguably the most comfortable outdoor lounging seat. If you’ve ever had the opportunity to plop in one and get lost in its bliss, you’ll share the…

Pets are part of the family, and it’s essential to make sure that their home is as comfortable and safe as possible. One aspect of this is ensuring that the…

If you are just learning about jewelry making, it can be very confusing to know what exactly you will need, what each component is, and how to work with each…

When you’re considering only the best materials for your next woodworking project, the options can be overwhelming. You may be looking into anything from oak to Acacia, and even into…

Hand quilting is done by hand-sewing all the layers of the quilt together with a simple needle and thread. This method of quilting is done without a sewing machine or…

What do you need to get your craft on? Scissors. Unfortunately, they’re often designed for the world’s primarily right-handed population and do nothing but cause discomfort to lefties. If you are…

Brick is a popular building material but can sometimes be challenging to work with. But brick doesn’t always look its best after years of wear and tear or when it…