Crafts

Every time you open a bottle of wine, you tuck that cork away with all the others. What if there were something fun and practical you could do with all those corks?

By Elizabeth Abbess

Tea leaves its mark -- literally. It can stain mugs, countertops and even your teeth after time. Why not put that staining power to good use as a safe and inexpensive way to add color to your crafting and household projects.

By Claribel Pope

Instead of spending money on expensive planters, why not create them from items found throughout your home? You can make use of many things that would otherwise end up in a landfill, and it's a great DIY project.

By Alia Hoyt & Elizabeth Abbess

Collage art is interesting, creative and fun. To make your own collage all you need is a great imagination, a little inspiration and a few easy-to-find supplies.

By Sarah Siddons

Your closet is overflowing with T-shirts, blouses, pants, jeans and even pajamas you no longer wear. Sure, you can donate some stuff to the thrift store, but not everything is worth the trip. Try recycling that fabric for a craft project instead.

By Cordelia Hamilton

Aluminum is lightweight, heat-resistant and flexible. Thrifty crafters take advantage of these qualities to make jewelry, household decorations and more.

By Eleanor Duse

Ever outgrow a pair of pants, but just don't have the heart to give them away? Luckily, there are ways to hold on to those treasured trousers and use them for other means in your life.

By Juliet Kaman

Reusing plastic soda bottles to make crafts is a good way to utilize creativity, save money and benefit the Earth. Instead of taking up space in a landfill, soda bottles can be used to make candles, mobiles, noise makers and more.

By Claribel Pope

Before you think about throwing away your family's aging T-shirts, consider the crafting potential. The design possibilities are limited only by your wardrobe, so raid your closet, grab your T-shirts, and read on.

By Sarah Siddons

As the green movement spreads, so-called "up-cycling" has brought the blueprints for record-breaking inventions to mainstream society. Recycled vinyl record crafts are some of the most creative among those plans.

By Cordelia Hamilton

Wallpaper -- most people either love it or hate it, on walls that is. But as a recycled crafting material -- what's not to love? Find out how to make book covers, picture frames and greeting cards using old wallpaper.

By Libby Little

Brilliant colors, sturdy materials ... it seems like such a shame to throw those wine bottles away. There must be something you can do with them, right?

By Eleanor Duse

When it comes to recycled-object crafting, CDs have a lot going for them. They're shiny, lightweight, round and have a smooth surface for attaching pictures, gemstones, fabric or whatever else suits your fancy.

By Sarah Siddons

Thinking of junking your worn-out or ill-fitting jeans? Recycling and reusing denim for crafts large and small will save you money and free up space in both your closet and your local landfill.

By Claribel Pope

Glass is an abundant product in our everyday lives. Whether it's an old jam jar, a candy dish or even a window, it may be useful for something else. Before you toss it, think about ways you can get crafty with glass.

By Elizabeth Abbess

Jelly, salsa, olives, mayo, mustard ... if these items are common staples in your household, then you probably have quite a few glass jars in your pantry and refrigerator. Learn how to put those jars to good use after the food is long gone.

By Eleanor Duse

Every week, we hit the grocery store and fill our carts with food groups spanning the food pyramid -- including milk. And when you're done, that plastic jug can be turned into a myriad of craft projects.

By Elizabeth Abbess

Get ideas and guides for creating homemade costumes from household items.

By Healey McBride

Interested in learning how to draw a woman in a bathing suit? With these five easy steps, learn now to draw a woman in a bathing suit.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

Construction vehicles are easier to draw than you might think. Have you ever wondered how to draw dump trucks?

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

This grand cathedral is a stunning sight. You will love learning to draw this cathedral if you are a fan of history or architecture -- or if you're looking for a drawing challenge.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

With its intricately detailed exterior, the majestic Taj Mahal is one of the world's most wonderful works of architecture. Learn how to draw this building for a truly special addition to your repertoire.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

Australia's Sydney Opera House is one of the most recognizable buildings in the world. You'll have a great time learning how to draw this unique and beautiful building.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

Towering over cities around the world, skyscrapers are impressive works of architecture. By using the principles of perspective and vanishing point, you can learn to draw skyscrapers of all sizes.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

It's hard to resist a cozy and inviting log cabin. With our simple instructions, you won't have to.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.