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Wedding bottle with poppies

If you are invited to a wedding or some special event, you should not immediately run to the store for gifts. You can make an original souvenir with your own hands. At the same time, you do not need to have deep knowledge of cutting and sewing. Enough

Photo frame made from old buttons

Everyone probably has a lot of old buttons at home, and in this article we will tell you exactly what they are for. To make the frame itself we will need: • Cardboard or very thick paper; • Glue (preferably instant); • Pencil; • Ruler. For

Felt alphabet

Felt hippopotamus. Having tried my hand at sewing an alphabet from felt for a baby, I decided that the experiment was a success and I could begin implementing the second part of the plan - making a full-fledged alphabet. The essence of the idea: for each letter of the felt alphabet, sew

Cereal bag with transparent window

Comfortable, cute, practical cereal bags are a good gift for a caring hostess. Thanks to the Velcro closure, the cereal will not spill out, and the transparent window will show you if it’s time to replenish the stock. To sew a bright bag you will need thick

Monkey from children's tights

Sewing toys for your children is a very exciting activity. The child will always appreciate your efforts and will happily play with a new toy. To make a toy we need: -Children's plain tights. -Large scissors. -Sintepon or

Brownie

Brownie is the key to your peace of mind! Do you have a brownie living with you? If not, then be sure to place him in your home. He will bring you good luck and will be the keeper of the family hearth. A homemade brownie will be a good defense against all misfortunes.

Lightweight and original wrist bracelet

A wrist bracelet is a very popular piece of jewelry. It was and is worn by representatives of all cultures of the world. Bracelets have been used since ancient times. This decoration was not worn only in the Middle Ages in Europe, because at that time people walked around naked

Knitted colorful suit for a baby doll 25 cm tall

If your baby's doll outfit is outdated, I suggest updating it. It looks very original. You can knit a hat or a set consisting of a hat and scarf for your baby. In this case, they will look very harmonious with the doll. For

Birdhouse

To create a cozy birdhouse you will need: • a 5-liter plastic bottle; • linen or jute twine - 1 skein; • scissors; • double sided tape; • cosmofen glue; • a piece of woolen cloth; • two large shiny buttons; • braid

Keychain Dragonfly

One day I decided to make a keychain for Dragonfly’s mobile phone.I liked the idea itself and as a result I improved it a little and made a second dragonfly.

Macrame bracelet with beads

You will need: 1. Colored nylon shoe thread - 1 pc. 2. Colored buttons - 4-5 pcs. 3. 2 small rings (sold in a hardware store) - 2 pcs. 4. Clasp - 1 pc. 5. Small beads -112-140 pcs. (half a skein) 6. medium beads - 12-15 pcs.

Elephant

The elephant is a very revered animal in many countries. It symbolizes great strength, wisdom and even longevity. That is why elephants are often used as interior decorations as figurines, figurines and soft toys. And the kids are very

Crochet children's handbag

We bring to your attention a beautiful and original crocheted handbag for girls. Even a novice needlewoman can make it in a few hours or in one evening. For work we will need white cotton threads - 100 grams, hook No.

Wicker mandala ojo de dios

The woven mandala ojo de dios first appeared in South America, they were woven by the Huichol Indians who lived in what is now Mexico. In the Huichol language, the amulet is called Sikuli, which translates as “Power

Bib "Berry"

My hobby has been handicrafts since childhood. I really like sewing, cutting, knitting. This is what I live for. This is what I breathe. I made a lot of things with my own hands for the house. I gave a lot to friends. Everything is made with love and for loved ones. This time I decided to sew

Candles made from paraffin and natural materials

Let's prepare everything we might need to make a candle. You can choose the shape and size yourself. I got a candle measuring 7 by 7 cm and 4 cm in height. Essentially, the size of the candle will depend on the parameters of the larger one.

Decorative bottle “Memories of the Sea”

When we come from a vacation from warm regions, we almost always bring with us shells, pebbles, corals, etc. I suggest making a decorative bottle from them that will remind you of your vacation. If you choose a bottle with a cork, you can put it in

Embroidery framing

Every embroiderer dreams of seeing her work in a decent frame. It is not always possible to buy a ready-made frame, since the embroidered picture usually turns out to be of non-standard size. And ordering from a framing workshop is an expensive pleasure. We have to

Kitten made from socks

From a pair of ordinary socks you can sew a wonderful soft toy, which can not only be an attribute for children to play with, but also a wonderful decorative element in the overall interior of your home. How to make such a cute kitten with your own hands, you

cat pillow

Sometimes you want to buy something for your home that is not just beautiful and cozy, but also comfortable and functional. And if your hands know how to do needlework, then you can make a lot of beautiful and pleasing things to your heart. One of these crafts can be called

Handbag for a little princess

Every girl needs a handbag, no matter how old she is, 2 years old or 22! Of course, every age has its own needs, and taking them into account, the handbag should be made of appropriate materials and be of a suitable size.

DIY massage mat for a child

As you know, the child’s body perceives any influence on it very well. Therefore, the earlier you start developing a child, the more fruitful the process will be. A massage mat for a child’s feet will allow you to provide mechanical

Donkey Nyasha

Where do socks always go? And here's where - a completely ordinary pair of socks turns into a cute soft toy! You can sew such a toy together with your child, and older children can even do it themselves - after all, there is nothing complicated about it. All

Popik doll in hosiery textile technique

“So that luck turns to you only with its face, and not with its butt!” With such wishes, these cute dolls are presented, sewn from simple nylon with synthetic padding. With the help of a simple tie you can give such a doll a variety of expressions.

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