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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…
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Miniature dolls that are personalized are fast-becoming the craze today. People are entertained to see a mini version of them - cute caricature dolls that look like them. These stuffs are popular for corporate gifts, wedding gifts for couples, and just for laughs item in your office table. - Laminating Your Artwork - Four Reasons For Artists to Laminate - By: Jeff McRitchie
There are many ways that all of your precious artwork, designs, portfolios, and photographs can be ruined accidentally. This no longer has to be the case! For years, professional artists have been laminating their end products for safety and longevity. Here are some top reasons for using lamination to protect your creative craftsmanship. - There are different reasons why a grand parent and family portrait painting are made - By: Britney Simpson
Most people are wanting too hard to come up with a family portrait painting. This is because the art is considered as a representation of what the family is about. Aside from leaving a legacy behind for the future generations of the family, a grandparent portrait painting is something that grandchildren will also appreciate. In some instances, your children and grandchildren looks at the painting as something your entire clan will truly be proud of. Making these masterpieces boil down to the following purposes as well: - Make Your Own Craft Stiffener - By: Joanne Jones
Have you ever had a crochet project and you wanted it to hold a certain shape? An easy way for your projects to hold their shape is by using a craft stiffener. You can either buy it from the store or you can make your own. Here are a few different recipes for making your own craft stiffener. - Tips On Keeping Fabric Clean - By: Joanne Jones
Whether you are doing embroidery, sewing or cross stitching, you want the finished result to look the best that it can. One key to having beautiful needlework is to keep the fabric clean. Here are some simple tips to prevent the fabric from getting dirty and how to clean if it should ever become dirty. - The Best Gifts for Cross Stitchers - By: Joanne Jones
Do you know someone who loves to cross stitch, but you aren't sure of what gift to buy him or her? Don't worry. Even if you don't know what supplies they already have, it's easy to get them a gift that they are sure to love. Here are eight great gift suggestions for anyone who cross stitches. - Preserving Cut Flowers - By: Timothy Spencer
As much as we adore receiving a bouquet of flowers, we would love to enjoy these blossoms for a long time. We may not avoid fresh flowers from wilting but we can definitely prolong their vase life. This article shares some tips on how to extend the shelf life of a colorful bouquet of fresh flowers. - Traditional Scottish Gifts - By: Michiel Van Kets
You might find plentiful of traditional Scottish souvenirs and gift ideas that spring to mind, but none will ever be as familiar as Scottish tartan.