Rug braiding is an ancient art that produces a circular rug out of rags or scraps of fabric. Wool fabric makes an exceptionally durable and soft braided rug. For an added beauty, combine many different colors and create patterns as you braid. When braiding your rug pieces together, lace the strands

Building a model bridge is not only an amusing way to spend a rainy afternoon, it is educational too. Build one yourself or include your child in the architectural activity. With a little planning and a few craft supplies, you can build a model bridge to place on your mantel or to drive toy cars ove

If you know a little girl who loves Barbie dolls, chances are she also loves changing Barbie's outfit on a regular basis. If you can crochet, you can create a one-of-a-kind wardrobe for Barbie; use one basic dress formula with small changes to the length or straps in order to make Barbie several dif

Popsicle sticks can be used to create a wide variety of craft projects, including a medieval or frontier tower. You can make a Popsicle stick tower as a supplement for your history curriculum, to include in your science fair project, or simply to make for the fun of it. Everything you will need for

If you need more storage in your closet or need a convenient spot to store magazines, you can make your own wire storage rack. Recycle your old metal coat hangers for this project. They come in handy as long as you have the proper tools to work with them. They are also convenient because they alread

Unique and thoughtful, homemade cards are almost always appreciated by their recipients. While a simple, rectangular or square-shaped homemade card can be lovely, cards that are shaped like unusual items, such as animals, are particularly special. If the recipient of your card appreciates giraffes,

Three-tier skirts are versatile and comfortable clothing items. Due to the casual and flowing nature of the garment, the skirt can conveniently packed and worn without ironing while traveling. Because the sewing is simple, the project is suitable for beginning to intermediate seamstresses. Utilize

Make winter-themed crafts with supplies you may have on hand.Snowman Ornament image by KateC from Fotolia.comShow children how to make simple winter crafts with materials from around the house or left over from other projects. With a little adult help for young ones (depending on their...

A wooden treasure chest is a project that you can make together with your children. When you have a limited amount of wood to work with, you can choose to make miniature wooden treasure chests, rather than a large chest. This way, each of your children can have one to play make-believe with. Once th

The Grimm's fairy tale of Rapunzel tells of a a young maiden with long golden hair who is rescued from a tower prison by a prince. In 2010, Disney remade the classic story with their own spin and rekindled children's fascination with Rapunzel. Children can celebrate their interest in the fairy tale

Building a 3D castle for an art project can help students to learn about the architecture and design features of different styles of castles, such as turrets, drawbridges and towers. Using a range of materials illustrates the wide variety of items an artist can use to create a beautiful work of art.

Leaves are often used for crafting in autumn, when they are most colorful. Whether they are used for making colorful wreaths or pressed under waxed paper, leaves are one of nature's most flexible crafting materials. In any season, knowing how to wax a leaf can help you build a collection of deciduou

Enlighten kids about the Bible with creative activities.bible image by Horticulture from Fotolia.comTeaching students about the Bible and helping your children to better understand the stories they learned in Sunday School both offer opportunities to encourage kids to be creative and...

Printing your own photos onto fabric is a popular way to personalize quilts and clothing. Before the digital age this process required using a liquid that destroyed the photo and wasn't the most permanent solution. Today it's quick and easy to run fabric through your printer and achieve professiona

Anyone learning a new language faces the challenge of having to change a newly learned verb to a different form depending upon whom the verb refers. Almost all languages conjugate verbs, even the English language. If English is your native tongue, you conjugate verbs hundreds of times daily unconsci

Craft stores have hundreds of patterns and macramé projects for kids who are just starting out. Knots can be made without a lot of supplies; jute or cord is the only absolute necessity. For kids just starting to macramé, some instructors like to provide gridded project board to help the ch

Beading is a craft that has been around for thousands of years, since primitive man first picked up tools. The craft of adorning a material with colorful beads is a passion for many; some beaders consider beading to be a meditational experience. From bracelets to doll clothes, amulets to belts, any

Russians have survived some of the coldest winters on the planet for centuries, and they've done so primarily without the benefits of modern products like insulated boots and synthetic fibers. To keep their feet warm, Russians traditionally wore felted (or fulled) woolen boots known as valenki. Vale