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Buttonhole - purl and front loops

Knitting is one of the oldest types of needlework, thanks to which it has become possible to make warm things of various sizes and shapes. Initially hand-twisted threads were intertwined with fingers, and then thin, durable

Modular Origami Cactus

We cut colored paper into small rectangular blanks, each of which is 1/32 part of a standard sheet of office paper. From the rectangles we add paper triangular elements (modules), which will form the basis

We sew a denim baseball cap for the kid

Probably, there is not a single mother-needlewoman who would not alter the boring jeans in some sort of wardrobe item for her children. Things from always up-to-date blue denim, with life or artificially created scuffs, with

How to make cobra in origami technique

One of the largest poisonous snakes is the king cobra. If danger arises, then it lifts part of the body and a swelling hood is visible in the neck. At the same time, the snake hisses and makes formidable lunges towards the enemy. But a cobra made from

How to make an origami elephant

The elephant is considered the largest land animal. There are 2 species - Indian and African. A distinctive feature of elephants is the trunk, which many consider the nose. But in fact, the trunk is the upper lip fused to the nose. Via

Master class: frames for Provence photo

Provence is one of the favorite styles of incorrigible romantics. It is as if saturated with the scent of lavender, the rustic flavor of southern France and afternoon bliss. It is characterized by light pastel shades, wood, forged pieces of furniture, faded on

Vase from bobbins from an adhesive tape

Real needlewomen never throw anything away. All kinds of packing boxes, jars, ropes, ribbons, empty ampoules from the handle, scraps of wallpaper and even candy wrappers from under the sweets ... everything is neatly folded in a designated place.

Denim skirt with embroidery

Denim is universal and you can make it yourself a fashionable piece of clothing, or a durable case for a tablet or phone (smartphone). You can buy fabric, or you can take it from old jeans (for example, pants), saving money.

Wedding envelopes for cash gift

So the long-awaited wedding time spring-summer 2017 has come and we will have fun, joy and congratulations to the newlyweds ahead of us on this solemn day. The color scheme of weddings in 2017 is diverse, as they say for every taste, therefore

Handmade Baby Envelopes

For each family, the most important and important event is the replenishment of their family, namely the birth of a child. The appearance of a baby is always a huge joy in any family. Not only the parents themselves are happy, but also the grandparents, aunts and uncles, brothers and sisters.

Decor of mittens "Cat's feet"

It would seem that only the summer has begun, but before we have time to look around, the snow-white, cold winter will come again. As the popular saying goes, “Prepare a sleigh in the summer, and a cart in the winter,” this means that you need to prepare for everything in advance. Therefore, you need to sew

We sew a summer sarafan for the girl

Many mothers-needlewomen know firsthand that sewing baby clothes is very easy and fast. And all because it is notable for its small size, uncomplicated cutting and tailoring technology. And yet it can be changed from an adult, already bored or

Brooch “Doggie” from wool

Who doesn't like dogs? These curious cute creatures leave few indifferent. They impress with their simplicity and devotion. A puppy in the house is always a joy. Each owner seeks to perpetuate the image of his pet in a photo or video. However

Casket "Balloons"

Take a board and use a wine cork to close the hole, smooth the surface with an acrylic putty, wait for drying and finally remove the irregularities with medium sandpaper. Then with white acrylic paint we will cover the surface of our board and

A simple way to make a patch

The patch is a product of various shapes, has a fabric base on which the drawing is applied. Bright and colorful stripes on clothes attract attention, therefore they are in high demand. It’s often impossible to find that patch in the store,

Workshop on knitting ornaments for a summer hat

Today we will knit jewelry for a bright summer hat. It will be a butterfly decorated with beads, to it we will connect three spiral elements. For knitting we need ...

We sew a summer cap for the baby

Hot summer days are around the corner and, therefore, it's time to take care of the headdress for your baby. A lightweight cotton cap is what helps protect him from the scorching rays of the sun during walks. Sewing such a hat is a pleasure

Paper dolphin

Dolphins are aquatic mammals that live in almost any ocean. It is believed that these are fairly intelligent creatures, seeking to communicate with humans. This workshop provides a step-by-step creation of a paper dolphin, which

Men's envelopes for money

Gift envelopes and handmade certificates are becoming more and more popular. Why are handmade envelopes so good? The answer is quite logical and simple, they are unique and it is almost impossible to repeat 100%, even

How to make a bow on the last call do it yourself

The last bell is a good tradition of graduates leaving school. The end of a carefree childhood, ahead - an independent, adult life. Of course, on this day everyone wants to look beautiful, and especially girls. Therefore, I propose to do

Paper Pencil Stand

You can organize your workplace with the help of various devices. For lovers of needlework, it will be interesting to create them with your own hands. For example, the step-by-step production of a pencil stand is shown in this workshop.

Thread interior pendant

In recent years, more and more Western traditions began to pour into our traditional Easter customs to celebrate this Bright Holiday. First of all, it concerns the use of thematic decor in interior design. Easter garlands

How to make a quilling bee

The transformation of thin strips into a variety of figures and compositions is known as quilling. To master this technique is not difficult, but it is better to start not with the creation of paintings, but with its individual elements. In this workshop we will show how to make a bee.

Elegant crochet summer panama

Such a panama hat looks good both on a girl and an adult woman. It protects the head from the sun, and the fields give a shadow to the eyes. The classic version of such a panama allows you to wear it at any age. For knitting, you need to calculate the diameter of the crown.
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