If your pet needs a bed, you can make one yourself, even if you don’t know how to sew. All you need are a couple of metres of fabric, a bag of batting, scissors and the ability to tie a square-knot. More »
One of the most common ways to save a little cash and give a really thoughtful, heartfelt gift to your friends and family for Christmas is to give them something you’ve made yourself. All you have to do is pretend you don’t see the terror in their eyes when they open it and see you knitted them a sweater with one arm longer than the other. It’s the thought that counts, right? Before good intentions lead you down the path of a crappy gift, let’s talk about when a DIY present is — and isn’t — a good option. More »
Love them or hate them, musical greeting cards will almost always bring a smile to someone’s face, and the smile might be widened a bit if you create your own music and card. Blogger Jarv shows his easy method to making the music happen. More »
Having small kids means having to keep track of lots of small toys, both at home and when out and about. Instructables user lizzyastro created a combination play mat and toy bag so that your child has a convenient place to play with building blocks and when finished playing pull the draw cord to turn the mat into a bag. More »
This simple and cheap project is a good way to teach your kids about weaving using simple things you may have around your home. More »
The heavily embossed box pictured here began life as an energy drink can. Check out how to upcycle aluminium drink cans into attractive little gift boxes. More »
Remember those flip books you got as a kid where you could see an image animated by flipping the corners? You can make one yourself using some video footage and a little printing trickery. More »
