Crafts that are a little Harder!
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  • Flowers and colorful dots perk up these plain egg and bunny ornaments.
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  • Celebrate spring with marbelous glass ornaments and eggs. Create family heirlooms in about an hour.
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  • Easter Fingertip Towel. Surprise your Easter visitors with this clever fingertip towel design.
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  • This week's craft Wooden Spoons Bunny Pin is from her book Crafts for Spring. The pins are adorable and make great gifts
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  • Paper Mache Eggs
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  • Yard Eggs
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  • (Debbie Stapley, Ask DIY Craft expert) Given that baby clothes can cost a fortune for such a small amount of material, it's a good idea to learn to make your own baby dresses. At a fraction of the cost, the homemade dresses also give you a chance to display your own style and charm.
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  • Everyone knows that reading books is more than just turning pages. It's also about finding the perfect spot to relax and soak up the topic du jour. So how does this relate to crafting?
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  • For the busy gal on the go, fishing earrings from the bottom of a purse is a common activity. So is finding them next to the telephone, on top of coffee tables and even in car glove compartments.
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  • Note: Because stitching styles differ, it's impossible to predict how much thread is needed. After you have made a bracelet, you'll be better acquainted with your own style. White will show dirt and wear, so choose a vibrant color that fits in with your color scheme.
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  • "If magazines were money, we'd be rich."
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  • Patchwork Heart Project
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  • Sewing expert Lynne Farris stitches a growth chart to keep track of kids' height from year to year. And with movable pieces that are fastened with Velcro® hook-and-loop tape, kids can make up all sorts of different scenes and stories to go along with them. A pattern for this project is available; see the resources section for ordering information.
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  • There's nothing like receiving a dozen long-stemmed red roses on Valentine's Day. But do you ever wish they could last longer?
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  • Often referred to as "assemblage art," "dimensional scrap" or "collection collages," the basic concept is the same -- arranging sentimental mementos in an eye-appealing way.
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  • A plush bunny pushes his flower-laden cart for a lovely home décor accent.
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  • Bring the cheer of spring indoors with these Charming Easter Houses.
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  • The exquisite beauty of spun sugar eggs, without the sugar so it can be enjoyed year after year.
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  • Your guests are sure to be thrilled with these adorable bunny and duck party favors.
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  • This funny little bunny has his basket all ready for spring flowers, or maybe even an egg or two!
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  • Embellish a vase for your Easter bouquets.
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  • Licorice Pots
    Any one with a sweet tooth will be happy with these peppy pots filled with colorful licorice.
    What You Need: Terra-cotta pot (we used a 6-inch pot) , Large rickrack, Buttons, Tacky glue, Acrylic paint in desired color, Paintbrush, Clear cellophane or plastic wrap, Licorice or other candy
    Instructions: 1. Glue rickrack around the lip of the pot and allow the glue to dry. Glue buttons atop the rickrack as desired. 2. Paint vertical stripes or squiggles on the pot. Let the paint dry. Click for more...
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  • Mother's Day Paint Can Gift Wrap
    Invent your own special gift wrap. What You Need: Go wild with this zany wrap.Large decorative paint can (available at home improvement centers). White and navy papers for the paint can lid and label Cut-It-Up items as follows:Acid-free flower and leaf die-cuts Acid-free Pop-It-Up adhesive dots EK Success Zig Calligraphy and Writer marking pens Double-stick tape
    Instructions: 1. Start by putting a fresh coat of paper on a paint can and use it for your gift wrap. 2. Curl the petals on flower die-cuts to make the design lively, and adhere them with pop dots. Occasionally, stack two dots together for added height and dimension.
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  • Mulled Spice Bag
    Turn store-bought mulling spices into a personal gift. What You Need: Scissors, Pinking shears, Ruler, Solid-color cotton fabric (one 10-inch square per bag), Burlap or cotton mesh fabric (one 10-inch square per bag) Sewing needle or large pin, Mulling spices, Yarn or cord, Cinnamon stick Silver leaf.
    Instructions: 1. Cut a 9-inch square out of solid-color cotton fabric using pinking shears. Cut a 9-inch square out of the mesh fabric using regular scissors. 2. Fray the edges of the mesh fabric about 3/4 inch by using a needle or large pin to loosen and remove threads around the perimeter. Click for more...
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  • Sand Candles
    The twisted wire makes strong hangers for these candles nestled in colored sand. Cup hook, Hand drill, 24-gauge steel or copper wire, Wire cutters C-clamp, Needle-nose pliers, Beads and rhinestones, Small jar, Jewelry glue, Colored sand, Votive candle
    1. Insert the cup hook into the drill and tighten. 2. Make two sets of banding wires to go around the neck of the jar by cutting two 12-inch pieces of wire for each set. Holding two of the pieces together, make a loop in the wires 3 inches from the ends. Measure 3 inches up from the opposite end. Click for more...
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  • Shimmering Shells
    Iridescent paints on tiny seashells add color and sparkle. Shells, Waxed paper,Iridescent paints in white, hot pink, purple, turquoise, yellow and lime green Disposable plate Small and medium flat paint brushes Fine white glitter Several cups of white sand Decoupage medium Glass bowl Thick white crafts glue Candles
    Instructions: 1. Wash and dry shells. Cover work surface with waxed paper 2. Place a small amount of each paint color on a disposable plate. You will use mostly iridescent white. Paint the entire shell iridescent white. While wet, add a touch of color to the painted shell. A tiny bit of intense color goes a long way on the white. Click for more...
    Note: Never leave burning candles unattended!
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  • Make this great tote for Mom and she can show off all her favorite memories.
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  • Cherish those special memories of Mother's Day forever by creating a fabulous frame and scrapbook page using rubber stamps. Send a coordinating card to make your mother's day!
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  • Give mom an elegant ribbon rose corsage she'll cherish long after the real flowers have faded.
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  • Quick and easy to make, these bookmarks make an elegant gift.
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