Wheat Weaving: Getting Started Basics
In order to weave with wheat, there are a few basics things that will be required for any weaving you choose to do. This tutorial shows those basics. Video tutorial by Amber Reifsteck, The...
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How to Make a Mirror-Image Valentine Card
Cutting an image from the white reveals the red beneath, creating a mirror-image Valentine card. Video tutorial by Amber Reifsteck, The Woodland Elf
How to Make a Simple No-Sew Fleece Scarf
Scissors make quick work of turning a plain piece of fleece into a soft and warm winter scarf. Video tutorial by Amber Reifsteck, The Woodland Elf
How to Make a Woven Hearts Valentine Card
This card is made out of two scrapbooking paper hearts that have been woven together. You will need: Two different prints of scrapbooking paper (or wallpaper samples) ScissorsBlank card Heart template Scrapbooking paper or...
How to Make Earrings out of Bird Feathers
Real feathers can be used to make beautiful and unique jewelry. Video tutorial by Amber Reifsteck, The Woodland Elf
How to Make Gourds into Snowmen
A little paint and some black felt is all that’s necessary to transform a dried birdhouse gourd into a charming holiday snowman.
How to Make Christmas Tree Ornaments out of Scrapbooking Paper
These ornaments are based on Victorian style Christmas ornaments, but require little more than paper.
Elf Esteem
Well, after writing a bunch of how-to craft articles, someone suggested I try crafting how-to videos, so starting I’m starting a little how-to video series called Elf-esteem. The name comes from the fact that...
Fracking: Short-Term Benefits, Long-Term Catastrophe
With the current possibility of New York State being opened to fracking, the debate about whether the benefits outweigh the risks is a hot topic. There are extremes on both sides, with some people...
