ReMaking History – Bag Press
Travel back in time with Bill Gurstelle as he teaches how to make a bit of ancient technology, the Egyptian bag press. Make your own bag press and enjoy fresh squeezed juice, the really old school way!
Craft & Design
From traditional crafts to modern crafts, we’re covering news and interesting projects to educate you and keep you inspired. Design trends and pop culture related projects are here to inspire.
Knitted Sweaters For Guinea Pigs
Between hens and penguins, it’s no doubt that we are suckers for cute animals in even cuter hand knit sweaters. These sweet little guinea pigs were featured on Cute Overload, sporting the handiwork of their loving owner, Savannah, and her sister Jillian. I think we may be at the point of making a category specifically […]
How-To: Convert Your Converse in to Slip On Shoes
How brilliant is this tutorial from Instructables user, scoochmaroo? See how to turn your Chucks in to easy slip on shoes that look super cool. [via Poppytalk] More: Intern’s Corner: Reupholstering Converse All Stars @Craftzine.com blog Converse And Marimekko @Craftzine.com blog How To: Converse Birthday Cake @Craftzine.com blog
How-To: Hair Chalking
I grew up watching Rainbow Brite in the 80s, so from a very young age, I’ve been absolutely obsessed with bright hair colors. I have dyed green stripes in my hair right now, but I’m seriously considering temporarily adding a few new colors with this hair chalking video tutorial from Kandee Johnson! Get ready to […]
Matthew McConaughey Amigurumi Crocheted Doll
I’m not quite sure where to start with the awesomeness that is this amigurumi crocheted Matthew McConaughey doll from Alison at Crafty is Cool. From the hair to the bongo drum, everything about it blows my mind. But, I’m going to just jump right in there and say what we’re all thinking: Holy crocheted buns, […]
How-To: Möbius Strip Wrist Band
Inspired by by XKCD #88, Instructables user Kiteman set out to make his own Möbius strip wristband, by the obvious method: Cutting a silicone wrist band, flipping one end over, and gluing it back together. He experimented with various adhesives before settling on Gorilla Glue. I would want to experiment with a silicone-based adhesive like Devcon 12045. Also, FWIW, it’s not expensive to have custom debossed silicone wristbands made, even in single-digit quantities.
DIY Maxi Dress
This DIY maxi dress tutorial by Sweet Verbana is making me think spring! The shape and pattern is really simple making it an easy project to whip up.