Laurie Notaro is an author, crafter, and expert at finding a good cocktail. She grew up in Phoenix, but is currently based in Eugene, Oregon. Each week, she’ll be joining us to share a crafting ...

Using the Etch A Sketch for drawing or doodling is exactly what the toy was designed for—and it’s also what it’s completely terrible at. You might as well be tying your hands behind your back when you ...

It’s human nature to immediately pick up and play with an Etch A Sketch whenever you see one. It’s in the Hall of Fame of toys (does that exist?) and almost everyone has struggled making anything more ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's easy to upgrade a plain glass vase with a ribbon or tissue paper, but more permanent options are limited. While you can paint a vase to ...