The adjustable knot is a very practical and versatile knot that can be used in a variety of applications where adjustability is desired. Most of the jewelry you make need fasteners – metal and plastic findings. But with an adjustable knot you do not need any fasteners for your jewelry – and it can be … Read more
Here are some easy ways to make beaded snowflakes. Wire frame beaded snowflake Cut out 3 equal length wires. Remember, a snowflake has 6 spokes. Make a metal frame for your snowflake by twisting these 3 long metal wires by the middle. Add beads on this frame – you can use big and small beads … Read more
If you love crafts and beautiful things, you will love beading and bead weaving. It is a guarantee from me. And the best thing is that most of the things needed to start beading are quite inexpensive and easily available. Supplies and Tools needed for Beadwork Beads Round seed beads and cylinder beads are the … Read more
Needlepoint embroidery is not for the fainthearted. It takes a lot of dedication and patience to complete a small area in needlepoint embroidery but once completed, no other embroidery looks as beautiful. Needlepoint is a kind of embroidery in which the whole foundation fabric is covered with embroidery stitches. Silk threads, wool yarn or embroidery … Read more
Why everyone who loves embroidery should make a Sampler – 6 reasons Because of these above-said uses, (and because there were no ipads, or TV or even schools for girls) in olden times, all the young girls (aged 6 to 15) would sit down daily regularly to complete their samplers. It was a rite of … Read more
The gorgeously thick plaited hair of Rapunzel – isn’t that on most girls’ wishlist? Even if you do not have the impossibly thick hair in the fairytale, it is possible to make your hair look nicely plaited like that – by braiding using 5 sections. This method uses the 5-strand braiding. It is one of … Read more