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Jun 7, 2011

Knotting plastic lacing

Jun

07

by crafterschat at 10:01 AM (604 Views / 0 Likes)

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We were having trouble keeping knots in plastic lacing after the kids made necklaces. I found out that if you dip the knot into very hot, almost boiling, water then tug on the knot, it won't come...

Jun 5, 2011

Easter Ideas

Jun

05

by crafterschat at 3:01 PM (514 Views / 0 Likes)

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Does anyone have any good ideas for Easter gifts for teenagers? They are past the Easter basket stage. Usually give them lottery tickets and candy bars but would like to make them something special...

Jun 4, 2011

tips for using glitter

Jun

04

by crafterschat at 10:38 PM (1,050 Views / 0 Likes)

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When working with glitter - work over a paper towel or a piece of paper. After sprinkling the glitter over the glued area, fold the paper towel in half and pour the extra back into your container....

Jun 4, 2011

Diaper Wreath

Jun

04

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by crafterschat at 10:26 PM (1,504 Views / 0 Likes)

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You can make an easy diaper wreath by tying diapers onto a wire coat-hanger then attaching other baby items such as rattles, spoons, socks basically any small baby items. It looks great and make a...

Jun 4, 2011

Crochet Baby Sack

Jun

04

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by crafterschat at 10:22 PM (1,797 Views / 0 Likes)

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It's one of the newest ideas for swaddling a newborn baby - the baby sack keeps the baby warm and secure feeling without the worry of the blanket coming undone. You basically crochet a tube that is...