Airbrushing Does Not Have to be All Disappointment, Heartache, and Bloody Hard Work!
A smart, but irritating man once told me that Airbrushing did not have to be all blood, sweat and tears. If only I had someone guiding me back in those hard, frustrating and sick in the stomach days of airbrushing, I wouldn't have wasted all that time and money!So here... Read More
Tracing Your Family History
Let me say straight away that tracing your family ancestry is a great hobby but very addictive, so unless you want to get well and truly hooked, don't start.When I travel around the country to Family History Fairs, I am amazed at the number of people who say quite cheerfully,... Read More
What is a Battle Ready Sword?
You'd think that the term "battle ready sword" would be pretty much self explanatory wouldn't you?Unfortunately, many of the swords being described as "battle ready" are anything but. And to quote Adrian Ko from Sword Forum International, "a lot of these swords I wouldn't want to take into battle even... Read More
Idle Hands Beget The Devils Work
As a southern girl, sewing was a rite of passage. You never questioned if you should learn, it was a matter of when. Though I possess the skill, it was rarely put to use. One day, while shopping for a quilt, I went back to my roots.Searching for a quilt... Read More
Printing on Canvas
Given the progress in inkjet and media technology, demand for printing photographs and art on canvas is growing exponentially. Whether you have a good inkjet printer or you prefer to have your work done by a professional outfit, it is worth to explore this option for any type of image.... Read More
Save on Kids Craft Supplies - Recycle!
Here is some information about how to collect and use recycled objects in your crafts!You can save a lot of money on arts and crafts supplies by saving things that you might ordinarily throw away! If you are building up a craft supply box for a classroom, daycare, church or... Read More
The Easy Way to Make a Special Present
We all know someone who is difficult to buy a present for. Someone who has everything they need and would not appreciate 'normal' gifts. Often this will be your parent or an older relative or neighbor, and they can be a problem to buy something for.Well, this is a simple... Read More
Friendship Albums
My 12-year-old daughter was mad at me when I refused to pay $25 for a school yearbook last year. Who are they trying to kid?In an attempt to appease my daughter, I suggested buying a little notebook that her friends could write messages in for her. As it turned out,... Read More
Civil War Uniforms: 5 Tips on Making Your Trousers Last Forever!
Are your pants wearing out too fast?Does it look like you are expecting a flood because your pants are too short?Make your Civil War Uniform trousers last forever by following these 5 tips!1. Cut your trousers long, so when you first start wearing them you will have to roll them... Read More
PE-Design Embroidery Digitizing Software: Getting Started
This article is in response to the emails I receive from my website asking for my thoughts on PE-Design. If you are considering purchasing embridery digitizing programs, I hope this information will help your research.What is PE-Design?PE-Design is an embroidery digitizing software system available from Brother dealers and though the... Read More
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How to Make Your Own Soap Favors for Weddings and Baby Showers
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The Most Powerful Attribute in Antiques and Collectibles
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Gold Jewelry Hallmarking Secrets Revealed
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How to Make a Childs Handprint on a Ceramic Tile
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Jar Lid and Jar Candle Decoration
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A Look at Patriotic Lapel Pins
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Butterfly Candle Holders
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Airbrush for Profit - Sell Your Services to Colleges
Colleges, schools, university and the like are one way you... Read More
Do You Really Know What You?re Buying?
Recently, I had the opportunity to attend a popular gift... Read More
Amish Quilts ? A Dying American Art
Amish quilting has been a tradition for more than a... Read More
Plastic, Zinc, Brass, Embossing and Marking Stencils
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Why Should You Collect Cat Collectibles?
Let the cat out of the bag! True, you will... Read More
Rubber Stamps : 10 Great Tips For Making Multiple Cards
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Money Making Hobbies - Which Ones?
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Is There Money To Be Made In Depression Glass
You've seen the shows on television. You've watched the auctions... Read More
The Surprising Popularity of Cigar Smoking
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Treasure Hunting - The Unusual Ways
When you think of treasure hunting, maybe gold coins and... Read More
Leather Care
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Getting Started Selling Your Crafts
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Tech-Savvy Crafters Can Go Global
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What is a Battle Ready Sword?
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Use Newspaper Clippings, Graphics, Kids Art, and Clipart to Enhance Your Scrapbook
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Craft Crocheting from Your Home
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The Unusual Characteristics Of Reverse Painting
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Faux Wax Seals, Tearing, and Fraying in Your Scrapbooks
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Easy Crafts for Kids - Help with Learning
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How to Make Sea Shell Candles
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The Easy Way to Make a Club Logo
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The Art of Cutting and Cropping for Your New Scrapbook
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The Easy Way to Make a Special Present
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Butterfly Candle Holders
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Tooling Leather
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Rainy Day Fun - Crafts For Kids
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Easy Origami
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