Dough crafts use dough to create figurines and other objects for a variety of creations and occasions -- and creating the dough can be an enjoyable part of the process. Create almost any object out of dough, then use it as a decoration or give as a gift. Or use homemade or store-bought dough for a s

Each summer I serve as the Artistic Director of the Festival Del Sole in the Napa Valley, which I co-founded in 2006 with Rick Walker.

Corsages are small arrangements of flowers worn on a lapel or the wrist. Wrist corsages are popular for proms, dances and weddings. These corsages are easy to slide on and off in case the flowers get in the way while dancing. Make this corsage with fresh or artificial flowers.

Criss cross throw pillows use a simple, yet decorative design of four squares with strips of contrasting fabric running from top to bottom and side to side. You may want to choose fabrics that are sharply contrasting, such as black and white, to make the criss cross stand out. Or you may want to use

Unity, diversity or cookies -- whatever your inspiration, human paper chains are a kid-friendly craft that add handmade charm to classrooms, kid's rooms and playrooms. The only skill required to make them is a mastery of scissors, and the ability to cut through several layers of paper at once. Use o

Chandeliers add a touch of elegance to any room. However, the chain and cord attaching them to the ceiling can be less than elegant. By creating a fabric cover, you conceal both the hardware and cord. Choose a fabric that matches the wall color to make the cover recede into the background. Another o

Finding the perfect hair clip for a baby can be tough. Baby and toddler hair is very fine, so you don't want anything that will pull your child's hair or press down on her head. Just when you think you've found the right hair clip, you'll discover that it can be as much as $10 or $15 just for one pa

An umbrella is great prop to give to the figure of a little girl you are drawing. The way that she holds it and holds her body in relation to it will communicate a lot about the her character. The girl might be cowering under it against the rain, swinging it around her wrist in a carefree manner or

Most people know that bubbles are nothing more than an extremely thin film of liquid surrounding a quantity of air, all within a volume of air. Moreover, they are very easy to make. Most people, however, are unaware of their opposites: antibubbles! Antibubbles are a thin film of air surrounding a qu

Decorating eggs isn't just for Easter. Faberge eggs are popular everywhere from China to the United States. Goose eggs can be a popular choice for decoration designs, as their shells are harder and they are larger and therefore easier to handle. Properly preparing the surface of the egg, and using d

Winter finds many families spending quality time together while celebrating or getting ready for the holidays. This quality time can include both indoor and outdoor art activities. It is always enjoyable to turn the inside of your home into a winter wonderland, even if you don't receive outdoor wint

Finding the perfect duvet cover can be challenging and costly. A sensible and stylish alternative is to create your own cover out of the fabrics of your choosing. Don't let the size of the project overwhelm you; a few simple tips can help make a duvet cover a simple and quick sewing project.

Collecting sports or trading cards is a popular hobby. With the proliferation of cards on the market, sports card makers offer premiums like special run "insert cards" found in random packs of unopened cards. Most trading and sports cards are sold in cases, also called boxes. Although the insert car

Screen-printed letters can be added to any fabric and many flat surfaces that can take heat. Screen printing gives the letters an attractive and professional appearance. Removing letters that have been screen printed can be a little tricky depending on how old the screen printing is and what removal

Various home projects call for cutting shapes out of pieces of wood and not all of them have straight lines. Some home projects require cutting out circles using free-hand tools such as routers. Depending on the project, a perfectly circular hole will improve fitment and make the end result look mor

The American flag is an important symbol to the people of the United States. There are many creative ways to create a likeness of the American flag. One creative way is to use children's handprints to create an image of Old Glory. Use handprints to create a number of decorative, wearable or useful A

When you have old quilts laying around your house that you never use, you may think that your only options are to sell or donate the quilts. However, quilts can be transformed into decorative and utilitarian pillowcases by making a few basic alterations. This enables you to enjoy the beautiful quilt

Creating beautiful homemade cards, as a group or alone, is a rewarding way of spending time. Making cards is a delightful hobby to enjoy with family, friends or coworkers. The reward is in the process of creating, as well as in giving and receiving cards. Making handmade cards and stationery has man

A smile gift basket is simply a gift basket intended to cheer up, comfort or celebrate the recipient. They are so popular that you can order them online, but sometimes when you attempt to order them online you cannot find one that is perfectly tailored to your recipient. Fortunately, you can make a

. Good luck with your project. A curtain valance is actually a short cloth curtain across the top third of a window that hides the curtain track or rod. Sometimes people also refer to a ...