DIY

Handmade Soap Can Be Great For Men Too

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There are tons of different kinds of soaps out there for women, but for men, the options are a bit more limited. Red Leaf Bath and Body has a line of “soap and shave” soaps that are designed specifically with men in mind. The soaps come in a number of different manly scents: leather, firewood, lettuce, black tea and clover. You can buy the handmade soaps on their own, or as part of a gift set. We love the idea of handmade soaps for men. What other handmade items do you like making or buying the men in your life?

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How To Make a Confetti Bomb

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A confetti bomb can be a fun way to dress up a bottle of wine or liquor you plan on giving as a gift. In a recent How-Tuesday Etsy put together a video on how to make your own. It’s a super simple craft that can have a huge impact!

How To Make Your Own Curtains

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If you’re having trouble finding the perfect curtains for your space, one of the easiest things to do is just make some curtains yourself. Curtains are one of the simplest things you can learn how to sew and can make a huge impact on your space. Design Sponge has an excellent tutorial up for those … Read more

Free Knitting Patterns

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Almost every knitting project starts with a pattern. Knitting Pattern Central is a website packed with free patterns for knitting everything from Girl’s Clothing to Cozies. Patterns are organized by type so they’re easy to find, and  everything is free to download. It’s one of our favorite go-to spots for finding patterns for new projects. … Read more

Homemade Stuffed Animals Are Lifetime Treasures

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A homemade stuffed animal can be something unique that your child will treasure for a lifetime. The CrochetboxUK has a handful of really fantastic handmade stuffed animals. We love the shop’s hand-crocheted teddy bears in particular. The tiny bear is a great size for your child to take to the playground or school, and looks to be durable enough to handle the most rambunctious of playtimes.

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Spice Up Your Project With Washi Tape

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Washi tape can be just the extra touch you need for your scrapbook page or other project.  Silent Poetry Arts is one of our reader’s favorite places to shop for high-quality Washi tape. There are  countless options in the Etsy store, ranging from tape with words and phrases to those with just a bit of glitter to add pizazz to your work. If you’re in the market for some tape, we’d definitely recommend giving them a look!

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How-To Make Your Own Bird Mobile

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A mobile can add just the right amount of whimsy to your children’s room. Etsy recently created this video with daddy-blogger Joel Henriques that shows you how to make a beautiful looking mobile with your kids (or on your own). Definitely a fun craft!

Screenprinted Fabric Can Personalize Your Projects

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Whether you’re making your own dress, a baby blanket, or new set of curtains; the fabric you choose can have a dramatic impact on your final product.  Hello Spin Spin is one of our reader’s favorite places to pick up fabric for projects. the store produces unique screen printed fabric that you can use to make everything from throw pillows to bags, giving your project a unique look in the process.  They’re definitely worth a look when you’re planning out your next big sewing project!

Image credit: Etsy/ Hello Spin Spin

DNAGems is a Jewelry Maker’s Dream

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Every great piece of handmade jewelry starts with some amazing beds or gemstones. DNAGems has an awesome selection of different types of beads ranging from nicer things that glitter for high-end items, to ethnic and rustic-looking gems for more casual pieces.  They’re one of our reader’s favorite places to buy stones, and we can see why. It’s a collection definitely worth seeing!

Image credit: Etsy/ DNAGems