Pulling together a puppet using minimal materials is a great skill to have. Especially on a rainy day when you're kids can't go outside and have nothing to do.

The idea of basket weaving as a form of therapy, traditionally used for patients with mental illness is often laughed at. But in a way, there is wisdom in the use of crafts for having a calming effect...

Learn about some fun bird house crafts you can make for both you and your garden birds.

Sewing and embroidery adds dimension without a lot of bulk and has the added benefit of attaching elements to the page in the process. You can sew by hand or with your machine. Both techniques are easier than you might think. Here is a simple how to.

Have you ever wondered how such beautiful basket creations are crafted through the practice of basket-making? Basketry is an art form. Each basket, being handcrafted, is unique and no two baskets will be exactly alike.

These tips take crafters beyond the basic bath salt recipe of fragrance plus bulk salt. It contains five simple tips to make a more sell-able or gift-able product.

If you haven't tried cross stitching on plastic canvas, you should. With plastic canvas, you can create unique cross stitch projects that you can't create with fabric. For instance, because the plastic is firm, you can even create stunning three-dimensional projects...

Here is a strategy for adding profit onto existing soap and candle businesses without a lot of extra money, time, or work. Even part-time or hobby sellers can benefit.

After you spend many hours creating a beautiful cross stitch picture, the last thing you want to do is damage it during cleaning. Many experts suggest you always clean your projects when you finish to remove the oils left behind when you touched the cloth. These oils can attract a suprisingly large amount of dirt over time...

Finding the right brushes and becoming familiar with the texture and nuances of oil paint is critical to successfully using this medium.