Book Bags
These little bags are named for their construction material, not what they carry. They’re a great way to recycle old hardcover books. You Will Need:Hardcover book 1 yard of material Hot glue gun Bag...
Author: The Woodland Elf
Toll Painted Glasses
Toll painting glassware is an inexpensive way to create festive serving glasses for autumn parties. After the party, the paint easily washes off with a little soap and hot water. You will need: Toll...
Paper Mache Ghosts
The secret to making fabric ghosts hold their shape is a little flour and water. These are loads of fun to make and look great displayed as a group or on festive Halloween wreaths.
Charlie Brown Great Pumpkin Wreath
“There are 3 things I have learned never to discuss with people: religion, politics, and the Great Pumpkin.” Familiar words to anyone who likes Charlie Brown. Earlier this week we broke out the Halloween...
Cornhusk Dolls
Cornhusk dolls allow the crafter endless possibilities. They can be anything from cute and simple to elegant and refined. You will need: Dried cornhusks Thread/string An acorn or other small round object Wreath wire...
Gourd Birdhouses
A dried gourd can make a cozy house for some lucky bird and it can make an attractive decoration for a yard as well.
Never Too Early
This week I decided that it is definitely never too early to start making a Halloween costume. At this rate, I’ll be lucky if my family’s costumes are done by Halloween, let alone anyone...
Catnip Sachets
Even older cats appear young and spry when there is catnip in the air! Catnip is easily air-dried. Just harvest a few leaves and spread them out in a dry place for about a...
Weaving Without a Loom
Well, this week I learned that it is possible to weave without a loom. I just tied two board above and below a windowsill and voila! an instant weaving loom. I’m using it to...
Flower Preservation: Pressed Flowers
A heavy book is all that is necessary to create beautifully pressed flowers.
