Paper mache has a vast history. This art form is more than a thousand years old, so it has gone through many incarnations. In China where it originated, it was used to make war helmets. Nowadays, it’s mostly a fun hobby. Paper mache is easy to whip up at home for gooey delightful crafts for…
There are two main types of vinyl which are used – heat transfer vinyl and adhesive vinyl. Both might seem similar, but they are actually made to stick to different surfaces. Heat vinyl is best used with a heat press and sticks securely onto fabric. Adhesive vinyl, on the other hand, is made to stick…
When it comes to pottery, there are several options, including stoneware, porcelain, and earthenware. They each have different properties, and you may find that one is more conducive to different uses than another. So, what’s the difference between stoneware and earthenware? The major difference is the firing temperature for the clay; earthenware is fired…
Whether you are picking up a new hobby or starting a small business, buying a heat press machine is quite a big investment. A heat press machine allows you to transfer a printed design onto different surfaces. This method is commonly used in creating graphic T-shirts, tote bags, and even mousepads and mugs. In…
Entering the fiber and textile craft world is exciting, but it can also be a bit daunting for beginners. Hearing the terms being passed around, you might be confused with the differences between techniques and methods used in similar ways. What’s the difference between embroidery and vinyl? Embroidery and vinyl are both applied to fabric,…
Every knitter knows the importance of blocking. Although it doesn’t seem to be the most glamorous step, it helps your garment take its final shape and size, which makes a world of difference. Most of the time, blocking will make your project exactly the size you expected it to be, rather than fitting only because…
If you’re a beginner knitter and you’ve made it through a few projects, chances are at least once you have been directed to transfer stitches from one needle to another. It can be confusing, especially if you haven’t been told why or how to do this before. But don’t worry, it is quite simple. How…
Do you enjoy handcrafting with fabric, but hate how expensive cotton is? Do you wish there was a cheaper alternative but with the same incredible qualities? The answer is closer than you think. There’s no doubt that cotton is the most ubiquitous fabric; it’s one of the best fibers to ever be developed by mankind….
Are you a beginner sewer looking to finally try your hand at your first sewing machine, or the old but efficient model passed down from grandma? New or old, just being able to design and sew your own apparel with it is a dream come true for many. It’s thrilling imagining what you can put…
If you have some acrylic paint sitting at home and you want to get a little creative, you could try using it to paint on fabric. While acrylic paint wasn’t necessarily made to paint on fabric and last, there are some ways that you can use acrylic paint as fabric paint. One of the best…