Hobby & Do It Yourself 2024, October
Dream catchers are circular ornaments, created with wood, suede, feathers and beads, and traditionally built by the Navajos (Native North Americans) people to hang outside their homes. They are typically created to keep children safe from bad dreams and are considered good luck.
People all over the world love dolphins. Not only are they gorgeous animals, we have been told they are also highly intelligent. One thing they are not, easy to draw, but with a little practice and with the right suggestions contained in this guide this too will become a point in their favor.
Drawing a teapot correctly can create some difficulties. However, once you understand how to make it, you can use it to decorate the table at tea time or enrich a painting. This article explains how to draw it. Steps Step 1. To begin, draw a large circle Step 2.
A soccer ball is fun to use, but it may not be easy to draw. The traditional one is made up of two two-dimensional shapes: pentagons and hexagons. A pentagon, of course, is a polygon with five sides, while a hexagon has six. The instructions in this article will help you understand what a soccer ball looks like so you can draw it.
Do you ever find yourself in situations where you look into space thinking: "I don't know what to draw."? Well, there is an easy way to find out what to draw instead of wasting precious time, as you are doing right now by reading this introduction instead of reading the article!
One Direction are climbing the charts with their songs. So how can we not notice Harry Styles, the most popular guy of the group? With the following simple steps you can immediately draw the beautiful Harry Styles. Let's get started right away!
If you have always thought that drawing a bird was a very difficult task, change your mind and follow the steps in detail, you will soon become an expert in this art. Steps Method 1 of 2: Part One: Drawing a Bird Step 1. Draw a circle to represent the head Step 2.
Fairies are legendary beings with magical powers. This tutorial will tell you step by step how to draw a fairy. Steps Method 1 of 4: Draw a Fairy Sitting on a Flower Step 1. Draw a large flower Step 2. Trace the stick figure of a fairy sitting in the center of the flower Step 3.
Learn to draw a plane by following the simple steps in this tutorial. Steps Method 1 of 2: Cartoon Airplane Step 1. Draw a long curved shape Notice that the right end looks a bit like a C. Step 2. Draw an inverted version of that curve on top of the curve you drew and join the ends to create the outline of the plane's body Step 3.
Manga hair can often be difficult to make. There are many different styles, each with their own specific techniques. However, with a basic understanding of how manga hair should be styled and look, you can tailor your skills to each hairstyle.
The volleyball ball might seem easy to draw at first glance, but once in front of the sheet you realize that it is actually a bit complicated to reproduce. But fear not, in this article you will be shown step by step how to draw one. Steps Step 1.
Homer Simpson is a widely recognizable cartoon character, both because of the popularity of The Simpsons series and because he represents the comic stereotype of the American working class. This article will explain, step by step, how to draw it.
This tutorial will show you some techniques for drawing a dragon head. Steps Method 1 of 2: Draw a Dragon Head Using Shapes Step 1. Draw two overlapping circles with light pencil strokes Step 2. Use two shapes that resemble wedges to make the face Step 3.
Drawing a farm is quite fun; you just have to keep in mind the elements that can be encountered in a rural setting. By following the instructions in this article, you can learn how to do it in just a few steps. Steps Step 1. Create the background Draw curved lines starting from the right side of the paper and reaching the bottom.
In the world of dolls and fashion, Monster High is truly becoming "the" new phenomenon. These female demons, unique characters with different personalities, might appear a little complex to draw. Don't be scared - it will seem easy if you follow these steps.
Here are the steps required to draw a simple tree. Once you are familiar with the guidelines, you can unleash your creativity by creating different shapes and species. Good fun! Steps Step 1. Start by drawing a classic tree trunk Create two curved lines, your torso needs to be thicker at the base and top and thinner in the center.
The unicorn is one of the most popular and loved mythical figures. Strong, wild and proud, the unicorn cannot be tamed by man. Here are the steps required to draw one. Steps Step 1. Create guidelines by drawing basic shapes Step 2.
Here is a simple tutorial for drawing an elephant. Steps Method 1 of 4: Cartoon Elephant Step 1. Draw a circle and a large oval attached to it Step 2. Draw the elephant's trunk with curved lines and the C-shaped ears in reverse Step 3.
Here is a simple tutorial that will teach you how to draw Charizard. Steps Step 1. Start sketching your character by drawing basic shapes Step 2. Draw the eyes Step 3. Draw the mouth Step 4. Outline the head Step 5.
This tutorial shows you how to draw hair for male and female manga characters. The hairstyle of the hair is the thing that makes such characters unique and beautiful, it is theirs Steps Method 1 of 6: Anime Style Male Hair Step 1.
Pastels are sticks of pigment held together by a binder. Traditionally, gypsum was used as a binder, but today other materials are also used, such as glue or wax. With the pastel technique you can overlap and blend different bright colors, obtaining a soft effect.
The panda looks like a black and white colored bear. In the collective imagination it is synonymous with tenderness thanks to its cute and adorable appearance, but in reality it can be very aggressive when frightened, irritated or shaken. If you should meet a panda, therefore, do not run towards it to hug it or caress it.
Making friendship bracelets can be a lot of fun, but it's not always easy to figure out the best way to tie them on your wrist. Start making the bracelet by tying a knot on one end or forming a braid on both. Then, choose from the various non-permanent knots proposed to tie it.
The slip knot is used in the practice of knitting and crochet to attach the thread to the tool. Making one should be your first step if you want to knit or chain a crochet, where it counts as the first stitch. Steps Method 1 of 3: Twist, Tighten and Pull Step 1.
Making simple slime is a fun pastime, but making colorful slime is even more interesting. Food dyes are the most commonly used ingredients for this purpose, but you can also use other products, such as paint, eye shadow or even markers! You can dye a ready-made transparent or white slime, or you can choose a simple recipe for making a colored slime from scratch.
The effervescent bath salts are a kind of mix between bath salts and bath bombs: the consistency is that of bath salts and the effervescence that of bath bombs. They are the last frontier of fun when you take a bath, plus they are easy and cheap to do.
A broken or stripped screw imposes an abrupt "halt" to DIY projects. Anyone who delights in these jobs must occasionally deal with such a mishap; as a result, owning a screw extractor saves a lot of time. This tool looks like a screw, but has a reverse thread;
Creating a wreath to decorate your home is a great way to celebrate any time of the year, but especially autumn, the season of falling leaves and ripe plants ready for harvest. Learn how to make a fall wreath using brightly colored leaves, miniature pumpkins, or nuts and berries.
You can enjoy the beauty of the autumn months even when the season is over, keeping the colorful leaves. With the help of wax or other products, you will keep its color and shape for several weeks, if not longer. Preserved in this way, the leaves are an inexpensive, but truly enchanting kind of decoration that you can enjoy for a long time even once the trees are completely bare.
A romantic scrapbook is a great way to document your relationship and keep the memory of all the good times together. It can be a wonderful personalized gift to give to the one you love on different occasions: a birthday, an anniversary or on Valentine's Day.
It is not uncommon to spend a lot of money on a high quality silver ring; however, you could make a beautiful one at home with just a few coins. If you have some free time and a silver coin, you can skip going to the jewelry store and make a beautiful handcrafted silver ring.
Silk roses are perfect for decorating, crafting or for embellishing clothes. This guide will teach you how to make a rose using ribbon, satin or silk (in fact, it can be done with any type of fabric, even shoelaces!). With a little experience, you will be able to create your own roses in less than 30 seconds!
Making your own beaded rings is easy and enjoyable. Beaded rings are a stylish accessory to add to any jewelry collection, with endless options regarding the shape and color of the beads. Since it is possible to make beaded rings easily and inexpensively at home, make as many as you like, both for yourself and as gifts.
Painting on the ground is messy and tiring on the back, while painting outside can cause debris to fall on the work. This guide will take you through creating a paint booth inside your garage (or patio connected with sliding glass doors). Larger pre-made paint booths can cost thousands of dollars, and small booth kits can allow you to paint small items.
If you want your children to play more outdoors, then you need to make your garden a little more fun. Hanging a swing made from a tire is a great way to recycle an unwanted old tire, and at the same time build something your children will love for many years.
Depending on the method you use, it only takes one or two things to build an inexpensive siphon. Whether you have decided to draw gas from the car tank or show the kids an interesting science experiment, you only need a few minutes and a few tools.
What would a bookmark be without the traditional tassel that allows you to find it between the pages? If you want to add tassel to a bookmark you made yourself, or if your favorite bookmark has broken, you can make your own in minutes, with string or twine.
When copper reacts with oxygen in the air, cupric oxide (CuO) is formed, which makes the surface of the metal a greenish color much appreciated by many people, as it gives the object a more classic appearance. If you let copper age naturally, it can take several years for what is commonly called verdigris to develop, especially if you live in a dry climate.
Common store-bought festive candles may seem boring compared to homemade ones. A truly unique option is to make a candle with an orange! This handmade object is perfect for parties and adds a bit of atmosphere to the next evening with friends, illuminating your home and using too many oranges.
In the cold winter months, just walk indoors to get cold feet. Sit in front of the fireplace and build a pair of moccasins to warm your feet, stay comfortable and maintain a certain style even when you spend time in your home. Follow the next steps to build a pair of simple leather loafers.