Halloween Handiwork
The craftiness becomes creepy at Halloween time here at The Old House Attic when the acrylic paints and wreath making supplies come out. Continue reading
The craftiness becomes creepy at Halloween time here at The Old House Attic when the acrylic paints and wreath making supplies come out. Continue reading
The egg is the eternal and quintessential symbol of springtime. Here are some of our favorite egg crafts using blown eggs. Blowing an egg is very easy and creates an empty palette to do any number of wonderful things with. Continue reading
There is no shortage of craftiness when it comes to Christmas. In fact my craftiness can be traced way back to grade school. One of my biggest projects was painting a large plastercraft nativity scene when I was 10 and it only snowballed from there! Continue reading
This centerpiece is very easy to make and perfect for any table during autumn or the holidays… Continue reading
Glittered Jack-Be-Littles displayed on stacked pedestals can add an elegant touch to a fall display and couldn’t be easier to make. Simple coat Jack-Be-Little with Mod-Podge and sprinkle glitter over them to cover and allow to dry. He we chose a very neutral palette to go along with our china garden witch. Continue reading
I’ve always wanted to try my hand at making Ukrainian Easter eggs. The process is a fascinating one as the design is created by using a special tool designed to hold beeswax and is heated by a candle. With this instrument you draw your design and then dip a blown out egg in a dye and repeat the process over and over, adding layers of wax and color. Continue reading