Perfect Summer Bangle
Here's a fun tutorial on how to make a message bangle that's one-of-a-kind, done in the sun, waterproof and weatherproof. Even after several trips to the beach, it won't fade or wash off! Essentially, it's the Perfect Summer Bangle. Used in this tutorial: Inkodye Red Prepare. Transcribe. Perfect. Pour. Brush. Wipe. Wrap. Tape. Expose. Develop. Cut. Reveal. Wash. Enjoy.
DROPS Pattern Library: Lace patterns
DROPS pattern library contains patterns, and it keeps growing every day! The DROPS designers want you to see how these different techniques will look when applied to a knitting or crochet project. This is a very useful tool when you are looking for inspiration for own designs. Remember that by switching between yarn quality thicknesses and by picking a different knitting tension you will be able to create a new aspect to the design. NOTE: Click on the flag/link under the picture to go to the full pattern. Back to the School of Handcraft Sort by: Yarn quality | DROPS number | Pattern type
Vickie Reynolds Solves the Mystery Doily!
Vickie Reynolds Solves the Mystery Doily! Last year I shared this doily with tatters. I called it the mystery doily because it was a mystery to me how they did it!. Mystery Doily Original Mystery Doily Original Full Mystery Doily Edge Mystery Doily Row123 Mystery Doily Center And here is the solution worked out: R1 2-2-2-2, RW CH1 2, RW R2 2+2-2-2 (to last picot of previous ring), RW CH2 Repeat CH1 R3 Repeat R2 CH3 Repeat CH1 R4 Repeat R2 CH4 Repeat CH1 R5 Repeat R2 CH5 Repeat R2 R6 Repeat R2 CH6 4-4-4, shuttle join to last picot of last ring, RW, SS, 4-4, RW (long chain) R7 2+2-2-2 (join to 2nd picot of CH6), RW CH7 Repeat CH1 R8 Repeat R2 CH8 Repeat CH1 R9 Repeat R2 CH9 Repeat CH1 R10 Repeat R2 CH10 4+4-4 (join to last picot of last long chain). shuttle join to last picot of last ring,. Repeat R11 - CH20 until there are 8 complete inner clusters joining at appropriate picots to close the round, cut, tie and hide ends. Any questions? AKTATTER@aol.com
Hobo Stove | Practical Survivor
Urban survival is a tricky subject to discuss. There are advantages to urban survival. Anywhere you look there are items in trash cans and dumpsters that can be used to improve a survival situation. Cardboard boxes can be used for shelter, newspapers can be used for insulation and to the practical survivor another persons trash can be a treasure. In this case we will use a coffee can to build a stove. Whether you call it a hobo stove, can stove, or just a survival stove, this is a cheap effective way to both cook and stay warm. Keep an open mind during any survival situation. Whether backpacking, camping, or surviving, having a way to cook can make a huge difference. A coffee can or large vegetable/ravioli can will allow you to build a stove and cook. Items used to build this stove: * Coffee can * Can opener * Tin snips * Drill and drill bits * Metal coat hanger There are many methods that could be used to build this stove. The top side of a coffee can is already opened. Materials:
DIY Chan Luu Bracelet «
My goal this holiday season was to really try my best to make some homemade gifts. So far I’m doing pretty well with my wreath, some burlap covered candles, some personalized coasters and this past weekend I gave a try at some jewelry. You may have noticed how wrap bracelets are everywhere lately. I love love the look of these bracelets. I did the top bracelet by simply following this tutorial. 1. 2.Bring your needle up under the right cord through the center and pull the thread through. 3. 4. You will just continue to do this for every bead. I love my followers so come and join!! Like this: Like Loading... Related Leather Wrap Bracelet The other day I was in Michael's craft store grabbing some material for a small project I'm working on when I walked by the jewelry isle. With 2 comments Another {DIY} Bracelet I don't know what has gotten into me but I'm on a major bracelet kit. With 6 comments Summer Wrap-Up The summer has officially ended, at least for me!
How to Make Simple Crochet Slippers « Crafts
IMPORTANT NOTE: This pattern uses US crochet terminology. You can find the SLIPPER SIZE, YARN and HOOK specifications at the end of this article !!! (To see more of my patterns, please visit my ONLINE SHOP!) I am an addict. An addict for crochet slippers. It all began when I saw slippers similar to these somewhere on the internet. I loved them so much I couldn’t get their tempting image out of my head. All I needed was a pattern. But because I am terribly, terribly impatient, I found creating my own pattern quicker than looking for an official one on the web. And since I’m no crochet guru, the pattern turned out to be really simple. Actually, these slippers might be the simplest slippers in the universe. Or not. But they might. This is what I did… Round 1: 5 ch (chain stitch); join into ring with sl st (slip stitch) Round 2: 3 ch; 7 dc (double crochet stitch) into the center of the ring; join with sl st Round 3: 3 ch; 1 dc into first stitch; 2 dc into each next stitch; join with sl st Row 14: turn (!)
"Arches" doily
This is my original design, which I came up with many years ago. It's just basic tatting with one shuttle and a ball of thread. Enjoy! For pdf of this pattern, click here. Doily measures about 6 inches in diameter when made in size 30 crochet cotton. Center: R 12--12. Rnd 1: R 4+4 (to p on ch of center). Rnd 2: R 12+12 (to middle p of ch on previous rnd). Rnd 3: This rnd is all chains. Rnd 4: This rnd is all chains. Final rnd: R4+4 (to last p of an arch of previous rnd). p of next arch of previous rnd). "Arches" doily © Marilee Rockley 2009 Abbreviations: R ringCh chainrnd round- picot-- large picot+ joinj joinp picotRW reverse worksep separatedbet betweends double stitch
Bramble Berry Soap Making Supplies | Mineral Make-Up
Want to make your own all natural mineral make-up? Maybe you want to know down to the last ingredient what you put on your skin or maybe you just can't find that perfect shade of lipstick. Bramble Berry has everything you need to make customized mineral make-up. Info and Inspiration Learn how to get the perfect smoky eye and a fabulous mossy green eye shadow recipe over at the Soap Queen Blog.
DIY of the Month: Braided T-shirt Bracelet
How To: Give your old t-shirts a second life. Sorry dust rag pile! photos: kirsten for we heart this I love using simple materials to make something fun and innovative. As with most of my DIY’s for wht, this is very customizable. Supplies: • T-shirt scraps • 2 keychain rings • Scissors • Needles and thread • Glue gun • Ruler 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. More Options: • Add a strand of metallic thread into the braid • Add charms to the key rings or actual strips of fabric • Use the colors of your school or favorite sports team, or coordinate it with your latest spring outfit Readers – do you have an favorite T just waiting to be turned into a new bracelet? Kirsten of Studs-and-Pearls.com is currently in graduate school, working towards her Masters of Science in Nutrition.
