Crafts
Crafts at HowStuffWorks has hundreds of fun ideas to keep your family entertained. Find free kids' crafts by theme, material and season.
Animal Activities
How to Make Bird Feeders
How to Make Bird Snacks
How to Make Oobleck
How to Make Elephant Toothpaste
How to Make Slime
How to Make Beads
How to Make Beaded Hair Barrettes
How to Make Beaded Zipper Pulls
How to Make Gel Candles
Saponification: The Science Behind Soap-Making
Gift Guide for the Bathroom Remodeler
How to Draw Impossible Shapes
How to Draw a Woman in a Bathing Suit in 5 Steps
How to Draw Cathedrals in 5 Steps
9 Uses for Leftover Holiday Wrapping Paper
How to Make Sugar Skulls for Day of the Dead
How to Make Bows for Wreaths
Chalk Paint Is a Do-it-yourself Superstar
10 Simple Ideas for Casual Crafters
10 Splurge-Worthy Crafting Tools
How to Make a Baby Blanket
Free Baby Bootie Knitting Patterns
Free Knitting Patterns for Beginners
Tree Crafts for Kids
Nature Projects for Kids
Nature Weaving Crafts for Kids
Paper-mache: Puppets, Piñatas and Bowls Anyone Can Make
Quilt Gallery
Easy Quilt Patterns
Quilted Tea Cozy Pattern
7 Ways to Reuse Wine Bottles
9 Ways to Upcycle Your Wine Corks
How to Make Jewelry From Recycled Materials
How to Make a Snowman
Detective Activities for Kids
Science Activities for Kids
Durable, Waterproof and Warm: Felted Wool Mittens from Old Sweaters
Make a Dr. Who Scarf
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Add a personal touch to that candle-lit dinner by learning how to make you own gel candles. This article shows you how to make gel candles.
Your child has to learn how to build a lighthouse. Learn here how to build a small lighthouse.
You want to make a paper tank, in other words, origami cut-outs, with your class. Learn about how to make a paper tank from this article.
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Learn how to make bows for wreaths, and you will be able to decorate your house for the holidays without spending a lot of money. Learn about how to make bows for wreaths in this article.
You want to make padded clothes hangers, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to make padded clothes hangers in this article.
Have you ever wanted to make vampire fangs, but didn't know how? Learn how to make vampire fangs from this article.
You can make fake scars at home using tried and true homemade recipes. Learn about how to make fake scars at home in this article.
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You can make jewelry out of all sorts of recycled materials. Learn how to make jewelry from recycled materials in this article.
Saponification is the chemical process by which the ingredients that make up the typical bar of soap come together. And you can find out for yourself with our easy recipe for lye soap.
By Alia Hoyt
There is no greater fun for kids than to make origami animals. Join the fun and show kids how to make origami animals.
Have geological formations erupt in your own home when you make a paper mache volcano. Learn about how to make a paper mache volcano in this article.
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You want to make a paper football, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to make a paper football in this article.
You want to make a paper sailor hat, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to make a paper sailor hat in this article.
Making a paper turkey with your kids will provide hours of fun. Learn about how to make a paper turkey in this article.
You promised to show your class how to make the pyramids of Egypt out of clay. Read on and learn how to make pyramids out of clay.
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There are many ways to make a baby blanket. Learn one way how to make a baby blanket in this article.
Summon the skills of the ancient Egyptians, and make a cardboard pyramid. Learn about how to make a cardboard pyramid in this article.
Making a cube out of paper is a fun way to impress others. Learn about how to make a cube out of paper in this article.
You want to crochet a hat for you neighbor's baby, but you don't know how to do it. Here are instructions for how to crochet a hat for beginners.
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There are all sorts of homemade baby shower favors that are easy to make. Learn how to make homemade baby shower favors in this article.
Nothing is as exciting for kids (and adults) as making a snowman after a fresh snowfall. Read this article to learn how to make a snowman.
Making your own homemade soap is a great way to have fancy soaps at a fraction of the cost of buying them. Read this article to learn how to make homemade soap.
When the giftee on your list is a DIY superstar, you've got to get him something that he wants, needs and can put to good use. For any DIYers attempting a bathroom renovation, we've got the perfect gift ideas.
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DIY is everywhere these days, and it can be very tempting to jump on the bandwagon. But before you do, make sure you have the tools and accessories you need to be successful. This list will get you started so you can show off your handywork.
By Sara Elliott
Outdoor rooms are becoming more popular than ever, and more often than not, a fire pit is the focal point. It's easy to build one yourself -- if you keep safety and reality in check. This article should help you do both.
By Sara Elliott