Introduction We turned glass jars into wedding favors that also served as centerpieces and table assignments. To make favors, the recycled jars are filled with evergreens, then decorated with pretty paper and twine. A tag with the guests name and their table number is attached on one side, and on

She she-n-he, She-n-He Photography Yield:16 servings. Ingredie nts: For the strawberries: 8 cups strawberries, rinsed, peeled and sliced 1/4 cup of sugar For the cookies: 1 cup of sugar 6 cups all-purpose flour 2-1/2 tablespoons baking powder 2 teaspoons kosher salt 3 sticks (24 tablespo

Step 1 Cut the first end of the form Using the edge of a table as a guide, cut the end of the shipping tube at a 30-degree angle. Step 2 Cut the other end of the shape Place the freshly cut end against a flat edge, we used a brick set perpendicular to the edge of the table. Leaving about

Introduction These columns can be used inside or outside your haunted house. Theyre perfect for displaying pumpkins, Halloween decor, or even a simple potted plant. Step 1 Forms the top and bottom of the column For the top of the column, we used an old torilla container and simply cut off th

Step 1 Crop individual sheets Cut 20 sheets from the felted wool sheet. Use your sharpest scissors to freehand form the shape of each leaf. Mistletoe leaves are long and narrow, with a rounded end and a point at the other end. Step 2 Attach leaves to florists wire Cut 10 pieces of flori

Introduction A Memorial Day tradition At some point in the past Memorial Day, you may have seen organizations selling artificial poppies as fundraisers. Do you know why poppies are associated with Memorial Day? The tradition dates back to the 1915 poem In Flanders Field by Canadian John McCrae.

Introduction Designer Arm Warmers Shrinking your sweaters isnt always a bad thing, especially when it results in some fingerless gloves. In addition to the tools and materials listed above, youll also need access to a washer and dryer. Step 1 Reduce on purpose I felt your wool sweater. To

Introduction Measure and locate bolts First, measure the wall to determine the space available. In this example, an 8 bench can be built with approximately 8 of space left on both ends. The height of the bench is marked 35 tall. An additional 7 is measured and marked from the bench area to indic

Step 1 Measure and cut Simply measure and cut a piece of wire long enough to wrap around the base of the cactus pot. Step 2 Wrap Streamer Secure one end of the transmission piece to the pot to keep it from slipping, then wrap it around the pot (and watch your fingers!) and then cover it.

Step 1 Disinfect jars Whether new or reused, be sure to thoroughly clean glass jars by boiling them in water for 10 minutes. Hand wash lids in soapy water to disinfect. When clean, remove the glass jars, let them cool, and then place them in the refrigerator until youre ready to fill them. Ste

Introduction You may find that getting smart in 10 letters or less is harder than you thought, but youll have fun trying. Typing on these little hearts will make a 140-character tweet look like a novel. Step 1 Collect Materials Conversation hearts are a pretty simple candy to make, but Vale

Introduction You may cry over spilled milk, but youll get a kick out of spilling paint on these fun planters. Grab an old pot, a funky color scheme of cheap craft paint and start pouring. Better yet, if you have small children, let them do the pouring for you. Step 1 Gather your supplies Yo

Introduction Goodbye, Candy. Hi Sweet Milk. Dulce de leche is heated with milk until reduced to a caramelized syrup, and its delicious. And instead of mixing it with dark chocolate, were going to let the flavor shine by combining it with white chocolate. Step 1 Pour, mix, melt Pour conden

Step 1 Cut pattern and fabric Measure the height and width of your window. Add 12 to the length and 4 to the width. This is the size you will use to cut your fabric. Make sure any design details on the fabric are centered. Step 2 Hem the sides Hemmed edges for a nice finish. Starting with

Materials socks buttons embroidery thread polyester padding felt scissors sewing machine and matching thread tapestry needle pencil Our kids dont play with stuffed animals, they play with stuffed animals. Apparently there is a big difference. Stuffed animals or not, an inexpensive way to creat

Put together a set of new trivets made from an unexpected material, basket weave winding core, and customize it to use with your dining table this holiday season. Trivets are one thing we always seem to fall short on during our Thanksgiving feast, but these handmade (and custom-dyed) trivet coils co

Introduction Festive spirit and scent Instead of making salt dough decorations this year, check out this recipe for sweet-scented cinnamon decorations. Step 1 Mix the ingredients Preheat your oven to 200 degrees. In a bowl, mix together 1 cup of cinnamon and 1/2 cup of applesauce. Stir

Introduction Ah, these lazy, crazy, hazy summer days. Fire up the grill, mix up a pitcher of Tom Collins or whatever people are drinking these days, and lets hit the backyard. We play corn hole, the kids play in the sprinkler. This is what summer is all about. For about five minutes. And then the

Dont forget your manners just because summer is here. No more lemonade rings on your tables with this fun DIY project. Create a batch of these citrus-themed coasters in time for cocktails tonight. Jennifer perkins Cotton cord for clothing is inexpensive, absorbent, and an unexpected craft supply.

Step 1 Apply etching cream Apply a coat of glass etching cream to a collection of clean mason jars. For the most intense result of the etching cream, allow the cream to dry in a well-ventilated area for 12 hours. Step 2 Build a custom horizon While the etching cream dries, draw the s