Learn How to bead, knit, quilt, sew etc.
The basic three-stranded braid is easy to master and has a variety of uses ‘ straps, decorative trim, jewelry and more. You can use these directions to braid hair, ribbon, rope, cording and other materials. Steps: 1. Take three equal pieces of string and tie the three ends together tightly with a rubber band or […]
A bead can be embellished in a variety of ways. Here’s how to make two pieces for your bead: dots and lines, which you may use separately or combined to embellish it. After you’ve finished step 13 of the Related eHow “How to Make Glass Beads,” move on to this eHow. Connecting the Dots Steps: […]
Using good quality wire, you can construct your own earring wires. Steps: 1. Cut two 2 1/2-inch long pieces of 26-gauge wire. 2. Make a loop on one end of each wire with round nose pliers by clamping the wire end in the pliers and twisting to form a loop. As much as feasible, the […]
Make those drab Christmas balls into something lovely. Steps: 1. Purchase a set of transparent Christmas balls. 2. Arrange the Redi Lead design according to your preferences. 3. Remove the paper backing from the lead and roll it into a ball. 4. Squeeze a Window Color right onto the ball, filling in the spaces where […]
This is a fun activity for a teenager to do, and it also makes a wonderful present. This pattern yields a necklace that measures around 25 inches in length. Steps: 1. Select a chain weight that corresponds to the size of your beads. Choose a small, light chain if you’re using fragile beads. 2. Cut […]
Polished stones can be used to create attractive, natural-looking jewelry. Steps: 1. For earrings and a necklace set, use stones that are as similar as feasible. 2. Decide whether you want to wear post or wire earrings. 3. Use a clear-drying glue or epoxy to attach the stone to an earring post. 4. Glue a […]
Curtains in author Mark Twain’s Connecticut mansion sparkled with thousands of tiny beads embroidered onto the fabric. For a touch of Victorian elegance, add beads as you sew. Steps: Make a backstitch – begin at the right end of the pattern line. Visualize points 4-3-1-2 an equal distance apart along the line. Bring the needle […]
Whip up a few pins to wear to work and maybe a few for your co-workers just to say “thanks”. Each pin costs between a few cents to fifty cents depending on the type of pin back you use. Felt Pin Trace cookie cutter shape onto felt. Fold the felt and cut two pieces. This […]
You only need a few items to complete this necklace. Once you’re done, you’ll have the basic skills necessary to tackle more complex beading and jewelry projects. Steps: Choose a length for your necklace and purchase that much beading thread, plus a few extra inches. Make sure you have enough beads, including spacer […]
After you’ve mastered the art of making simple spherical glass beads, you can move on to creating beads in a variety of shapes. Here are three of the simplest to make. How to Make a Cylindrical Bead Steps: Begin by making a simple molten bead on a mandrel. The molten bead should be removed from […]
This is a wonderful way to use up those weird beads that tend to accumulate in your bead box all the time. Beading Wire with Beads Steps: A 20-gauge wire is a good choice. Coated jewelry wire, flex wire, or gold- or silver-plated wire can all be used. Cut a 4 inch or longer piece […]
Belts are one of the easiest leather-working crafts to complete and make a terrific present for anyone. Steps: For your belt, go with leather and a buckle. Belts are most typically made from vegetable-tanned leather, which can be easily tooled and coloured. Make a belt out of the leather. See “How to Cut Leather” for […]
