Contents What are threads useful for? The answer would seem to be very simple - for sewing, embroidery, darning or knitting. And who would have imagined that threads could make original interior decorations and toys? However, if you approach the matter with
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Filet crochet with patterns and descriptions for beginners
Hello, friends! I knitted the simplest napkin using the fillet knitting technique. And I decided to write an article for beginners - fillet crochet. You will learn how to knit checks, decreases, increases and how to knit a figured check. You will find many schemes and
Felting wool for beginners - a description of dry and wet felting techniques
Making toys with your own hands is an extremely exciting activity. You only have to try to make a doll or animal once, and you already understand that this toy is by no means the last. I bring to your attention a master class on dry felting
How to make a basket from a wicker with your own hands: the easiest way (MK)
Even in ancient times, wickerwork (chairs, boxes, various baskets) made of willow vine were found at excavations, which means that this craft can be considered to have originated from those times. In later centuries, the craft developed and they began to weave much more from this same vine.
How to make a doll from nylon tights in one hour?
To make a doll's head we will need: padding polyester, tights, threads, needles, scissors. From padding polyester we make a lump D 10 cm and three more lumps for the nose and cheeks. (Photo 1) We wrap the padding polyester in stockings, placing lumps for the nose and cheeks as shown in
We sew a primitive dog using the coffee toy technique Do-it-yourself coffee toy dog
I saw a drawing of a dog on the Internet, changed it slightly and after several tests I found the right size and proportions. The toy is 11x13 cm in size. Thanks to the use of coffee with cinnamon for painting, the toy acquires a pleasant aroma. Poet
Decoupage eggs for Easter master classes Decorating Easter eggs using decoupage technique
Easter began to be celebrated long before the emergence of the tradition of Christianity in Russia. Traditionally, the festive table was decorated with eggs. They are a symbol of life, procreation and an integral part of ancient Slavic traditions. According to ancient legends, Easter I
How to knit a hat with sheep using the jacquard technique (Fair Isle)
Shetland Wool Week is a celebration of the northernmost part of Great Britain, taking place in the Shetland Islands. Shetland wool is a world-class natural fiber and the Fair Isle jacquard knitting technique was born here. If you want to know
Batik: painting on fabric for beginners, types of artistic painting using the example of a master class on dyeing a silk scarf and video lessons on painting on fabric Cold batik - execution technique
Dyeing fabrics at home is easy to do, given the fact that fabric paints are quite commercially available. We suggest starting your acquaintance with coloring things with a simple knotted batik, a master class on creating an individual design
DIY paper birds (diagrams, templates)
MBOU "Secondary School No. 1" in Yemva, Komi Republic. Paper handling. Folding. Origami “Bird of Happiness” Completed by: primary school teacher Mishina Yu.E.Emva, 2015. The art of folding paper crafts, mainly without the use of scissors and glue. History origins
The best ideas on how to give money for a wedding in an original way
Envelopes and cards with money hold the undisputed leadership in the top wedding gifts. This gift suits absolutely everyone: guests do not need to go around the shops in search of an original and necessary item, and the young family does not risk receiving 5
How to make a paper tank with your own hands
Hello dear masters and craftswomen. I present to your attention a master class on making such an origami swan, and I called it “Swan in Pink”. How to make an origami swan? We will make a pink drawing, highlight the swan with pink modules and
Tulips made from sweets and corrugated paper
My dear guests, I continue the section “Do-it-yourself candy bouquets” and present to your attention new bouquets of candy with step-by-step photos of how the whole process took place. This bouquet of tulips is my favorite, as it is done quickly and WITHOUT DROPS
Clothes for a doll: master class
In my master class, I will only describe sewing the skirt itself, without touching on making the doll’s body and bringing the image to the final result. To work we need a good mood, inspiration, and: Fabrics for the skirt: colored cotton, thin cotton for bases
DIY stencils for decor: templates and features of their production Openwork paper cutting: diagrams, master class
Butterflies and birds made of paper are an original craft that will perfectly decorate any interior. Nowadays it is popular to make bright ornaments and figures on windows, walls, and textiles in rooms. The cut out protrusions can be glued directly onto the glass, for example, during
Knitted hat for a doll with knitting needles (master class) Crocheted hat for an interior doll
Today I want to start a series of master classes dedicated to knitting for the Baby Born doll. Why this particular doll? Firstly, my niece has a doll, but she doesn’t have many outfits. Secondly, in size it is very similar to a newborn baby. Which means not with
Do-it-yourself felt letters: patterns and step-by-step master class with photos How to make three-dimensional letters from felt
In addition to the fabulous pleasure from the process of creating with felt, you can also get great benefits by creating educational things for your baby. The development of fine motor skills occupies the most important place in the development of a child in preschool age. For this purpose it is in
Do-it-yourself rug from old T-shirts - master class Rugs from old knitted T-shirts
We've found five different ways to turn an old T-shirt into a new charming and useful rug. Summer is in full swing, the longest days of the year are upon us, and it seems to us all that the summer holidays will begin literally tomorrow and we can go to the village or to
Bead strand - master class for beginners
How to make a rope from beads, weaving ropes of various sections, crocheting ropes, step-by-step photos and a detailed description of creating bead ropes and jewelry based on them. How to make a rope from beads, weaving ropes of various sections, knitting ropes
DIY wire jewelry for beginners
Wire jewelry was made by ancient craftsmen. Initially, ancient Russian blacksmiths forged jewelry, chain mail, and weapons, and from the twelfth century they switched to the drawing method. This made it possible to simplify the process of manufacturing thin, even wire, and