Granny squares are not in fact grannies who can't think out of the box. When it comes to knitting, granny squares is the terminology for a knit square project. They're termed "granny" because they look old and soft and remind us of that stereotypical image of an old cat lady knitting in her home.
Flowers actually have a great impact on mood. Some flowers make you happy, like bright white and yellow daisies, while others, like deep crimson roses, make you feel romanced and lovely dovey. So if you're ever feeling down for some reason, cheer yourself up by making this beautiful origami daffodil. With a sunny yellow stamen and bright white petals, this daffodil will certainly perk your day up.
In this tutorial, we learn how to create a water lily masquerade makeup look. First, use an eyeliner pencil to draw in the outline shapes of the petals on the water lily. Do this on the top and the bottom of the eye. Also make sure you black out your eyebrows and draw over it with black pencil. Now, paint your entire eyelid black, then fill in the outline areas with the brush for a more bold outline and to clean up the lines. After this, take your brush and pain white onto the center of the m...
In this tutorial, we learn how to create lily petals. First, cut out a petal and then insert a small wire half way down into the petal. Ease it through so you don't damage the fondant. This can go into the center of the main lily flower. Use corn flower if it's stick. Press it into the molding for the lily petal, and then curl the edges out so it looks like a realistic petal. After this, let it dry, then color it with an ivory shimmer. After this, paint it with green food paint and any other ...
Whatever your favorite flower may be, you can't deny that roses are the most romantic and alluring flowers around. In this tutorial, Reiberry bases a delicate hairstyle on the robust beauty of a rose. This pinned-up side bun is unlike any chignon you've ever seen, and though a bit difficult, the results will be well worth the effort.
Etsy is the place to get all your handmade needs and wants met. Etsy encourages personal connections between sellers and consumers. On Etsy you can connect with the handmade and crafty communities, and learn more about the process of making handmade goods like soaps, candles, invitations and more.
Learn how to make an origami "orchid" by slightly altering an origami iris / lily flower. This origami video shows how to make what I call an orchid flower... really it's something I made by mistake when first learning to make an origami lily / iris. You'll need to start from the frog base.
Despite being bombarded with so many things to do each day, we still somehow find ourselves in a mid-afternoon lull where there's nothing better to do than stare at the adventures of a piece of lint darting across our computer screen.
In this video series, internationally renowned floral designer Pooja Jain will show you how to make an exotic bridal bouquet and a stunning centerpiece, both with native Indian flowers that would give any occasion in the U.S. an exotic appeal.
This technique shows you how I have made these gorgeous little paper flowers that match project Nos161
In this project I make a glorious card from the DCWV Textiles paper stack. I walk you through how to make the flower and the insert. Taking it from a blank card to a fully finished project. Step 1: Now Watch the Tutorial
In this cardmaking project I show you a card that I create using items that are featured in popular cardmaking kits. This particular card has no flowers no it, because hard as this maybe to believe some people do not like them... I know I know!! but we have to cater for all !! so this card is fancy without flowers, however still just as pretty. Step 1: Now Watch the Tutorial
This cardmaking tutorial shows you how I have made and built up this card using papers and flowers, with swirls and a stamped sentiment, all to create a fabulous card. Step 1: Items Used
In this cardmaking tutorial, I share my love of paper flowers to make a double aperture card, using Anna Griffin papers and handmade flowers. I show you how I add the flowers symmetrically. This idea for a card looks stunning and the double aperture idea could be used with other nesting dies. Step 1: Items Used
How to make a beaded macrame Flower Bracelet. It looks lovely and its fun to wear.
How to make a Macrame Flower Bracelet (Video Tutorial). This bracelet looks good and its fun to wear :)
How to make a beaded macrame Provence Flower Bracelet. It looks lovely and its fun to wear ,a good bracelet to make if you are a beginner in macrame!
How to make a very nice macrame bracelet with flower petals and beads in pink. This bracelet looks lovely and it's not so hard to make.
How to Make ZigZag Flower Bracelets with Beads - Tutorial. It's easy to make and suitable for kids and beginners.
In this tutorial, I will show you how to make an Origami flower ball. Welcome to our Origami and Quilling for beginners series :) In this videos we use Paper Art to do some cool things that you can sell them, give them like a gift and more :)Enjoy!
How to Make a Macrame Flower or Star Earrings in Gothic style.
Video: . Easy step by step guideline how to make strong basket with paper that can hold your gift, food, flowers and more.
Surprise your loved ones by giving them hand made an origami bouquet of paper tulips. WHAT YOU NEED:
this tutorial explains how to make a traditional origami lily from one sheet of paper. No cuts, no glue needed. You'll Need
How to make a macrame bracelet with flower using beads.
Nicky Markslag - world famous florist tells us how to arrange bouquets and where to put them. For more than 20 year Nicky Markslag arranges flowers and bouquets. Graduated from the florist college in Aalsmeer, she is now teaching flower design, leading many courses and demonstrations in Holland and around the world. Nicky is florist of the Floriade and Keukenhof gardens.
Here's a how to make a cute Silk Flower Wreath for your front door or for inside your home. Video: .
Check out this step by step nail art video tutorial for beginners to do at home , to learn how to do this exquisite fimo flower nail art manicure design at home for both long nails and short nails !
This is a very easy to do flower nail design pattern on ombre look without sponge ! Video: .
Jane from Afloral.com shows you how to make a floral arrangement using a monument flower saddle with this tutorial. A flower saddle is a device that seats flower foam with a flower arrangement. Watch this how to video and you will learn how to use a monument flower saddle for an arrangement.
Love fresh garlic but don't have the outside space or right climate to grow it? Not to worry! This video is here to show you how to grow your very own fresh picked garlic indoors. Follow these easy steps and you'll have a delicious seasoning in a couple of weeks, and full grown heads of garlic in a couple of months!
In this video series, learn how to make a candle Christmas flower arrangement. This simple design will add Christmas cheer to your environment. Let our floral expert, Pooja Jain, show you how to make an arrangement. Learn the types of flowers to use.
Glowing substances have always held a powerful appeal to people, and making new ones can be a lucrative business. If you need some glow powder for a project of yours, watch this video to learn how to make DIY glow-in-the-dark powder out of normal household chemicals.
If you're just getting into balloon twisting but are looking for something a little more advanced then say, a flower, then check out this awesome video! In it you will get a step-by-step beginners guide on how to create a simple air plane that will impress anyone!
In this tutorial, we learn how to make Styrofoam and fabric Christmas ornaments. First, shape the Styrofoam into a ball and then grab the fabric you want to place around it. Place the ball into the fabric, then tie it at the top with a ribbon and some string. After this, you will be able to decorate the fabric with bows and glitter, whatever you want to use. You can attach a hook to the string in the middle if you would like to hang this on a string. Be as creative as you would like, just mak...
In this tutorial, we learn how to tie a necktie on someone else. First, pop the collar and drape the tie around the neck with the wide end on your right. Then, tug the wide end down, so it hangs 12 inches below the narrow end. After this, cross the wide end over the narrow end, and bring it up through the neck loop and down the front. Swing the wide end to the right, pass it under the narrow end, then cross it back over the right. After this, push it up through the neck hole. Now, tuck it thr...
In this tutorial, we learn how to release point in basketball with Tom. If you hesitate or hang, you will lose power in your legs and your ball will go short and flat. When you reach the top of your jump you will want to release your ball to get the most height out of it. When shooting the jump shot, pay attention to what it feels like when you are going to shoot. You want to feel powered up not effortless or underpowered when you are shooting. Time your release and make sure you have a high ...
In this tutorial, we learn how to rig a counter weight trap. This is great as a fishing trap but can be rigged to be used as a tree trap. First, you will need to take a rock and wrap around it to create a counter weight. After this, bring the rope high over a branch, then down onto a lower branch. From here, wrap the rope around the trap and leave the rest of the string hanging. Now, the rock should be hanging high in the air and there should be a stick tied to the bottom of the rope to keep ...
In this video, we learn how to wear a scarf by creating contrast and texture. A squared shaped scarf with contrasting patterns will look great with anything that you are wearing. To wear this, make it into a triangle, then tie the ends together around the back of the neck. Then, you can let the scarf hang down on the front to add a texture to your look. A solid color scarf is also great if you are wearing a simple top to add a splash of color. You can tie this around the neck one, then let th...
