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Make mom a delectable dessert combining the goodness of almond and honey with berries and a cottage cheese and sour cream base.
Ten free crochet patterns to make afghans or blankets, including granny square designs, stripes and panels.
Learn a new technique in sculpture - using transparent shipping tape. How-to videos, tips, instructions and Scotch is sponsoring the third annual Off the Roll Contest.
How to make model dragonflies from clothespins or clay pots, and how to make a colorful dragonfly window decal. Also includes a short science video about dragonflies, and some interesting facts about the Odonato species of insects.
Nine free crocheted flower patterns including a lotus flower cuff, flower necklace, daffodil, carnation, poppy, daisy and more.
Free crochet scarf patterns, including a ripple scarf, hooded scarf, and a fun sunroom spiral scarf.
Flavored instant coffee mixes make great gifts in a jar for co-workers, teachers, neighbours and more. Economical and easy to prepare, these mixes can be stored in recycled glass jars and decorated for gift giving.
Read three short primers on scrapbooking to get started on creative photo journaling.
How to make your own custom-fitted dress form, using duct tape or plaster gauze to fit the dress form exactly to your own body measurements.
How to dry flowers by air drying, drying roses and other flowers in silica gel, microwave drying and flower pressing, including two videos from University of Illinois extension.