The Thread Wrapping Machine
Designer Anton Alvarez has conjured up a fascinating contraption for joining materials together with thread and glue called The Thread Wrapping Machine.
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Knitting Sculpture from Paper and Glue
Graphic Designer Lusi Klimenko used nothing but paper and glue to create this amazing sculpture of a basket overflowing with knitting paraphernalia.
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Craft Adhesives Overview
Ever wonder which craft adhesive will work best for the project you have in mind? Never fear! Katie at Lemon Jitters will walk you through the basics of 8 common adhesives so you’ll know what to reach for next time you’re in a sticky situation. (Sorry, I couldn’t help myself.) [Via Grosgrain] More: Ask CRAFT: […]
Continue ReadingHow-To: Crackle Paint Finish with Elmer’s Glue
Did you know that you can create a weathered crackle finish on wood and fabric with just paint and Elmer’s glue? Check out this crackle paint finish tutorial from Ann at Make the Best of Things to see how it’s done! More: Chocolate Crackle Cookies @Craftzine.com blog Geometric Tape Painting @Craftzine.com blog 7 Tips for […]
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Stop Snoops in Their Tracks with the Talking Booby Trap
Need a way to protect your wares from sneaky snoops? With some light soldering to a basic recording module, a small assortment of tools and components, some clothespin hacking (yes, seriously), and other parts you probably already have around the house, you can make your own Talking Booby Trap! Like all ambushes, you arm and […]
Continue ReadingHow-To: Watermark Tee
Here’s a lovely resist-dye technique from Kari of Sweet Verbena, guest blogging at Ucreate. She used a readily-available gel glue to write and draw on plain tees, and then dunked them in dye. The glue prevents the dye from soaking in, creating a subtle pattern in white, and then it washes away completely. How pretty!
Continue ReadingHow-To: Noodle Monster Suncatcher
By Jessica Wilson This is a favorite mess-happy project that I have been doing for years. Until recently, I usually stuck with funky noodle shapes made from your average semolina or wheat pastas. But lately, I like rice noodles, as they are wee bit more translucent than your average noodle and they’re gluten-free. Taking inspiration […]
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