About Arts & Crafts: Learn Something New - Part 1!

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Arts & Crafts From Kate Pullen, your About Arts & Crafts Editor The new year is a great time to learn something new - whether it's a completely new craft or a new technique. I have been so inspired reading through all the information we have for beginners that I've increased my own 'things to do in 2014' list dramatically! There are so many that I've split them over two weeks, so you'll find part two, with more arts and crafts to learn, next week. How to Make Soap Learn all you need to know to start making your own soap at home. You will find out about the different types of soap making techniques and materials and be ready to create your own handmade soaps in no time. Search Related Topics:  soap making safety  soap making supplies  natural colorants How to Plan a Painting Find out what you need to do before you start your first painting. You will also find lots of information in this article to help you get started. Search Related Topics:  learning to paint  painting techniques  Learn How to Draw Getting started drawing couldn't be more straightforward given the tips and advice shared here. You will find everything you need to know from advice about materials to beginner's drawing exercises. Search Related Topics:  beginner drawing  drawing lessons  learn a new hobby An Introduction to the Art of Paper Folding These pages will help you learn more about origami and how to get started paper folding. With little more than a square of paper required, origami just has to be one of the most accessible arts and crafts to learn. Search Related Topics:  origami background and history  origami for beginners  origami facts Related Searches Art Management 1 and 1 Art and Crafts Ideas Craft Soap Craft Stores Featured Articles Art Styles How to Analyze Your Doodles Origami Kite Base How to Make a Button Bracelet Men's Crochet Hat Pattern Make a Paper Rosette   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Arts & Crafts newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   More Projects for Beginners How to Make Miniature Dollhouse Projects How to Sew How to Scrapbook Advertisement