In the cold season, clothes are needed not only by people. Dogs also need insulation so as not to catch a cold when walking through puddles and snow. It is important to choose a comfortable option so that it is easy to put on and does not restrict the movement of the pet. The most popular option is a warm vest for dogs, which is easy to make with your own hands
Knitting is a rewarding activity. With the help of threads and knitting needles, as well as diligence, you can create beautiful unique things for all family members - both large and small. For example, a pullover for a boy will become a useful and elegant thing if his mother or grandmother knits it. How to knit a pullover for a boy so that it is comfortable and practical and brings joy to the child? Hints and tips to help you get started
Craftswomen know that not only the result of the work, but also the process of its creation depends on the quality of the source material. Ease of use, cost-effectiveness and attractive appearance of the product - that's what they say about the yarn for hand knitting Alize Lanagold. What else do you need to know about this material?
Today, various types of needlework are very popular, and sewing occupies a strong niche among lovers of manual applied labor. The subject of our conversation is sundresses. How to sew such clothes yourself, without special knowledge and skills? Let's try to consider the simplest options for sewing sundresses according to the method of creating transforming dresses, the manufacturing process of which takes no more than an hour
The shared thread, or warp thread, indicates how the work of the loom is directed in the process of making matter. Tailors and cutters need to know how to spot it. The base is the main indicator of a stable and low-stretch material. It is used as a key characteristic in the design and cutting of fabric. Further in the article we will talk about the correct and quick definition of the warp thread
Sewing a dress according to the simplest patterns is easy, especially if you have a sewing machine at hand. We offer simple options for interesting and unusual dresses that can be sewn in half an hour
Bespoke sewing is expensive because you have to buy fabric and pay for the work. But if you know how to sew yourself, it is much more profitable, because the fabric can be found cheaper than the finished item in the store. True, the material is worth buying when you already know what you need to sew, because for different models the consumption of fabric is different
Knitting provides a huge scope for your imagination. You can knit any type of dress, inventing patterns yourself
Knitting a trendy waistcoat for women is an easy way to create the perfect option for you. The main thing is to choose the right tools and yarn. And everything else is desire, good mood and love for needlework. And be sure you will succeed
The article describes the principles of crocheting large products, gives recommendations for knitters with limited experience and helps to avoid common mistakes
Do-it-yourself things are more popular today than ever. Many stars prefer to wear knitted dresses, sweaters, accessories. We will not lag behind them either
Moms of daughters one day come to the point where you need to crochet a dress for a doll. How to be in such a situation? After all, the product must be very small. With the thickness of the yarn and the size of the hook, everything is clear, they should be as thin as possible. But what about the scheme? Which model to choose so that it was easy to knit and at the same time crocheted dresses for dolls looked no worse than purchased ones?
Greek-style clothes - dresses, tunics, blouses - have been on the fashion catwalks for many years now. True, the price of some models is quite high. If you are on a budget, don't be discouraged. Such clothes are good because it is very easy to sew them with your own hands, without any patterns. And sometimes you don’t even need to sew
In anticipation of the summer holidays, women are starting to update their wardrobe. At the same time, everyone is always looking for a swimsuit model in which she can become a real queen of the beach. However, it is not always possible to find a suitable option: either there is no suitable size, or the coloring does not suit you. In this case, there is only one way to get a unique thing - to knit a swimsuit on your own or order it to be made according to an individual sketch
Such an element of the wardrobe as a poncho is very common and in demand. It is warm and comfortable, and most importantly, combined with any other things. Crocheting a poncho is easy and simple, and in this case it will be not only beautiful, but also unique
New Year's holidays are the season of children's morning performances in schools, kindergartens and theaters. And how can one come to the carnival to Santa Claus and other fairy-tale characters without a special outfit? That is why, in addition to New Year's chores in families with small children, the search for a carnival outfit is added to the list of important things
What an inexpressible pleasure it is to prepare a New Year's costume for a boy! First, together with him, choose a character in which to dress up, then think through all the details … A little imagination, work, desire - and now the New Year's costume for the boy is ready
On the feast of the Ascension of the Lord, Orthodox people cook not only Easter cakes and paint eggs for a solemn feast and for consecration in the church. Many handmade lovers decorate their home with beautiful Easter eggs. With your own hands you can make interesting crafts that will be wonderful decor items for an apartment and a festive table
Knitting for babies is good for calming nerves and does not take much time. Even a large piece of clothing takes only a few evenings. Every mother wants her child to look stylish and original, and to be comfortable at the same time. Do-it-yourself wardrobe items are the best suited for these purposes
Soft toys are not only an attribute of childhood, but also a symbol of coziness and comfort. And if the toy is made with your own hands, then this thing is also with a soul. It is very valuable and touching. Handmade soft toys - the best gift, souvenir, as well as decoration of your own home
Women's wardrobe is constantly undergoing some changes. For the winter, women stock up on warm clothes, for the summer they try to get something light and breathable. Replenish your supply of skirts by crocheting them yourself. Long and short, warm and light, openwork and dense - you can create all this with your own hands
Do-it-yourself crafts can be a wonderful gift for a loved one, a good way to dispel boredom or become a cute interior decor. In order to make paper crafts, you need very few materials, half an hour of free time and this article, which will give a lot of ideas and inspiration
Do-it-yourself bed covers can not only help turn the bedroom into a dream room, but also get rid of unnecessary yarn, shreds of fabric and old things. The article discusses the types of bedspreads that you can make with your own hands, as well as the basic rules and step-by-step instructions
In the article we will describe in detail how products are made from fabric patches, what beginners need to know. Patchwork is a labor-intensive work, it requires accuracy and perseverance, accuracy in calculations. For beginners, it is better to start with simple schemes for connecting identical segments. They can have a different shape, for example, stripes or equal squares
Stained-glass windows look beautiful, rich and unusual. That's just for some reason, many are accustomed to associate them with some kind of religious buildings or luxurious palaces. In fact, today a stained-glass window can be in an ordinary apartment. There are several technologies for their manufacture. They differ only in price, quality and operating conditions of the finished product, but not in its decorative characteristics
Do-it-yourself Easter cards are made by children from the younger group of kindergarten. These can be simple drawings with gouache paints, as well as an appliqué, the elements of which are cut out by the teacher. The task of the children is to correctly place them on a sheet of paper and stick
Handmade gifts for Easter will delight family and friends. On this day, it is customary to exchange small souvenirs, treat friends with Easter cakes and painted eggs, and collect traditional treats in baskets. Children also like to take part in the preparation for the holiday. Below are a few crafts for Easter. You can make them with your own hands for both adults and children
Everything new is old well remade. Therefore, many needlewomen use improvised materials and their remnants to create their works. They rarely have the question of what can be made from leather, fabric or the remaining beads. When looking at pieces of material, another original idea almost immediately flashes in my head
Small cross stitch patterns will be useful to you in many cases. First, when you want to quickly make a handmade gift. Secondly, when you just started to get involved in a new hobby. Thirdly, this is the most popular size for the game "Round Robin", which will be discussed in more detail at the end of the article. Therefore, now it is worth highlighting a few main themes and ideas that are most popular for small embroidered paintings
Look from afar - an interesting belt with a pattern. But looking closer, you understand that it is made of the smallest grains of multi-colored beads. And such painstaking work attracts your eye and fascinates for a long time. So why not try to create such beauty with your own hands? A beaded belt is great for many wardrobes, for many styles. And in the eyes of others, you will be the owner of a truly chic accessory
People can be divided into two types: the first throw away all unnecessary or broken things, the second put them away until better times or for further restoration. Often, among all such goodness, things made of leather, natural or artificial, come across. Not always a shabby little thing can be restored. Therefore, a completely logical question appears in my head: what can be done with this material?
Creating an unusual composition of flowers today is within the power of everyone: a little imagination, a bit of inspiration, a drop of knowledge (or the ability to search for the right information), free time and the necessary materials. In this article you will find interesting notes on possible and impossible sketches for creating unforgettable decor elements. You will learn about the nuances of this hobby (or profession) when similar compositions are intended for someone else
In order not to lose interest in a new hobby, craftsmen advise starting from the basics, from the simplest pictures. Gradually, stuffing your hand, you move on to more complex projects. Now you will get acquainted with the first steps in embroidery: black and white patterns with a cross, or rather, with their merits
Among needlewomen of all ages, 2004 was the "Year of Robin" in honor of the Round Robin game of the same name. As a new sport and as an unknown viral disease, this game captured with its excitement not just tens, but hundreds and thousands of people. Experienced embroiderers and beginners share their knowledge and tricks with each other in the process. And in the end, everyone gets an unforgettable experience, an invaluable canvas that has traveled around several cities or even countries
Handmade toys are in great demand among both children and adults. Masters and craftswomen put their soul into the characters they create, so every detail is important. They say that the eyes are the mirror of the soul. This correct remark can be applied with the same success to toys or dolls. How to make eyes with your own hands, this article will help you figure it out. Properly selected eyes will give the product the right mood and character. Therefore, considerable time is devoted to their selection
Walking bareheaded in cold weather is dangerous to he alth, because meningitis does not sleep. Therefore, if you care not only about your he alth, but also about the he alth of your man, be sure to knit a stylish hat for him. The product created by you personally will allow you not only to save the budget, but also to find an accessory that is ideally suited to the wardrobe of your loved one. And besides, like nothing else, it will warm a loved one in the cold. Have you decided? Then let's start knitting a men's hat with knitting needles
The costume of Wonder Woman - a popular comic book heroine, a female superhero - is very extravagant and will not suit modest girls at all. Such a revealing outfit will emphasize beauty, courage and sexuality, but attempts to make the costume less defiant will only spoil the image
In kindergarten, children often make applications, origami and other paper crafts. This creative process develops perseverance and independence, accuracy and patience, fine motor skills of hands. The child learns to create something with his own hands, find different and identical details, decompose the general image into elements, develops imagination
Almost all children love to sculpt various figures and use all kinds of materials for this creative process - from sand on the playground to culinary dough. This activity is not only very exciting, but also useful. In the process of creating beautiful crafts from plasticine, the child is engaged in an interesting business that directly affects his mental development, emotional state and instills a sense of beauty
Surely many at least once thought about how to make a ring with their own hands. Unique handmade jewelry can be made from different materials, from wood to metal, including precious. There are also a huge number of ideas for making your own ring - it can be either a classic ring or some unique ring, it all depends on the imagination and skill of the master