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Paper Crafts

Never underestimate the imagination of a child. A child can create some of the most unique crafts from a single piece of paper. In this article, we are going to look at a specific theme - fish. Yes, we are going to look at how to create a few "fishy" crepe paper crafts for kids and of course, adults too!

To make the fish simply cut out a fish using a pattern, you can make the pattern as small or big as you like by either shrinking it or enlarging it on a home scanner/printer or by taking it to an office supply store that has a printer.
Once you decide the size of the fish you can and we do recommend more than one size of course, depending on what you are going to do with your fish which we will look at shortly.
Once the fish is cut out and you have a crepe paper fish you can do several things with it. You can use other pieces (stripes, dots, even stars) made out of paper and attach it with the glue to the fish.

Fabric Painting

You look at the wonderful tapestries and marvel at the designs. The painted fabrics take your breath away and leave you wondering, how on earth did they do that? Craftsmen throughout the ages have passed on their astounding skills teaching people for centuries how to paint fabric.
It is said that fabric painting has its roots in Asia and eventually made its way through Europe, India and Africa as merchants traded their wares throughout the ancient world. It was at this time fabric painting techniques were adapted by artisans in each of these countries to reflect the culture of their times.

It's quite interesting to note that although the craft may have begun in a certain place and time, it did not remain the same but evolved into rather interesting forms. Despite the distance and language barriers, each artisan experimented, expressed and refined their painting technique, adding a unique spin while still embracing the core principles of the fabric painting craft.
Ancient civilizations introduced the painting aspect on human bodies much earlier than painting on fabrics. This practice was later adapted to be applied to fabrics. Fabrics were woven, patterns were designed prior to and sometimes after the fabric had been constructed. Another method used to create this opulent-looking fabric was by dyeing the individual yarns before weaving the fabrics. Today artisans do not limit themselves to dyeing yarns or painting yardage but have taken it a step further in painting directly on the assembled garment.

Paint For Crafts

Since birdhouses are made out of wood, they can be painted over and over. They are great to practice on. In fact, the more paint, the better (especially if they end up outside). Another reason why I choose to work with them has to do with the multiple planes of birdhouse architecture. Trying new design ideas on different planes is easier than painting on 2-D formats. When painting on 2-D canvases, artists need to worry about composition and framing, whereas this is typically not too much of a concern when painting birdhouses.

I decoupage, glaze, antique, stress, sponge, stencil, and even faux paint birdhouses. Birdhouses are the perfect format to explore color schemes too. It's natural to have some birdhouses turn out better than others. Typically, the better designed birdhouses can stay indoors (or put up for sale) and the lesser ones can go outside. Often times and as mentioned earlier, some of the birdhouses have several applications applied to them. I have to admit, after several layers of paint, the surfaces can get ruddy looking (but the birds and wasps never seem to care).

Art Supplies

Towels can be used in numerous creative ways. Party decorations can be made of nearly anything and towels make no exception. Apart from being a great and fun addition to the atmosphere, towel decorations can also turn into gifts or beautiful favors that guests will take home.
Most of the shapes and items that can be created out of towels are relatively simple. A white towel can be a wonderful foundation. Flowers and ribbons will add some splendor and glitter to the decorative item.
Considering towel decorations for your upcoming party? You can use one of these ideas to create something unusual and eye-catching.

Towel Cakes
Towel cakes are excellent decorations for baby showers. Apart from being there as a beautiful piece, they can be filled with presents for the mom-to-be.
To make a towel cake, you will need two bath towels, two hand towels, two wash cloths, pins, a cardboard circle, cosmetic or decorative items that you want to place inside and plastic wrap that will help you keep the towel cake impeccable until the party date.
To start making the cake, you will first need the bath towels. Fold each one in half lengthwise. Fold once again until you get a thin stripe. Start rolling until you get a coil. The pins will help you keep it together. Once you roll the first towel, get the second one attached to it through the use of pins and make the coil larger.

Craft Ideas

ewelry making craft projects typically involve using jewelry supplies to make all sorts of items - some wearable, some useable, and some decorative. It's a fun way to use up bits and pieces of leftover supplies, or to mix other craft forms with jewelry techniques. If you're having a creativity block, have some fun using your supplies in a totally different kind of project.
Kids love jewelry making craft projects too. You can set out an assortment of beads, findings, colored art wire, ribbon, glue, and a few other odds and ends - and a group of creative children can happily entertain themselves for a couple of hours.

You can also make and sell kits for specific projects, and include photos of a few suggested ways to create the project using the supplies in the kit package. Jewelry making craft kits are popular gifts, and can sell well if you hit on currently cool projects and colors.
Jewelry Making Craft Ideas
Here are a few idea starters for projects you can experiment with. Many of these items make wonderful gifts, especially if you personalize the design for the person you give it to.
* Home decor - try using your jewelry supplies to embellish vases, create wall hangings, craft a bookmark, or make a wind chime.

Craft Stores

Please remember that once the craft store has overcome the initial capital outlay and established itself in a given area, it will almost always be financially stable after that time. Craft stores are always going to have a cult following of crafters and craft groupies. That core group of customers are the very people that will give your craft store a continuous flow of cash and business.

I am naturally talking about a genuine small store type of craft store here and not some massive wholesale warehouse than covers acres of land. No, the nice and friendly local craft store that we crafters all know and love, and have been visiting regularly for as far back as we can remember.

Arts And Crafts

The Arts and Crafts movement was an act of rebellion in the name of aesthetics and craftsmanship. By the end of the Victorian era, the power of mass production had brought about a style based around mass collection - prints, miniatures, barometers, stuffed birds and waxed flowers, pottery figures, fire screens, the list goes on. Everything had suddenly become affordable and as a result, everything was bought. This meant clutter. Nick-nacks and curios on every fireplace, overstuffed chairs - newly sprung and deeply buttoned, rich coloured carpets with large patterns and maybe even a splash of Balmoral inspired tartan and hunting paraphernalia.

William Morris, was the founder of the Arts and Crafts movement. Morris along with fellow architects, Voysey, Webb, Shaw and Ashbee developed a society of designers whose emphasis lay in the quality of materials and the skills of those who used them. Their motto 'Head, Hand and Heart', an inscription used by Charles Voysey, is the key to understanding Arts and Crafts: 'Head' for creativity and imagination, 'Hand' for skill and craft, 'Heart' for honesty and for love.

Glass Painting Supplies

Before you get started you'll want to pop into your local art supply store and pick up some of the basics. You'll need brushes, paint and some rubbing alcohol. Any type of artist brush will do, but be sure to get some small ones for the finer details of your creation. Rubbing alcohol is needed to prepare the surface of the plate.
When it comes to paint, you'll have a lot of choices. The best option is thermohardening paint, which gets baked in the oven to create a durable surface. For items that will be handled and washed, this is a far better choice than air-hardening paints. You may also need stencils, masking tape and a sponge. Craft stores sell glass painting kits that come with many of these items, including stencil designs for you to trace. Stencils are great for the less artistically inclined. Try picking out designs and paints that match your kitchen or dining room colors and decor. This adds that little extra touch that your guests will surely notice.

Remember the first rule of glass painting projects: Make sure you wash and dry your plate before you start painting. It's also a good idea to go over it with a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol to remove any extra dirt or oil.
If you are using a stencil, place it on a flat surface and place the plate over it. You can use tape to hold the stencil in place. Trace the lines with colors of your choice. Don't be afraid to stray from the pattern either. Adding a flower here, or some dots there, really adds your own little touch to the piece. If you don't like what you added, you can always dab it away with a sponge and some paint thinner.