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14 Ways to Hang or Stick Things on Walls Without Damage
Crafting and DIY expert Vanessa Cavmar shares the easiest way to hang something on the wall without leaving a mark One of the biggest deterrents to hanging up decorations is not wanting to damage your walls, especially i...
How to
Make a Mountain
Whether you’re looking for a science fair project or are just a hobbyist, making a model mountain can be a terrific and enjoyable arts and crafts project. Luckily, making a model mountain out of papier-mache is pretty ...
How to
Make a Sock Puppet
Making a sock puppet is really quite fun. The thing that makes sock puppets so fun is making each one unique. Each one can have special characteristics! And they don't have to be human––animals and aliens and compute...
How to
Make a Fake Rock
A fake rock can look just as good as the real deal! Whether you want artificial rocks for landscaping, stage productions, or as decor pieces, this is a fun and easy project. Use either a cardboard box or polystyrene foam...
How to Put Tissue Paper in a Gift Bag: Easy & Beautiful Hacks
Crafting and DIY expert Vanessa Cavmar shares tips for filling a gift bag for holidays, birthdays & moreGift bags and tissue paper are great alternatives to wrapping a present in wrapping paper. However, if you’re not ...
How to
Make a Calendar
There are many easy ways to make a beautiful calendar. If you need a calendar for work, you'll probably use a program or website. If you want a slick-looking calendar for your home, you can use an online template to or...
How to
Make an Easy Kite
Flying a kite is a great way to spend a windy day outside. Instead of going out and buying one, you can easily make one at home with a few basic materials. You can make your kite any color or length you want, and you can...
How to
Blow Out Eggs
One of the most popular Easter crafts you'll find on Pinterest is beautiful blown-out eggs, which are empty eggshells that have the yolks removed. They're perfect if you want a decoration that will last for years without...
How to
Make Papyrus
''Learn the Ancient Egyptian art of papyrus-making for DIY paper'' Long before paper came into existence, the Egyptians devised a way to create a sort of early version of paper called papyrus. In fact, our word for paper...
How to
Make a Pencil Case
Making your own pencil case can be fun way to end up with a unique, personalized pencil case that you'll be happy to carry around. Best of all, there are lots of different ways to make a pencil case to meet your needs. O...
How to
Make Cornstarch Paste
Cornstarch paste is a fairly simple replacement for store-bought glue. It's convenient because it's cheaper, you know what's in it, and it works. Cornstarch paste is also great for parents whose little ones have heavy ...
How to
Preserve a Starfish for a Decoration
Starfish make for great decorations when you bring them home from the beach. To avoid stinking up your centerpiece, though, it helps to learn to preserve them properly, drying them out with alcohol and learning to displa...
How to
Make a Money Tree
Plus, how to plant your own money tree in Animal Crossing! Cash doesn’t grow on trees, but money trees are a fun exception to this rule. They’re a great gift for loved ones, and can also serve as a fun decoration for...
How to
Make a Rain Stick
Rain sticks produce the soothing sounds of rain falling, a calming sound that puts people at ease. You can construct one of these percussion instruments out of recycled materials you already have in your home. Creating a...
Choosing Decor Colors That Match with Light Blue
Crafting and DIY expert Vanessa Cavmar shares the perfect colors to complement light blueLight blue is a fresh, serene color that instills a sense of peace and calm. It’s a versatile shade that looks gorgeous in bathro...
How to
Make a Ball
Balls provide endless entertainment for kids and adults alike, so make your own if you want a fun toy to play with this weekend. But there are balls for other occasions, too. If you’re having a rough week, for instance...
How to
Make a Large Christmas Star
This article explains how to quickly and cheaply make a Christmas star to put the exclamation point on your Christmas light display.
How to
Put Up Fake Spider Webs
As we get into the Halloween season, you might be looking for a way to make your home a little scarier. If you want to make anyone who’s scared of creepy crawlers squirm, try adding some fake spiderwebs to your decorat...
How to
Hang Garland Around Your Front Door
Crafting and DIY expert Vanessa Cavmar shares the easiest way to wrap garland around your doorA garland hanging on your front door shows guests that you are in the holiday spirit, and adds a simple yet beautiful aesthet...
How to
Hang Garland on Stairs
Crafting and DIY expert Vanessa Cavmar explains how to secure garland onto your staircaseGarland is a fun and festive decoration for mantles, doorways, and even staircases! You can quickly and easily make your staircase ...
