Crafts

Paper-mache has been used by ancient cultures and schoolchildren alike to create sculptures, masks and statues that are durable, light and easily fashioned from readily available materials.

By Muriel Vega

Lots of wrapping paper wasn't meant to be recycled. But that doesn't mean you have to put it in the trash or save it for next year. Here are some really creative uses for it.

By Kiara Taylor

Get ready to make everyone's favorite Non-Newtonian fluid. We think it's even better than homemade slime.

By Alia Hoyt

It's a super-fun science experiment, not a recipe for elephant dental hygiene.

By Jesslyn Shields

Sugar skulls are an integral (and beautiful) part of Day of the Dead festivities. We speak with an artist and sugar skull expert to find out how to make them.

By Alia Hoyt

No priming, no sanding, no expectation of a perfectly pristine surface. Chalk paint is the perfect answer for all kinds of do-it-yourself painting and refinishing projects.

By Laurie L. Dove

Making slime is a fun project to do at home or school — and it takes just a few everyday ingredients to pull it off. We've got some recipes inside.

By Alia Hoyt

If you've already made slime at home, take the next step and try making kinetic sand. It's fun, easy, educational and even therapeutic.

By Alia Hoyt

An impossible shape is a two-dimensional image that looks like it could exist in three dimensions, but in reality cannot. Why can't it exist — and how do you draw one?

By Melanie Radzicki McManus

Enlist even your youngest kids to work on these sweet Valentine’s Day projects.

By Blythe Copeland

You don’t have to invest in expensive supplies or classes to enjoy crafting with your family; try these easy projects – using supplies you already have – instead.

By Blythe Copeland

Thanks to blogs and TV shows, crafting is growing at an alarming rate. But there's no need to be overwhelmed. We've got 10 easy projects to get you started.

By Emilie Sennebogen

Emulating Martha Stewart is many a crafter's dream, but we don't all have her budget. Sometimes, though, it's worth spending more for tools that'll make crafting more enjoyable -- and help you create better projects.

By Jill Jaracz

Crafting used to be a simple hobby that many women used to blow off steam. But now, it's turned into a full-blown industry, and these five women are cashing in.

By Emilie Sennebogen

Pinterest is quickly becoming the go-to place for all things crafty. So why not use it as the inspiration for your next party?

By Emilie Sennebogen

From ribbons to paper to silk flowers, crafting is about the stuff. And sometimes, you get tired of your stuff and want some new goodies. We'll show you how to get it -- for cheap.

By Sara Elliott

There's nothing more frustrating than sitting down to start a craft and realizing you can't find any of your materials. Stop the madness now and get your craft room in order.

By Sara Elliott

There are crafters with bins and closets full of papers, bobbles, bits and glues. Ever wondered what all of that stuff really is? Use our handy craft glossary to find out!

By Terri Briseno

Try these simple-to-make Valentine crafts and treats for kids from HowStuffWorks.

How to turn a worn out sweater into warm mittens in about an hour. Learn more about making felted wool mittens from old sweaters.

By Marye Audet, Planet Green

Make a scarf that can help you get through all your time-traveling adventures, even if you are traveling through time linearly like we do.

By Josh Peterson, Planet Green

If you want to wear a creative necklace without spending a fortune, make a bottle cap necklace. Read this article to learn how to make a bottle cap necklace.

By HowStuffWorks.com Contributors

You'd like to learn how to make sock animals with the single socks you have around the house. This article will tell you how to make sock animals.

By HowStuffWorks.com Contributors

You want to make a buckeye necklace, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to make a buckeye necklace in this article.

When you know how to hang a bird house on a tree you can provide a welcoming home to local birds. Learn about how to hang a bird house in this article.

By HowStuffWorks.com Contributors