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Getting Crafty with Old Clothes
When money is tight, you have to be resourceful. But, being resourceful also teaches your children to recycle, be creative and use their imagination, 'thinking out of the box' at an early age!If you have clothes that are a bit dull and uninspiring, or that are too worn and torn to send to charity, put them to good use!Read more…Collecting Vintage Calendars
A calendar, like a watch is a system of telling time, typically days, weeks, months and years. Calendars are often a physical device usually made of paper. Vintage calendars can be classified into hanging calendars, postcard calendars and mechanical postcard calendars.Read more…Embroidery Machines
Creativity, imagination, and hands and finger skills are the keys to unlocking the success of embroidery. This art form started during the early times as a means to put designs on bare pieces of fabric by sewing or weaving pieces of threads to come up with a certain design or pattern. Anyone has to go through the painstaking process of needlework to produce the desired work of art.Read more…Teddy Bears - Why Not Make your Own?
A really great present to get for your own child or a relative’s is a teddy bear that you’ve made yourself. Basic teddies are actually surprisingly easy to make, but you’re free to put as little or as much effort in as you want. If you spend a long time on it, you can make a teddy to rival anything put out by the big teddy manufacturers.Read more…How Valuable are your Teddies?
For collectors, the most valuable teddy bears are those from the pre-1939 ‘golden age’, when all the bears were handmade. As these teddies were expensive even at the time, it is hardly a surprise that one in good condition will be worth thousands or even tens of thousands today.In general, the rule with teddy valuation is that the older the teddy is, the more money it will be worth.Read more…Why Care if There is Water in Your Compressed Air?
The process of compressing air generates free water, and increases air borne water vapour. If you are not sure about why this occurs, take a look at the article on this site entitled "Why does water run out my compressed air line?".Read more…An Introduction To Embroidery
Art is the product of man's natural admiration for beauty awakened by what he sees, feels, and experiences. There are various forms of art that involve utilization of imagination and creativity. These forms require certain skills to create a so-called work of art.Read more…Make a Painted Christmas Card
Arts and crafts is a tool that provides you with unlimited creativity, patience, skill sets and a whole lot of fun. Many times, people don’t know or they feel ignorant as how to make something decorative, creative and beautiful and as such there are different craft books available to guide you for making a particular craft.If it is the much awaited Christmas time and you want to send some beautiful Christmas cards to your friends and relatives then why to purchase an expensive card from the market instead you can paint a Christmas card at your home that shall have a personal touch too.Read more…Custom Embroidery
Aside from the beauty of nature, your own personal style as well as your unique individuality can be reflected in any form of art, including the laborious art form of embroidery. Embroidery is an art form that uses needles and threads to make designs and patterns on any piece of cloth or fabric by weaving or sewing. It entails clear eyesight and dexterous hands to do the intricate details of designs and patterns.Read more…Porcelain Dolls
Before the 1900’s, dolls were made out of materials such as paper mache, wax, clay, and wood, depending on the culture. By the 1900’s, porcelain dolls were made and enjoyed increasing popularity. Early porcelain dolls from this time period are considered to be antiques and are a popular collector’s item.Read more…Practical and Beautiful, Stick Pins Make a Great Collectible
If you like the idea of collecting beautiful objects but don’t have the room or the desire to accumulate shelves of dust-catchers, stick pins lapel and tie pins are a great alternative. They’re small, easy to store, and best of all, supremely functional; you can enjoy their beauty on a daily basis by incorporating them into your wardrobe.Stick pins have been popular since the mid- to late-1800s; many organizations, from the Salvation Army and Red Cross to the Masonic Lodge, have issued stick pins to present to their members.Read more…Lanyards: Be Open-Ended and Creative
Lanyards do not have to be used "as is". You can feel free to customize and adjust them anyway you see fit. You can use longer lanyards or smaller ones depending on how you like to "operate" in the field.Read more…Lanyard Instructions: Tying The Knot
Here are some ways you can tie up a non slipping lanyard using the following:A large loop, a small loop. Using only one knot to do this.The first step is the place the rope down on a flat surface in an S formation.Read more…Lanyards: Just What Exactly Are Lanyards?
I've been asked many times what lanyards are. More specifically, what is the purpose of a lanyard? The response generally, they can be used for almost anything!Read more…Meade Telescopes – Where Quality Counts
When aspiring astronomers look for quality optics that will let them peer into the unknown reaches of void, Meade telescopes are an excellent choice. With a wide variety of telescopes, mounts, and filters available, Meade provides options for the backyard stargazer and the serious student alike. Which is why Meade telescopes are trusted the world over.Read more…7 Tips N Sharing Crafts With Others
I've taught creative activities for many years now and I've also taught others how to teach. Knowing your subject is one thing. Being able to share it is quite another.Read more…The Joy of Bird Watching
When I am sitting on my patio, watching the activity in my corner garden, I feel like I am in the middle of the woods sitting beside a babbling brook. I have a medium fountain that produces a nice water sound, a bird bath, several medium pine trees just outside the fence, a tube feeder with niger seed for the gold finches, a platform feeder with a nut and fruit mix for the larger birds such as woodpeckers, cardinals and blue jays, a large hopper feeder filled with a mix of sunflower seeds, millet, corn and peanuts, this keeps the small birds such as finches, sparrows, chickadees and wrens very happy. I also have a number of mourning doves that seem to feed on just about anything and several small hummingbird feeders hanging around the border of the patio.Read more…The Joy of Candles
Candles have been an important staple in civilization for centuries. First used as a primary source of light, they have grown to be used for much, much more. Today, candles are still used for the soft and romantic light they provide; however, they are used more for a pleasant atmosphere rather than a necessity as they once were.Read more…Birthstone Gemstones Are Filled With Symbolism
The argument that we have a predestined fate, and that we make our destiny is an age old one, being the object of discussion in many a philosophical conversation. It is also an argument that can never have a proven conclusion, only believers in either, by choice as a result of experience. Birthstone gemstones are closely related to the astral powers that be, according to the believers.Read more…Why Use A Compressed Air Regulator?
If you purchase a "do-it-yourself" type air compressor, or if you purchase any type of air compressor for that matter, check to make sure that it comes with an Air Regulator. If not, purchase one. You will be glad you did!Read more…
Most Recent Articles in Crafts category
- Reuse Household Items - By: Lily Morgan
Turning regular everyday household products into art is not as impossible as it sounds. In fact, it's a great way to reuse things that would otherwise end up in the trash. There is no limit to what you can do. The key to good craft work is to avoid placing any restrictions on what can realistically be accomplished. Make use of that junk you just never look at anymore before it finds its way to the garbage. - How To Create A Cross Stitch Journal - By: Joanne Jones
Have you ever forgotten what supplies and patterns that you already own? Or how many projects are still waiting to be completed? Do you want an easy way to keep track of all the projects you have already finished? The solution is simple - create your own cross stitch journal. - The Best Gifts for Scrapbook Lovers - By: Joanne Jones
Scrapbooking has become the latest craze in the crafting world. If you aren't into it, you probably know someone who is. So, what are the best gifts that you can give to a scrapbook lover? Here are the ones that make the top 8 list. - Tips for Encouraging Kids with Crafts - By: Lily Morgan
When it comes to kids and crafts, often the first thing that comes to mind is the mess that often results. Allowing kids to get creative doesn't have to be messy and can in fact be quite the opposite. A little extra planning makes creative play fun while keeping it convenient and clean. Children should always be encouraged to use their imagination while furthering their artistic abilities. Parents need to remember that most of the learning kids do takes place while they are at play. - Diaper Cakes Are a Unique & Artistic Piece to Add To Your Next Baby Shower - By: Kimberly Green
Whether you make it yourself or buy one ready-made these charming creative Diaper Cakes are perfect for baby related festivities. - Decorate Your Home With Durry Or Carpet - By: Pushpendra Singh
A durry is basically a floor covering, somewhat resembling a rug, woven on a loom using cotton or silk yarn, goat or camel hair, or jute and wool. It may be used as a throw rug, a bedside rug, to cover corridors and passages or even replace a carpet. The hundred year old traditional of durry weaving continues. - Scrapbooking Kits - 6 Different Types - By: Joanne Jones
New to scrapbooking and not sure what to buy? Do you love scrapbooking but can't decide on which supplies to buy? Then scrapbook kits are perfect for you! Here's a brief summary of what supplies to expect with each kit. - How To Finish A Quilt - By: Joanne Jones
Once you have completed the quilt top, you are ready to make it into a proper quilt by adding batting and a backing. There are many different ways to do this, but I have selected one method that is very easy to follow. - All about Custom Made Furniture - By: Shijina Shijina
Quality furniture enhances attractive, impressive look for the home or office building. Antique fittings are special craft designed specifically for the customers who are interested to install wonderful piece for their home. - Selecting A Picture To Convert Into A Cross Stitch Pattern - By: Joanne Jones
Many businesses will now allow you to send them a picture, which they will convert to a cross stitch pattern just for you. The most important element is the picture you select to be converted. Not all pictures will make a good looking cross stitch pattern. Here are four tips to consider when selecting your picture.