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Do you make toys for your children/ grandchildren?
Hello, my dear crafters! Let this day be nice and pleasant for you! Do you make toys for your children or grandchildren? When my girls were small, I tried to knit toys and create different games for them, which they loved a lot. Now, they just stick to their iPhones. It's a little bit sad.
Susan
Mar 15, 2020 02:06 AM
Hand-made Phone Case With Pressed Flowers
You'll Need To create your pressed flower phone case, gather the following materials: Pressed flowers and leaves Sole-coloured plastic phone case Colourless glue Epoxy encapsulant Sparkles in bulk Wood stick Acetone Cotton bud Scissors Sheet of pergament paper Instructions First of all, think about how your drawing should look. Spread dried petals and inflorescences on the surface of the plastic, trying several combinations. Remembe...
Susan
Mar 14, 2020 03:30 AM
Pearls and Rose Bracelet
You'll Need: Pardo jewelry clay in silver Scissors Stretchy jewelry cord 250-300 Metallic beads (depending on wrist size) Super Glue Instructions: Work a ball of clay between your palms to warm, soften, and condition it. Take a piece, about the size of a pea, and flatten it to make a petal. To make the middle of the rose, roll up the petal. Make another petal, wrap it around your small rose bud, and keep doing that until you get to the size you want. Use sharp scissors...
Susan
Mar 14, 2020 03:28 AM
Half-Flower Crochet Stitch
Introduction to Crochet Stitch Quantities The quantity of stitches (sts) required for your crochet project must be calculated as multiples of 8, then add 1 for the chain stitch increase. This technique is fundamental for achieving accurate and consistent results in your crochet work. Understanding the Stitch Pattern Begin by crocheting the stitches before the pattern indicated in your scheme. Next, repeat the stitches from the pattern section and finish with the stitches that come after the patte...
Susan
Mar 14, 2020 03:27 AM
Braided Leaves Knit Stitch
Introduction In the sample, 50 stitches are cast on. Stitch Details Braided Leaves Stitch is a 12-row repeat and is knitted in a multiple of 19 sts + 12. Row Instructions Row 1 - Right Side K2, k2tog, (yo, k2tog) 3 times, * yo, k1, yo, k2, ssk, k4, skpo, k2, (yo, k2tog) 3 times; repeat from * to last 2 sts, yo, k2. Row 2 and All Wrong Side Rows Purl. Row 3 K1, k2tog, (yo, k2tog) 3 times, yo, * k3, yo, k2, ssk, k2, ssk, k2, (yo, k2tog) 3 times, yo; rep...
Susan
Mar 14, 2020 03:26 AM
Colourful Beads Necklace
You’ll Need: Wire Fastener 2-inch nails for accessories (about 400 pcs) Round-nose pliers Cutting pliers Beads (the more, the better) Instructions: Cut three pieces of wire, twist them at the ends tighter, while leaving the middle twisted only slightly. Attach a fastener to the ends of the wire. Then, with the help of nippers, bite the nails in half to make them shorter; you will need nails that are 2 inches (2.5 cm). Pass the nails into the beads, i...
Susan
Mar 14, 2020 03:24 AM
Two-Coloured Crochet Stitch
Row Instructions RND 1 : 1st row with blue yarn: arches; RND 2 : 2nd row with blue yarn: shells; RND 3 : 3rd row - violet yarn is fastened to the beginning of the 2nd row and crochet shells under chain st and arches of another colour. RND 4 : 4th row with violet yarn: crochet arches behind the work with threads rotation.
Susan
Mar 14, 2020 03:22 AM
3D Bubbles Knit Stitch
Introduction to Knit 4 Below The knit 4 below technique is a unique method that involves dropping a stitch off the needle to create a beautiful, textured effect in your knitting. This technique is particularly useful when you want to add depth and interest to your projects. Instructions for Knit 4 Below Knit 4 below: Drop stitch off needle and unravel 4 rows down, insert needle in stitch in the 5th row down and under the 4 loose strands, and knit, catching the 4 loose strands behind the stitch. ...
Susan
Mar 14, 2020 03:13 AM
What helps you to cope with stress?
Hello, my dear friends! I wish you a nice day and perfect mood! And health. What helps you to cope with stress? Popular Stress Relief Methods Sometimes I start knitting or reading an interesting book, but it not always helps. Personal Experiences with Stress Relief What methods do you use?
Susan
Mar 14, 2020 03:11 AM
Stylish Leather Bracelet
Materials You'll Need You'll need: Leather Accessories - chain, rings and fasteners Scalpel or box opener Pliers Adhesive tape Scissors Punch Instructions Print the pattern (with an angular ornament or in the form of a leaf - below), cut it out and glue it over the edges with adhesive tape to the leather. Start cutting with small “internal” parts, and the outer contour needs to be cut last. Try not to leave ugly sticking fibers in the corners. Cut ...
Susan
Mar 13, 2020 01:28 AM
Wonderful and Simple Beads Ring
You’ll Need: Thick wire, Thin wire, Small beads, Big beads, Pliers Instructions Determine the size of the future ring by taking one of the jewelry pieces that suit you and measuring its diameter, using a marker, candle, or any other cone-shaped object as a guide. Then, wrap the thick wire around the selected base in several rows. Next, put a big bead over both free ends and bend the wire with a loop to secure the beads in place and prevent them from coming off. C...
Susan
Mar 13, 2020 01:25 AM
How To Make Fringe
Sometimes you can come across patterns with fringe (usually shawls, ponchos, etc.), but without any explanation on how to make it. Here are these simple instructions: Instructions for Adding Fringe Cut several strips of yarn of a certain length, fold them double, then fold them double once again, and fasten them with the help of your crochet hook to the lower part of your work at equal distances from one another, as it's shown in the photo below. That's it! Fringe Techniques ...
Susan
Mar 13, 2020 01:22 AM
Tear Drops Knit Stitch
Knitted in a multiple of 4 sts + 1 additional st. Row Instructions Row 1 - Right Side: P1, * (k1, p1, k1, p1, k1) in next st, p3; repeat from * to end. Row 2: * K3, p5; repeat from * to last st, k1. Row 3: P1, * k5, p3; repeat from * to end. Row 4: * K3, p5; repeat from * to last st, k1. Row 5: P1, * ssk, k1, k2tog, p3; repeat from * to end. Row 6: * K3, p3; repeat from * to last st, k1. Row 7: P1, * sl 1-k2tog-psso, p1, (k1, p1, k1, p1, k1) in next st,...
Susan
Mar 13, 2020 01:21 AM
Crochet Waves Pattern
The quantity of stitches is 12 + 1 increase stitch. Repeat the rotation of 1 single crochet row and 1 double crochet row. Row Instructions 1st Row: Single Crochets Begin with single crochets. 2nd Row: Double Crochets Follow with double crochets.
Susan
Mar 13, 2020 01:20 AM
Tape Bangle Bracelet
You'll Need: Old wood or plastic smooth finished bangle, Selection of washi tapes, Scissors Instructions Create a metallic effect by using silver duct tape, adding pieces in the same manner as the washi tape. Or cut shapes and accents from duct tape to add a custom finish to your bangle. Clean and dry the old bangle. Plan your design using a collection of washi tapes in complementary designs. Cut the washi tape into small strips slightly larger than the width of the bangle. Wor...
Susan
Mar 13, 2020 01:19 AM