DIY paper mache flowers
Paper mache is an ancient craft technique widely used in crafts for children and adults, which makes it a super fun activity to do as a family. When the paper mache mixture is ready, it has the consistency of clay and is malleable. However, when it dries, it becomes hard and resistant. Paper mache flowers
Cricut Maker vs Cricut Maker 3
When working with vinyl and other materials that need precise cutting, Cricut machines might be your best friends! They will ensure you the cleanest cuts on many different materials. Depending on what use you want to give them, you can choose one of the different types of cutting machines Cricut has to offer. However, it’s
What is transfer paper? I solve your questions!
Heat transfer paper is the solution for many craft projects that require printing on fabric, and I am sure you have heard it mentioned more than once. Transfer paper allows you to create custom designs on fabric with just a hand iron and an inkjet printer. But perhaps you have never used it and you
A quick guide through trending clay earring ideas
Earrings have been an important part of our outfits ever since the ancient Egyptians, if not more. They are accessories that complete our looks, either by matching our clothes or creating contrast with them. Jewels made of precious stones or metals have always been the most popular, but nowadays almost any material and design can
Alcohol ink tumbler ideas and tutorial to do it at home
Alcohol ink tumblers are a beautiful trend if we talk about combining bazaar and crafts. The color patterns that you can get with this technique are amazing. If you have been looking for alcohol ink tumbler ideas, you will have seen that you can make very different and colorful designs. You can even use tumblers
How to choose the perfect drill for stones and other tips
When using natural materials for ornamental pieces, such as jewelry or decorative objects, we might need to adapt them. For example, manufactured rhinestones or pendants already have little holes where you can pass chains or thread through to make earrings or necklaces. However, if you are using stones or seashells, you need to make these
How to do reverse tie dye
Bleach-dyeing allows you to remove color from the fibers of the fabric rather than add it. With this method you can customize your clothes with a unique design and a simple and fast way. Learn how to reverse tie dye to give your clothes a unique design. Reverse tie dye For this dyeing method you
How to fix a zipper on a bag
Zippers were invented somewhere between the 19th and 20th centuries, and they were updated until they became what we know today. They changed how we put on our clothes, and we protect our luggage. They have made dressing up much faster, as we can simply zip up a jacket from top to bottom in a
How to transfer a picture onto a shirt. 2 ways!
Ironing prints on t-shirts is an excellent and easy way to personalize your clothes. You can print images or photos to personalize clothing as a gift for someone, for any special event or for yourself as a unique fashion item of clothing. So if you wonder how to transfer a picture onto a shirt keep
What are the sewing machine needle sizes? (Quick guide)
When using a sewing machine, there are a few specifications you need to keep in mind depending on the project you are working on. You need to think about the thread, the fabric you are using, and the size of the needle, which can make a whole difference on the final results. However, we need
Hot Glue Remover
Although it may seem that hot glue is complicated or impossible to remove, the good news is that removing hot glue is possible, so if you make a mistake or have stained something you did not want, do not get frustrated, there is a solution! In this article, I will explain how to remove hot
How to remove yellow stains from your clothes
Time and use can have a negative effect on the clothes you use every day. The combination of wear, cleansing products and perfumes can create stains on the fabric. For example, the mix of the components in deodorants and sweat can create yellow stains, especially on white clothes or other clear colors. Let’s see how
Anatomy class: parts of a sewing machine
If you use your sewing machine often or if you are just getting started in the world of sewing, it is very important to know the names of the parts of sewing machine and their functions. While all sewing machines are different, most share basic features that are similar to one another. In this article
Top 5 best heat press machine options
Once you’ve got the sublimation fever, you can’t escape it. There are different techniques and methods you can use to stamp your clothes with nice, durable designs, depending on the materials you are using, and what you want these projects done for. If you are making a few projects to give your family as a
How to remove embroidery quickly
Embroidery is an excellent way to embellish your clothing or accessories, either decoratively or to personalize clothing with a company logo. However, there are times when we want to remove embroidery for different reasons, for example, because we don’t like the design, the size, or the colors, because we don’t want to promote a brand
How to make waterfall ribbon Christmas tree decorations
The most traditional decorations for the Christmas season include balls and lights, but there are many ideas you can think of to make your own decorations and achieve the most wonderful and original Christmas tree. You can use pinecones, candles or even origami pieces and hang them from its branches, but you can also use
How to fray bottom of jeans. Best way!
What if I tell you that you can be fashionable by customizing your jeans at home? The fashion for frayed jeans is back and it’s so easy to do it with your own hands. In this step by step tutorial, I will explain the step by step of how to fray bottom of jeans and
How to iron on patches in 5 easy steps
Patches are an excellent tool to modify your clothes and make them look completely different. Patches for clothing can be ironed on any fabric that can be ironed on, for example, you can use jacket patches, shirts, jeans, hats, pants, skirts, etc. With this step by step tutorial you will learn how to iron on
How to starch jeans and why is it useful
Along years, many of the techniques people used changed. Many of them were updated in correlation with new technology, while others simply fell out of use. In opposition, many other techniques that had become obsolete are lately striking back for many reasons. Sometimes, new techniques require products, money or equipment that are not available for
Can you unshrink clothes after an accident in the dryer?
Washing clothes with hot water and drying them in the dryer can be a risky game to play! There are high chances to shrink your clothes by accident. Some people might use this phenomenon in their favor in case they need to tighten their clothes a little bit, but most people didn’t expect their clothes