General Crafts Department
This general crafts department offers useful information for a wide variety of crafting projects that don’t fall under one of our other categories.
So, if you’re interested in crafts such as candlemaking, basketry, weaving, latch hook rugs, bead crafts, macramé, clay crafts, paper crafts, glass crafts, and flower crafts this is the place for you!
We offer project ideas, in addition to tips and hints, for different crafts on a weekly basis.
In addition, you can buy supplies for your projects through our online shopping store.
Recent Videos and Tutorials
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Learn how to install package honey bees into an empty hive.
The package of bees contains 10,000 to 20,000 bees plus the queen. Watch the exciting process.
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Have you ever purchased the perfect ceramic pot only to discover it doesn't have a drainage hole? If you can use a drill, you can make a hole in the bottom of the pot for drainage. Learn how to add a drainage hole to a planter.
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Do you want to grow potatoes in your garden but you don't think you have room. The truth is, it is possible to grow potatoes in almost any sunny location - even on a deck or a porch - by using potato grow bags.
Learn how to plant potatoes in grow bags.
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Kid's will have fun creating sock puppets with old or mismatched socks and some basic craft supplies and things you already have around your home.
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Paracord bracelets are a fun project for boys and girls. Learn how to make a paracord bracelet using one or two colors of paracord (with or without beads).
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Whether you live in an urban area, in a small apartment or rural area, fresh food and herbs at your fingertips are easier than you think with PVC pipe. PVC pipe can be used for just about anything including making DIY PVC gardens.
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The traditional Valentine’s Day candy, conversation hearts are popular so why not incorporate them into holiday decorations by making a candy heart wreath.
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Learn to make a Heart Wreath for Valentine's Day from Loop Yarn (loopy yarn). This is a fun, quick and easy DIY Wreath project that takes less than 30 minutes to make.
Book and Magazine Recommendations
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Katherine KennedyFilled with step-by-step photos, color stitch charts, and informative drawings, this book teaches a simple, straightforward needlework form that can be mastered and enjoyed by all ages.
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This magazine offers room design and home furnishing ideas and easy-to-make craft projects to assist the reader in decorating and beautifying the home.