For as long as I can remember, I've always sucked at wrapping presents. No matter how careful I am, my gift-wrapping usually ends up looking like a toddler did it, so I'm always looking for easy ways to spruce up my packages. If you've got a lot of gifts to wrap, store-bought ...more
This cardmaking tutorial is part 3 of a mini series all about the Creative Expressions Gemini Die called Corvus. I have made this pretty pink & white card using a different method for using the die and it is inset rather then used with edges. Step 1: Items Used White A4 card ...more
Now this is cool: Turn those custom frame and border shapes into reflective ribbons, frames and bows! You have to watch this one to believe it. This video is roughly 22 megabytes in size; it may take a few minutes to load.
In this two-part tutorial, learn how to create cute pew bows out of ribbon. Perfect to accent a craft project such as a scrapbook or to fasten on a headband, learn how to make these bows easily with these step by step instructions in this two-part video tutorial. Do it yoursel ...more
This video shows you how to make loopy ribbon bows as a decoration for your cake topper.
Hair bows are adorable for all ages, and in this simple, easy tutorial, our hostess gives us first the materials we will need to construct our own. A piece of cardboard, a sewing needle and thread, a rubber band, and of course the little fabric pieces referred to as "spikes," ...more
You have many great memories to share. Why not collect them all in one book? Learn the fun and meaningful craft of scrapbooking. In this video how-to, learn how to get started on your scrapbooking adventure. You Will Need: • A theme • A scrapbooking album • Photos • Memor ...more
If you feel your Christmas tree looks naked without some fancy schmancy star or topper on the highest of its boughs, then this pretty Christmas tree bow topper project is perfect for you. Give you shining star some R and R this year and put together this easy, extravagant bur ...more
French braids are timeless hairstyles that make you look elegant and put together whether you're simply headed for Biology class or you're assembling a beautiful hairdo for a wedding. But don't you ever feel the need to spice things up every once in a while? Take a gander at ...more
A dowager bun may not sound familiar to you, but you've probably seen more than a handful at fancy holiday parties and soirees. Dowagers are the widows of deceased landholder husbands. But while this is the grim origin of dowagers and "uptight" and high dowager buns, today the ...more
If you're lucky enough to have a large, winding staircase, there's no reason not to dress it to the nines for this holiday season. Make sure that your party guests' jaws drop to the floor once you open the door by decorating your staircase with this gorgeous golden splendor th ...more
In order to make Decorative Black Bows for cakes, you will need the following: sugar floral paste, a small rolling pin, a strip cutter, ruler, sugar glue, a paint brush, Roll the paste out really thin. Use the strip cutter to cut the paste. This will allow you to be certain t ...more
In this how-to video, you will learn how to make a disposable baby diaper wreath. You will need 20 size 1 disposable diapers and a wreath that is 12" to 18". Scissors, ribbon, and bows will be needed. Purchase some baby accessories such as pacifiers and toys. First, open the d ...more
This video gives a demonstration of how to tie pointe shoes for ballet. The shoes are already on the dancers foot. First, take the wide ribbons and cross them over the top of the foot smoothly. Bring them up behind the ankle, right at the ankle bones. Cross them again at the a ...more
Add instant elegance to your look by pulling your hair into a classic updo. You Will Need: * Unwashed, ponytail-length hair * A comb * A teasing comb * An elastic band * Bobby pins * Hot or Velcro rollers, or a curling iron (optional) * A bristle brush (optional) * Decorativ ...more
This video goes over traditional wrapping - using tissue paper, wrapping paper, ribbons and bows. But if you just can't get the fiddly bits right, or your gift is oddly shaped, then this video will also show you how to use a gift bag!
You can use this tutorial to decorate any plain or boring pair of shoes in your closet. The easiest way is to make a pair of cute bows from ribbon matching the color of your shoes, and attach them to the toes. Part 1 of 2 - How to Dress up a boring pair of shoes with cute bows ...more
Want to get started arranging your own vases to fit the design of your home? When arranging flowers and ribbons, choose a simple vase first, use greenery to fill out the vase, and wrap a beautiful bow around. Learn a few tricks on how to arrange flowers like a pro with helpful ...more
Make something special for someone you love with help from Dawn of Stampin Up! This card features a layered butterfly made of ribbon and glitter... perfect to accompany a gift during springtime. Get crafty with Stampin' Up!
This is a video tutorial in the Hosting & Entertaining category where you are going to learn how to decorate your Christmas tree with big impact using ribbon. You begin the process by fluffing. Choose two beautiful ribbons. Try different ribbon combinations like metallic and s ...more
In this video we learn how to make Christmas bows. First, take the ribbon and then tie it into two separate one sided bows. Connect these together at the bottom and then continue to make these shapes and connecting them to the same brad. Once you are finished, put double sided ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make Styrofoam and fabric Christmas ornaments. First, shape the Styrofoam into a ball and then grab the fabric you want to place around it. Place the ball into the fabric, then tie it at the top with a ribbon and some string. After this, you w ...more
Make a simple, elegant card using Winter Woodland. Go to page 50 of manual. Cut tag and skater at 3 inches. Use 8 1/2 x 11 cardstock and cut vertically to 4 1/4 inch. Fold from top to bottom. Round corners of cardstock and red matte. Make red matte 4x5. Run red matte through c ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to tie ballet slippers. First, flatted the back heel of the shoe. Next, sew the sew from the inside so the elastic isn't sticking out. Then, take the drawstring and pull the shoes on so they fit snugly. Be careful not to pull it to tight. Then, t ...more
Take the clay, roll it out to make a pretty thin sheet. Take the square cutter and cut out two pieces from the clay sheet. Meet opposite corners of each square to form a triangular form but squishing only in the middle. Bend slightly outwards the unsquished corners of each tri ...more
Learn how to make a kissing ball for Christmas with these steps outlined in this video tutorial. A kissing ball is essentially a bunch of pine boughs in the shape of a ball decorated with red ribbon and pine cones that can be used as seasonal decorations. You need to cut the b ...more
This video shows how to use baby socks to make cute decorative roses. Take one sock and lay it flat on a table. Roll it up starting at the toe. When you get to the end of the sock fold the ankle opening over the rolled up part of the sock, then arrange the "flower petals." You ...more
This video is a tutorial on how to make a baby diaper cake. To begin, you will need to roll all your baby diapers from the waist down and secure them with rubber bands. Your top tier will have 8 diapers, the middle tier will have 19 diapers, and the bottom tier will have 40 di ...more
This video is a tutorial on how to make a diaper cake. The cake is not edible. To begin, you will need a pack of diapers and rubber bands. Roll up the diapers from the waist down and secure them with the rubber bands. Put several rubber bands around a bottle of wine and secure ...more
Cardcrazy09 teaches you how to make a thank you card using Cricut. You will need the Walk in my garden cartridge for this. The card itself is a Martha Stewart piece of double sided cardboard. You will need different types of punches to create the white decorative part and the ...more
Mary demonstrates how to make a card using graphically speaking cartridge, in this video. She cuts out the outline of a heeled shoe and the image of the shoe in silver, both measuring 2 inches. Then the words fabulous and simply are cut out, both measuring 1.5 inches. The outl ...more
The beauty of home crafting projects is in transforming old junk into something you can use. Host Heather's how-to video shows how to make quick and easy napkin rings to add a little bit of flair to the table. You will need plastic shower curtain rings, clippers, ribbon, rhine ...more
Tired of boring and ugly slippers? Learn how to make decorative slippers with fabric, ribbons and silk flowers, in this free clothing and accessories video series. Part 1 of 8 - How to Decorate slippers. Decorate slippers - Part 2 of 8. Click through to watch this video on exp ...more
To start you will need a craft bag. They can be found at Michaels but they can be difficult to find. Take the bottom flap of bag and fold it over. The bags will be cut down to 4 and 3/8. You will next need your pink pirouette cardstocks, one will be 5 3/4 x 3 5/8 and it will b ...more
In this video, you will learn how to create a custom gift bag. Before you watch, you will want to download the pdf template for the bag, by visiting artycrafty.wordpress.com. First, you will print the template out onto decorative craft paper, which should be A4 letter-sized. N ...more
In this how to video, you will learn how to make the finishing edges on pieces of ribbons. The hardest part is getting the spikes even on both sides. Fold up the ribbon so the two ends meet. If the spike is just a single angle, tape the edges at the top. If the spike has a cen ...more
This video demonstrates how to emboss a button and then use it as an emblishment on a card. Start by covering your stamp with clear VersaMark Ink. Holding your button with pliers, carefully press your button onto the stamp. Next, take your embossing powder and sprinkle it on t ...more
Creativity Prompt demonstrates how to turn a yogurt container into a mini-album. First, measure the lid's diameter. Then, cut a corresponding circle from your patterned paper. Use Mod Podge to adhere the paper circle to the lid and seal it with another layer of adhesive. Next, ...more
Reconstruct your T-shirts into more stylish attire with this video! The materials you'll need are a T-shirt, scissors, a ruler, and a pen or pencil. First cut off part of the sleeves (this part is optional.) The next thing is to cut the neck all the away around the front and b ...more
Watch as a seasoned professional demonstrates how to create beautiful flower arrangements, from how pick your container to how to add bows and ribbons, in this free online video. Part 1 of 15 - How to Arrange flowers. Arrange flowers - Part 2 of 15. Click through to watch this ...more
Spray the Styrofoam ball with a color that adheres to the scheme of the ribbon and ornaments. There will be white space when you make a Christmas ornament tree, and the color on the ball will help to conceal the space. Insert the rod into the base of your globe. This will giv ...more
Not everything at the dollar store is a bargain, or even safe to use. Learn to spot the difference between an item that's cheap, and a cheap item. Step 1 Make sure the item really is just $1. Some so-called dollar stores sell items for a lot more as well, which you may not re ...more
Heather DeHoyos shows you how to make a homecoming mum. There's a lot of parts and pieces that need to be added: ribbons, a base, trinkets, but there is a flower in there somewhere! See how to make these decorative homecoming mums in this series. Part 1 of 14 - How to Make a h ...more
It takes a lot of time, effort, and cash to create a unique Halloween costume that will likely never see the light of day after the 31st. Not to worry: you can do it on the cheap and feel savvy and creative while everybody compliments your ingenuity. Considering how frequentl ...more
Some people put up their holiday decorations as soon as Thanksgiving is over. Some wait until Christmas Eve. Right now, the only thing in my whole apartment that would tip you off is a tiny little fake tree on the counter. I've been planning on decorating all month, but I have ...more