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Would You Live in a Knitted House?

by Erin Loechner, Posted Nov 23rd 2009

Inspired by fellow knitter Margaret Wertheim's recent TED discussion on crocheting the coral reef, Pokorny set out to complete a lofty goal: the creation of a 100% self-supporting, hand-felted yurt (portable, felt-covered, wood lattice-framed dwelling structure).

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How to Make Foolproof Paper Mache

by Michelle Hainer, Posted Nov 16th 2009

Learn how to make foolproof paper mache crafts and masks with this simple recipe and clear instructions.

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Let's Talk Decoupage

by Erin Loechner, Posted Oct 20th 2009

Decoupage is an age-old crafting technique used to make over furnishings, artwork and canvas fabrics with glue, paint and paper. There are dozens of projects that include decoupage, but in the spirit of brevity, I'd like to include a few of my all-time favorites:

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Free Kids Crafts

by Erin Loechner, Posted Oct 16th 2009

With the weather turning chillier by the minute, your kids are undoubtedly running around the house like cooped-up chickens. Why not put all of that energy to good use and designate a half hour of craft time each day? Kids love crafts, and there are billions of resources on the web for fun, kid-friendly crafts and the majority of craft ideas are easy on your wallet. Don't believe me? Here are 5 of my all-time favorite craft sites for kids, including a fun starter project to try with your little ones. Plus, a holiday craft bonus after the jump.

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Crafty Makeover: Table and Bench Set (Part 2)

by Laura Fenton, Posted Oct 7th 2009

In part one of my post about my table and bench makeover, I told you about how I stripped the paint and refinished this birch dining set. Today, I'll tell you about the fabric recovering process.

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Twig and Branch Crafts

by Laura Fenton, Posted Sep 29th 2009

With branches on the brain, I got to thinking about crafts that one could make from twigs and sticks. A bit of a hunt turned up five simple projects that you could easily make at home. For example, this clever serving dish (above) is made from two bowls and a branch. I'm loving the sleek meets rustic combo of white ceramic and natural wood. Here's some more twiggy inspiration:

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ReadyMade's Totally Tubular Idea

by Laura Fenton, Posted Sep 23rd 2009

Save your chip containers and make this rad organizer.

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DIY: Brilliant Bottle Crafts

by Laura Fenton, Posted Sep 3rd 2009

While my own bottle craft ambitions have been dashed to pieces, I haven't given up the dream! Perhaps you, dear readers, will take up the bottle craft projects for me? Here are five inspired ways to reuse glass bottles:

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