After an amazing run of 18 years, we are sad to inform you that Whats' UP Magazine will not be published in 2013. It has been a wonderful, fulfilling journey and we've loved growing up with our readers. To each of you, all the best and here's to a year of new and exciting things! … [Read more...]
Hand made gifts have a certain unique charm. They’re original, imperfect, quirky. They make the recipient feel extra-special, knowing things as precious as time and energy were invested into the gift they have been given. Whether it’s as simple as a decorated card or as elaborate as a queen-sized quilt, it doesn’t matter–the fact remains that a homemade present is something exceptional. Why not try and fashion this lovely homemade … [Read more...]
Hand made gifts have a certain unique charm. They’re original, imperfect, quirky. They make the recipient feel extra-special, knowing things as precious as time and energy were invested into the gift they have been given. With this craft, create a wonderful one-of-a-kind stationery set with an easy eraser stamp! Supplies: Eraser Utility knife Pen Ink pad Set of blank stationery Instructions: STEP 1: Decide … [Read more...]
Hand made gifts have a certain unique charm. They’re original, imperfect, quirky. They make the recipient feel extra-special, knowing things as precious as time and energy were invested into the gift they have been given. Whether it’s as simple as a decorated card or as elaborate as a queen-sized quilt, it doesn’t matter–the fact remains that a homemade present is something exceptional. With this … [Read more...]
Give the kids a fun craft for this holiday season with this super fun Shake It Up craft! Supplies: Clear cylinder with a lid on each end (try a toy tube, tennis ball container, etc.) Thick card Scissors Pen Glue gun Narrow ribbon Rice 10 to 20 small toys, trinkets for finding Instructions: STEP 1: Clean all the labels off your cylinder, then wash and dry it thoroughly. Trace a … [Read more...]
Make this heart-warming holiday wreath with your kids using old woollen clothing and other scraps. Supplies: • Styrofoam wreath • Old woollen or knitted clothing: sweaters, scarves etc. • Fabric scissors • Straight pins • Glue gun • Buttons • Ribbon or yarn Instructions: STEP 1: Cut your clothing into long strips. Wrap the styrofoam wreath with one base layer of … [Read more...]
Wood is a basic building material, and many of our household items are constructed out of this beautiful, reliable substance. Unfortunately accidents do happen and wood chairs often lose their legs or even split down the middle. Elmer’s Wood Glue is the perfect adhesive for these types of common wood repairs. Choose from three different formulas: water-proof, which is ideal for exterior applications and resists mould and mildew; a … [Read more...]
Give this cute cutlery caddy a try with your children! Even with the most basic sewing skills, they can make a cool little cutlery caddy for carrying a napkin and reusable utensils on a picnic or with a boxed lunch. Supplies: Cloth napkin Embroidery thread Craft needle Chalk pencil Fabric ribbon Instructions: Step 1: Wash and iron your napkin. Open it up, then fold the bottom … [Read more...]
There’s just one day a year when we can dress up as anything we want. Ghosts, ghouls and goblins are amongst the most popular Halloween costumes and this year you can craftily create your very own jack-o-lantern look using simple, basic crafts. Starting with a hat that will serve as the top of the pumpkin, Elmer’s product manager Alicia Buter tells us how to create one out of paper Mache. First, cover a bowl … [Read more...]
These sweet yet spooky decorations make great candy holders for Halloween. Here are simply directions for creating your own. Supplies: • Paper and pencil • Scissors • Glass jar • Black paint and paint brush • Black glass paint Instructions: 1. Wash and dry your glass jar. Paint the lid black and set it aside to dry. 2. While the lid is … [Read more...]
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