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Button Rings from CRAFT: 08: Weaving
These button rings are an easy way to adorn your fingers with the stray stunner that stole your heart. by Jodie Carleton

Shoot the Rainbow from CRAFT: 08: Weaving
My housemates and I were planning a party, and we decided that an excellent drinking game would involve shooting all the colors of the rainbow. And thus, Skittles Vodka was born. by Maggie Stewart

Plastic Herb Planters from CRAFT: 07: Shoes
Put old plastic containers to work by creating a plastic herb garden paradise. by Tiffany Threadgould

Cute as a Button Bracelet from CRAFT: 07: Shoes
Thread a few of your favorite buttons, vintage or new, on wire to create a fun bracelet! by Susan Beal

Hanging Votive Globes from CRAFT: 07: Shoes
Add some moody light to the dark spots in your life with these hanging votives. by Matt Maranian

Felt Needlebook from CRAFT: 06: Play
Sew a small fabric book to hold your needles. by Susan Beal

Bleach Shirt Stencil from CRAFT: 06: Play
Design a shirt using bleach as your ink. by Bre Pettis

Marzipan Cake Decorations from CRAFT: 05: Paper
Transform a cake from dull to delightful with unique edible sculptures. by Brookelynn Morris

Bagalopes from CRAFT: 05: Paper
Push the envelope to make a simple custom gift bag. by Stephanie Scheetz

Head Case from CRAFT: 05: Paper
Create a place to rest your favorite sunglasses and hat. by Matt Maranian

Wine Sleeve from CRAFT: 05: Paper
Use an old long-sleeved shirt to create a reusable wine sleeve. by Tiffany Threadgould

Joss Paper Stacking Trays from CRAFT: 04: Costumes
Some cheap building materials and a quick trip to Chinatown are all you need to do a little mess management with some tabletop exotica. by Matt Maranian

Snappy Hankies from CRAFT: 04: Costumes
Recycled shirts turn into hankies with memories. by Tiffany Threadgould

Candy Box Purses from CRAFT: 04: Costumes
Japanese candy boxes make super cute purses. by Racelle Rosett

Mizuhiki Knot from CRAFT: 03: Japanese Influence
Tie it up with elegance. by Diana Eng

Homemade Play Dough from CRAFT: 03: Japanese Influence
by Nancy Dougherty

Fishing Lure Earrings from CRAFT: 03: Japanese Influence
by Casey Dougherty

Eraser-Carved Rubber Stamps from CRAFT: 02: Creative Clones
Your own stamps, just an X-Acto blade away. by Gareth Branwyn

Woven Trash Gift Wrap from CRAFT: 02: Creative Clones
Paper scrap makes opulent wrap. by Zack Stern

Modded Circular Needles from CRAFT: 02: Creative Clones
Hate double-pointed needles? Make these short circulars. by Sarah-Marie Belcastro

Cell Charms: Baubles for Your Mobile from CRAFT: 01: Craft Premiere
Cell charms are fun pieces of jewelry that dangle from a cellphone. This project is also a great way to use up any extra beads you have lying around, or showcase your vintage finds in a new way. This cute vintage owl cell charm, as created by jewelry designer Kris Nations, takes less than 10 minutes to make! by Natalie Zee Drieu

70s Tie-Upholstered Switch Plate from CRAFT: 01: Craft Premiere
A polyester classic, the ultra-wide, double-thick necktie of the 70s never came back in style like it should've. Nevertheless, you can still pay homage to one of the Me Decade's most garish moments in men's fashion with this upholstered switch plate. by Matt Maranian

Undie Wallet from CRAFT: 01: Craft Premiere
An underwear wallet might not be the first thing that jumps into your mind when you're planning your next craft project, but you might consider it after you see this clever how-to and its fabulous result. by Reagan Copeland

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