Crafts

On Mother's Day it is a tradition to give mothers gifts to show them how special they are; some of the best gifts are handmade. Skip the flowers, and learn about wonderful handmade crafts and gifts that your mother will be sure to appreciate.

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In the Jewish tradition, Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the New Year. In fact, "Rosh Hashanah" literally means "Head of the Year." In this article you'll discover fun Rosh Hashanah crafts you can make yourself, like a shofar and honey cards.

By Kersten Hamilton & Lisa Lerner

Mardi Gras crafts are enjoyable projects to do with your kids. Bright colors, party masks, delicious food, and festive noise result in a festive mood around the house--just when kids are starting to get cabin fever. Check out these Mardi Gras crafts.

By Kersten Hamilton & Lisa Lerner

Labor Day first began in the 1880s as a day off for the hardworking men and women of America. Today it continues to celebrate the efforts of workers on the first Monday of September. Learn ways to celebrate Labor Day with fun activities and games.

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Walls and floors often carry the theme for a room's decor. You can use stencil designs to create a custom look that you will never find at the wallpaper store. Learn about unique, flexible stencil designs for walls and floors in this article.

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Stencils answer your craving for one-of-a-kind furniture. With these stencil designs, you can turn a chair, cabinet, footstool--just about anything--into a unique piece of furniture that reflects your style. Learn more about stenciling furniture.

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Stencils come in a variety of shapes, patterns, and themes. Make complex patterns by repeating a stencil design, or create an elegant showcase of a single stencil shape. Download these stencil designs and start decorating your own home with ease.

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Decorate your kitchen easily using these handmade stencil designs. Each page in this article includes simple step-by-step instructions to make your kitchen more special. Stretch your creativity and explore these kitchen stenciling projects.

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You can learn about stenciling tools, choosing a stencil design, planning a stencil pattern, stenciling techniques, and even how to make your own stencils. In this article, you'll learn everything you need to know to get creative with stencils.

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From majestic waterfalls to charming villages, we draw landscapes to honor their beauty. With the simple instructions in this article, you can learn to draw lovely landscapes in no time even if you've never seen them in person.

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Cars and trucks look great on the street -- and on paper. Release your inner artist and learn to draw classic and modern cars trucks and motorcycles by following the simple steps in this article.

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You can draw everything from animals and people to planes and trains with our simple, colorful and clear step-by-step instructions. Sharpen your creative skills as you learn how to draw just about anything you can think of.

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From biplanes to space shuttles, learn to draw a variety of aircraft by putting together only a few basic shapes. Let your inner artist soar as you learn to draw planes with our step-by-step instructions.

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From simple sailboats to complicated pirate ships, drawing boats can be easy and fun. Learn to draw all sorts of boats with just a few basic art supplies and the step-by-step instructions in this article.

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Whether your favorite animal is a dog, a cat, a kangaroo or a goldfish, we'll teach you how to draw and color it in no time. Learn how to draw all kinds of animals and wildlife using our simple and colorful step-by-step instructions.

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Dinosaurs are a favorite subject for young artists learning to draw. From Allosaurus to Velociraptor, learn how to draw dozens of awesome dinosaurs with our easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions.

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Winter stories feature the best bedtime stories for kids, from short rhymes to longer stories filled with fun. These stories are perfect for sitting by the fire on a cold winter's night. Grab a glass of hot coco and check out these winter stories.

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Construction vehicles may look complicated, but they're easy to draw if you break them down into their basic parts. Learn how to draw construction vehicles -- including cranes, mixers, bulldozers and more -- with the step-by-step instructions in this article.

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So you've never knit before? There's no reason to feel intimidated. The step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations in this article will have you knitting like a pro in no time.

By Terry Kimbrough

Knitting for beginners can be much more than just knitting little patchwork squares. Here you can get free knitting patterns for practically everything from belts, to designer dishtowels, and stylish throws -- all for beginners.

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You can use the simple knit and purl stitches to make many wonderful things. But don't stop there! Challenge yourself with the techniques in this article, and knitting will continue to be an exciting adventure.

By Terry Kimbrough

Knit adorable and soft baby booties to keep baby's feet warm and comfy. Learn how to make baby's best booties and her first pair of Mary Janes, and get free knitting patterns for both.

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Knitting a scarf is a fun outlet for your creativity. Trying to keep warm or just needing an accessory that is uniquely you, a hand-knit scarf is just perfect. Get free scarf knitting patterns here.

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A pair of handmade mittens makes a great gift for yourself or a loved one. With clear and easy-to-follow instructions, these mittens are sure to please. Take advantage of these free mitten knitting patterns.

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Knitting a baby blanket is a wonderful way of passing the time till the arrival of a new baby. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced knitter, find free patterns for baby blankets here.

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