Gourd Enthusiasm Growing Around the World
Gourds played an essential role in the daily life of early cultures. Commonly used as containers and vessels, they were also used for musical instruments. Some cultures used gourds for birdhouses and feeders and this is what most people today think of when they hear the word gourd. Or maybe... Read More
Making Beaded Jewelry Is Easy to Do
Making beaded jewelry is an inexpensive and fun hobby that nearly anyone can do. The materials needed are readily accessible and cost very little money. Aside from the requisite thread, needle and the beads, there are also some other materials that the hobbyist can use in making beaded jewelry. Hobbyists... Read More
Embroidery Thread Tips for Better Machine Embroidery Sewing
I have some tips for you to get better results with using your embroidery threads in machine embroidery sewing.1. If you're experiencing thread breakage or have had finished designs bleeding onto your garments after laundering, you're probably still using rayon thread! The polyester embroidery threads are stronger and more colorfast.... Read More
Diecast Collectibles: The Collectors? Guide to Making a Profit
Millions of people have made a hobby of collecting items of one sort or another, but some take it to a higher level. These collectors view their collections as more than just an accumulation of trinkets that they happen to enjoy; to them, it's a business, and they're not in... Read More
Capturing the Craft Show Market
Finding the right product to sell at a craft show is extremely important in finding success on the craft show circuit. You may already have an excellent craft product or line of products you are creating or even selling, or you may be looking for a craft to produce in... Read More
Patterning and Spacing in Your Scrapbooks
How can you arrange your scrapbook page to best show off your mementos and embellishments? You can place everything in the center of your page, place a single focus item in the center, or divide the page into sections adding items to each section. You may also choose to lay... Read More
Aromatherapy Candles - How to Select the Right Scent
Feel sad, tired, or a little bit stressed? Something as simple as an aromatherapy candle could help you relax and feel happier. But not all scented candles have this effect. Let's find out how to select an aromatherapy candle that can lift your mood.When you burn an aromatherapy candle, it... Read More
Gemstone Collecting
Personally, I have become fascinated with gemstones (precious and semi-precious stones). I am amazed at the array of colors and properties of these little treasures found in the earth. God created something truly amazing for us to look at and to adorn ourselves. Many of these tiny treasures are a... Read More
A Brief History of Japanese Daruma Dolls
Daruma dolls are representations of the historical Indian priest Bodhidharma, a sage who traveled throughout Japan and China in the 5th or 6th century AD. Bodhidharma is credited with establishing Chan Buddhism in China and Zen Buddhism in Japan. Legend has it that Bodhidharma achieved enlightenment, or satori, following seven... Read More
It is Possible to Create All Kinds of Items with Hobby Metal Casting
Hobby Metal Casting enables the home metal craft worker to create useful products to use around the: -HOME-WORKSHOP-GARDEN or WORKPLACE- Or turn your skills into cash.Yes,you could also make your own unique products for next to nothing to sell at markets, direct mail, or on the internet etc for big... Read More
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Woodworking Tools: Right Selection And Care Will Save You Money, Part 6
Woodworking: Tools Of The Trade, Part 6 - Finishing EquipmentA... Read More
Embroidery Basting Frames Use for Stabilizing Designs
Using a basting frame around designs can do a great... Read More
Leather Care
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Molding Leather Armor
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Sewing ? A Wonderful Pastime
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Need A Scrapbook Journaling Idea?
Try using song lyrics in your next layout.Song lyrics can... Read More
Green Thumb Not Required
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Genealogy - Why You Should Get Involved in Your Family History
A few years ago I read a statistic that said... Read More
Antiques - The Modern Day Treasure Hunt
In today's world, everything that's old can be described as... Read More
Pump Up Your Life with Scrapbook Pages of Certainty
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Diet and Fitness ? Help from Your Hobbies
Everybody battles with their weight from time to time. It's... Read More
Cleaning Silk Bouquets In 3 Simple Steps
How To Clean A Silk BouquetA Silk bouquet can last... Read More
Why You Need A Display Case
Why You Need A Display CaseSome people are under the... Read More
Woodworking Tools: Right Selection And Care Will Save You Money, Part 1
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Choosing The Correct Comic Book Storage Box
Most Comic Book Storage Boxes are super strong and come... Read More
Choosing The Right Mat Board Colour For Your Art Work
The framing industry has no books, no set theory, not... Read More
Organize That Stash!
Do you control your stash or does it control you?... Read More
Stress-Free Scrapbook Journaling Ideas
Do you find it intimidating when you come to journal... Read More
How to Make Your Own Soap Favors for Weddings and Baby Showers
Want to make soap as a gift for your party... Read More
Remember When You Were Taught How To Make Things From Metal With Your Bare Hands?
How would you like the chance to use the skills... Read More
Scrapbooking Childrens Favorite Stories
Countless memories are built during the formative childhood days. If... Read More
Handmade Quilts are Made with Love and Make Great Family Heirlooms!
Today's handmade quilts are more like a work of art... Read More
Collectible Action Figures - Is About Fun Memories And More Money
Superhero action figures first stormed the doors of department stores... Read More
Tooling Leather
Use vegetable-tanned, light-colored top-grained leather for tooling leather. If you're... Read More
Why You Should Race RC Cars, and Not Just Bash
For those of you who have been racing your RC... Read More
Spruce Up Your Pages with Scrapbooking Embellishments
Having this nagging doubt that you may upstage your precious... Read More
Why Should You Collect Cat Collectibles?
Let the cat out of the bag! True, you will... Read More
The Wonderful Art of Bonsai
The potential for enjoyment of Bonsai trees is enormous. These... Read More
How to Make Your Civil War Uniform Shirt
Your own shirt designed and made by you for your... Read More
Embroidery Thread Tips for Better Machine Embroidery Sewing
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Craft Crocheting from Your Home
Crocheting is not only a craft but an... Read More
Security Advice for Gold Jewelry, Diamonds, and Gemstones
For you to enjoy your treasures, they need to be... Read More
The ABCs of Ceramics
Ceramics can be delicate and decorative or unrefined and utilitarian.... Read More
Use Newspaper Clippings, Graphics, Kids Art, and Clipart to Enhance Your Scrapbook
A popular addition to scrapbook pages is newspaper clippings. Newspaper... Read More
How to Make Your Own Soap Favors for Weddings and Baby Showers
Want to make soap as a gift for your party... Read More
Preparing For a Leather Craft Project
Once you've decided on your leather craft project, you'll need... Read More
A Brief History of Japanese Daruma Dolls
Daruma dolls are representations of the historical Indian priest Bodhidharma,... Read More
How to Invest in Antique, Vintage, or Modern Jewelry
As Antique Jewelry is 'Really' based on the 'Collectability' and... Read More
Genealogy in Switzerland - A Longenecker Family Search
I recently visited Langnau, Bern, Switzerland and spent two days... Read More
Working With Leather
This can be as simple & basic Or advanced &... Read More
Plastic, Zinc, Brass, Embossing and Marking Stencils
Marking StencilsStencil is a cut-out form for an alphabets, numbers,... Read More
Use Order and Text to Give Life to Your Scrapbook
There are no specific rules stating that all photographs or... Read More
What Do I Need to Start Scrapbooking?
The best thing about scrapbooking is that although there are... Read More
Faux Wax Seals, Tearing, and Fraying in Your Scrapbooks
Would you like to add more creative appeal to your... Read More
Jewelry Insurance - Hints and Tips So You Dont Get Ripped Off
As crime and drug use increases, the risks involved in... Read More
An Introduction to Lanyards
Lanyards are pieces of rope, wire, or cloth specifically designed... Read More
Embroidery Stabilizing for Machine Embroidering
Here are some tips to get good results with your... Read More
Why Should You Collect Cat Collectibles?
Let the cat out of the bag! True, you will... Read More
How to Value Your Jewelry at Home or Work
Many thanks for taking the time to read this compact... Read More
Preserving Thanksgiving Memories for Scrapbooking
Last year our family tried out a new way to... Read More
Woodworking ? Creative, Relaxing and Timeless
The title reflects Woodworking as a hobby, not as a... Read More
Comic Book Collecting, Oh What An Enjoyable Past Time It Is!
Have you ever read a comic book before? I imagine... Read More
Collectible Action Figures - Is About Fun Memories And More Money
Superhero action figures first stormed the doors of department stores... Read More
Sewing Embroidery Designs in New Ways
How many of you are always looking for new ways... Read More
Sewing ? A Wonderful Pastime
To think that in the beginning the only sewing patterns... Read More
Do You Really Know What You?re Buying?
Recently, I had the opportunity to attend a popular gift... Read More
Cleaning Silk Bouquets In 3 Simple Steps
How To Clean A Silk BouquetA Silk bouquet can last... Read More
The Proper Use of Comic Book Supplies Will Help You Maintain a Top-Notch Collection
If you want to keep your comic book collection in... Read More
From Clutter To Treasure: Re-use and Not Reject!
Make use of clutter to decorate your home! Sounds strange?... Read More
4 Fun Ways to Display Photos
From baby pictures to vacation pictures, images of family and... Read More
Saltwater Coral Reef Aquariums - 5 Tips for Success
Do you dream of watching the natural beauty of the... Read More
Discover the Truth about Comic Book Collection; Nerdy Geeks or Shrewd Investors?
It is unbelievable when one says, yeah, I collect comic... Read More
Woodworking: Protection When Working With Wood - Ignoring Could Potentially Harm Your Health Or Kill
Woodworking: Basic Safety TipsWoodworking can be a dangerous undertaking if... Read More
Choose From A Wide Variety Of Off Road RC Trucks To Play In The Dirt
Are you tired of driving your cars only on the... Read More
Make Your Own Professional Gift Baskets
Ever given your family or friends a beautiful gift basket?... Read More
Rubber Stamps ? For Teachers and Students
Once again we are reminded that summer is not long... Read More
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