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Crafts Hacks for makers; a digital vision board with clever tips, ideas, techniques and materials for DIY creations.

Going Green for Christmas
A 2020 Christmas. This has been a challenging and difficult year for many of us. Nevertheless, the pandemic has afforded us an opportunity to focus on what is truly important. If this year has taught us anything, how we treat our planet can make a drastic impact on its health and the health of everyone around us. Aiming for a green Christmas is a good goal to make after reflection on 2020.
By Carolyn Sumner5 years ago in Lifehack
"Can you make one for me?"
One of the biggest challenges I’ve encountered in my approximate 18 years of crocheting is really 2 issues intertwined. 1) There is an assumption that because you are able to make one type of object (a scarf, for example) means that you are also knowledgeable in making ALL other types of items (such as a stuffed animal). This also applies cross-craft; if you know knitting, the assumption to the untrained eye is that you can also make that cute crochet item they saw.
By Rachel L. Reges5 years ago in Lifehack
How does one get into fiber arts?
In the winter of 2002, I was in college in Wisconsin, spending some time with my boyfriend. As it is quite cold in the winter in the Midwest, we were all bundled up coming back from something, probably mundane, like lunch at the cafeteria. I asked him where he got his scarf. I don't know why. I wasn't really the kind of person who was into fashion or maybe I needed a scarf of my own, I really don't remember. It wasn't even that remarkable. Plain black. I can probably say that his answer changed me life.
By Rachel L. Reges5 years ago in Lifehack
The Perfect 2020 Ornament
This year was full of surprises, thanks to Covid 19. From travel bans and sanitized hands to school closures and wearing masks, the one thing that shocked me the most was the stores running out of toilet paper. I guess it goes to show that in the midst of a pandemic, people still prioritize a bathroom wipe. It didn't matter if it was quilted, cotton, soft and strong, or plain old 2-ply; eventually, like most people, I wound up just rolling with whatever I could find.
By Amanda Spradlin5 years ago in Lifehack
Yarn Review and Free Patterns
Whether you're starting a new hobby or a yarn-a-holic, there's never a bad time for new yarn. Woolike by Loops & Threads is a to die for super fine weight squishy yarn. It comes in several colors, and at roughly $3.00 per ball with nearly 700 yards, it's a great deal. To provide you the best review, I will showcase the yarn in two patterns I've worked up. Links for the free patterns as well.
By Destiny 5 years ago in Lifehack
Christmas Crafts
It’s that time of year again (or maybe you are like me and keep your Christmas tree up year-round) and nothing says family, like making personalized ornaments. This ornament is fairly simple to make, but is a slight messy if you are crafting with kids because well, glitter. But in all honesty, who cares about a slight mess as long as the kids are having fun?
By Destiny Brady5 years ago in Lifehack
How To Make Home Made Bath-Bombs
Everyone who loves bath bombs enjoys smelling it, cause it smells amazing. Am I right, or am I right? Have you ever thought about how to make DIY bath bombs at home by yourself and who created bath bombs in the first place? If so keep on reading.
By Rose Red5 years ago in Lifehack
Asylum Psycho
Where to even begin... Over the years I’ve definitely evolved creatively and I must say watching other creators has helped my mind with this domino effect of ideas that tumble into some of my best work. Although social media platforms could be used in a very negative way, I truly believe I have mastered ignoring most of which does not make me a better individual (mind, body and soul).
By Capo D’Opera5 years ago in Lifehack
How to make money recycling (upcycling) cans
When you empty a can, just remove both ends with a can opener. After that, wash the can thoroughly by using your regular washing-up liquid, remove the label, and let the can dry, or use a towel to dry it off.
By thepavsalford5 years ago in Lifehack
Photo A Day
When I first moved to my new house, I wanted some space for myself. Somewhere that was positive energy, relaxing, and Zen. I had a 12 x 12 shed in the backyard that just had junk in it. I cleaning it out with some help from an old coworker, then put a tarp on the floor that I ordered from amazon. I bought a stacked draw, paint, canvases, and brushes. I found two round Papasan chairs for about $60 on the Facebook market place. Painting is such a release for me and a way to calm my mind. I would paint for hours day and night when I would get off of work. When I first moved, I had no job then in under a few months I had three, so I really did not socialize much I would just use my free time to paint. I added an amazon echo so I could play my music and jam or chill for hours. I loved trying new things and testing paint colors. I have been experiencing with so many things from combs, straws, string, tape, stencils, and toothbrushes. I have a pegboard already installed in the top half of the room so I am able to hang my painting after they dry. I hang them all until there is no space left, then I take pictures of them in front of my art studio to post them on my Instagram. Once they are fully dry, I take them to a shop near me to be scanned in, turned into a digital file, and get one print of each. So, if someone is interested, I can sell them a print if they want the painting but do not have enough funds for the original. I have been following people on Instagram and TikTok to see what they do to either save paint, what tools they like, and what can I turn my art into. I just started playing around with some epoxy so I am excited about all the new possibilities to come. I currently have 5 paintings going on at once because I really like layered paintings. So sometimes I will add to a few paintings or just one painting while I am in the art studio. Right now, I am into Jessie Reyez, Billie Eilish, and NF. All Jessie Reyes any song! Billie Eilish is everything I wanted on repeat, and I am super upset with myself for being so lame and not knowing how absolutely amazing this woman is. Her voice calms me so much if I listen to one of her songs, I listen to it on repeat for all the time for days!! NF is If you want love. I love the song soo much! My nephew sings it with me and he sings it louder. Music is a must when painting for me, it gets me in a zone that I cannot even get close to when I have no music to listen to. The louder the better, sometime no being able to hear anything but the music puts you in an awesome space where you can just let go and be as creative as possible. When there is paint on my skin or clothes it empowers me to create an endless stream of creativity and calmness. If I am upset about something all the anger leaves when I paint. I feel happiness seep through me and a calm that I can't get from anything else. I love painting and expressing myself so I am blessed to be who I want to be and that person is me.
By Franchisca5 years ago in Lifehack
DIY Ghostbusters Proton Pack!
It began with my youngest being obsessed with the original Ghostbusters and his favorite character Dr. Peter Venkman. He loves it along with most of the 80’s films from that period. He has watched Ghostbusters ten times.
By Kevin B. Ploth5 years ago in Lifehack
Fundamental Origami Folds Terms & Techniques
As with any other craft origami has its own terms and methods. Here are some standard horizontal and vertical folds. It is really important to keep all your folds tidy and crisp.
By paul miller5 years ago in Lifehack