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This technique is useful for making beaded crochet motifs such as snowflakes, apples, and crochet hearts. Make a row of beads and shape it into the design that you want to create. It is also useful for making beaded crochet jewelry, including necklaces, bracelets, and chokers. Basically, if you just want to get started with learning how to bead crochet then this is a great place for you to start....

Uploading is easy and is done by all nowadays but the process to delete photos on Facebook is something we might all not be very familiar with. Maybe you uploaded pictures but turned out it was blurry or you didn’t like the way you looked. Maybe you want to get rid of some memory from years ago. You can get rid of them as you please. If you are unaware of how to delete photos on Facebook, worry no more because, with this article, we have you covered....

Using a medium-weight yarn, they should take up about six inches square. Knit in a finer yarn they will be smaller, or you can easily take these shapes and draw your own charts to the size you need. Using a lighter colored yarn will help your letters and the stitches stand out. When you’re knitting letters it’s important to keep the tension of your yarn consistent for a uniform look....

Whether it be on your own device or someone else’s, once you have logged in, you might want to log out due to safety reasons so that no one else is able to use your account. Privacy is an essential factor when you are using social media. Logging out ensures this safety protocol and makes sure that no one will be able to access and use your account. If you are unaware of how to log out of Facebook, worry no more because, with this article, we have you covered....

Gather Your Supplies Here’s what you’ll need to get started: Jewelry pieces Mini pliers Wire cutters E6000 craft adhesive Bamboo skewer Pin back The most important component of the brooch is going to be the charms and baubles you choose to layer. Keeping metals and colors somewhat consistent will lead you to a more cohesive finished product. Also, choosing charms with meaning adds an extra layer of fun, too. Cut Off Extra Clasps Once you’ve chosen your charms, you’re going to want to clip off any extra metal loops or clasps that are no longer needed....

Who cares if it’s not Halloween—a fun costume can be a joy to wear on any occasion. Maybe you want to make animal masks, or you want to celebrate Mardi Gras, or you have a flair for the theatrics and decide to put on a play in a day. Whatever your ambition is, these paper plate masks are sure to be a hit with you and your kids. The best part: They are so easy to make, children as young as 5 to 6 years old can create them with little to no supervision (parents should supervise while scissors and a hot glue gun are being used)....

However, if you are just getting started with shampoo bars, it can take some time to get used to the different feel when washing your hair. Despite that, the pros outweigh the cons for many people. Shampoo bar recipes can be configured to work for your hair type, and they make great gifts too. Try out these DIY shampoo bars if you want to get rid of unnecessary chemicals in your house or if you want to try a new beauty craft....

Gryffindor ScarfSure, you can go the distance and crochet or knit a Gryffindor scarf. But an easier way to pull off the making of this accessory is by hot-gluing patches of gold and maroon felt together to form a neck decoration. Gryffindor TieStart out with a gold tie, and then use red fabric paint to add lines to it. Employ a ruler and a fabric pen to help you make straight lines and paint in between them....

Here’s what you’ll need: FabricRiceDried LavenderScissorsNeedleThreadRibbon Cut to Size Depending on how much lavender and rice you have, you’ll want to customize the size of the fabric based on that. Or divvy the piece up so you can make multiples, one for each drawer. Fold your fabric in half and cut out a square at the edge so one of the edges is a fold—that means you only have to sew two sides instead of three!...

The pond in this article was built using E-Z Water from Woodland Scenics. E-Z water sets up much faster and is easier for beginners to work with than ​two-part epoxy resin or casting resin. Materials Needed To make a miniature pond you will need a foam base, made either from dry floral arrangement foam (sold in blocks at florists and craft stores) or high-density insulation board or insulation foam from the DIY home store....

However, with all that possibility also comes a lot of decision making. As glazes are made up of chemicals and compounds, each of them reacts to the different materials and clays in different ways. The beauty of this is that every piece you create will be completely unique. We’re going to cover glazing pieces that have already been bisque fired, as single-fired work is usually used more for decorative ceramics than functional wares....