tag: how-to
How to: Zippers (Part 3)
Let me introduce you to my favorite zipper, Miss Invisible! I'll cover how to put one in using a handy foot and also how to finish it off, top and bottom!
How To: Cozy Your Curtains with a Crocheted Curtain Tieback
Let a little light in with curtain tiebacks. This step-by-step tutorial will show you how. )
Book Review: Complete Embellishing
I love Kayte Terry's crafts and designs, and her new embellishment book is amazing, too!
How to Make a Finger-Wrapped Pom-Pom
If you want to make a pom-pom without the fuss of tools, use nothing but your own two hands and follow these steps.
Zippers (Part 1)
Zippers. They almost succeeded in ending my sewing passion. In part one of this series, let's look at a standard garment zipper and pick up some pointers on the way!
How to Make a Simple Bead-on-a-Wire Necklace
I made this simple, streamlined necklace to spotlight a single pink pearl and finished it with coordinating chain on both sides. You can make your own version to show off any favorite bead!
Lee Meredith's DIY Jewelry Frame and Knitting Needle Accessories
Crafter extraordinaire Lee Meredith of Leethal.net recently posted this quick project idea: a jewelry rack made with fishnet stockings stretched over an old frame! Don't miss her recycled knitting-needle jewelry, too.
How to Create a Rolled Hem
Nearly every area of sewing requires you to know how to create a rolled hem at some point. Here are some tricks to help you consistently sew the best rolled hem on your project.
How to Organize Your Necklaces, Earrings, and Hair Clips
Keeping your beads and crafty supplies organized and accessible is challenging enough, but once you've made yourself a handful of necklaces, earrings, and hair clips, how do you keep those neat and tangle-free? I've finally found the perfect jewelry organizer to display my collection, and here's a great idea on how to make your own, too.
How to Organize Your Brooches and Pins
Once you've collected or made yourself a handful of brooches and buttons, how do you keep them organized and off your dresser or nightstand? I've come up with a simple solution to display my favorites.
Everything Old Can Be New Again: Make a Token Necklace
Transform foreign currency or subway tokens into a hip necklace.
Embroidered Onesie Wonders
Here are the onesies I promised from the Urban Threads Embroidery post!
Urban Awesome Embroidery Designs
If you're looking for fun, trendy embroidery designs this is your site!
How to buy a sewing machine
If you're looking for a sewing machine, here are some tips and hints on things to consider in the process!
How To: Make an S-Clasp
If you're interested in making a simple handmade clasp for your jewelry, the S-clasp is a great one to get started with. Here's how to do it!
How To: Organizing Findings and Supplies
If you do much jewelry-making and beading, you probably have a million things to keep track of—jump rings, wire, clasps... Here's how I keep mine organized and easy to grab when I'm working on a project.
Live Crafty How-Tos at Etsy All Month!
Check out these great how-tos at Etsy: screenprinting, glass etching, sewing, and of course some amazing jewelry-making and beading projects.
July Is How-To Month at Etsy
Starting today, Etsy Virtual Labs will have how-to sessions with expert videos and easy to follow tutorials in all areas of interest!
Check Out SWAK Embroidery.com and Enter to Win a New Janome 350E!
Seal it with a kiss and enter to win this fantastic embroidery-only machine—it's the perfect companion to your trusted sewing machine!
How To: Simple Drop Earrings!
Choose two of your favorite beads and turn them into a quick, simple pair of earrings or embellishments...all you'll need are pliers, wire or eyepins, and a few minutes!
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