Hobby Metal Craft Skills; What Exactly Are They? By Colin Croucher

Have you ever watched a metal craftsman in action such as a Blacksmith at a country fair... most people watch in awe as the Blacksmith carefully

I Love Flowers By Karen Marinelli

I always have fresh flowers in my home. That statement brings to mind a grand home with flowers in the foyer and blossoms in the boudoir. That’s

Create Your Own Metal Castings By Colin Croucher

Have you ever thought about creating your own metal objects by employing the art of metal casting. It is not as difficult to do as you may think.

Making Homemade Soap Is Easy! By Branka Ilech

Soap - it has the ability to produce strong, lasting emotions in us, and this depends on its peculiar scent... charming aroma, or color. I clearl

Nostalgia, Tips and Things By Jo Godden

The tips have started rolling in - (and a dose of nostalgia with them).An unusual one from Mrs Lewis of Wiltshire. She used her old tights

The Object of My Affection By Kenneth Hoffman

Everyone has objects in their attics and cellars that are wonderful reminders of the past. True antiques are at least one hundred years old, but

Setting Up a Low Power FM Radio Station By Claire Calkin

While the information in this guide deals with a New Zealand example, many of the points are relevant in other countries.When you come to

Easy Sewing Pattern Alteration for Full Hips By Bizhen Lu

You might think so, but it could be one of two things: large hips or a small waist. A quick look in the mirror will tell the story. If

Stan Lee, Does He Deserve Marvel's Wrath? By Dave Gieber

Stan Lee, in my mind, has to be one of the all time most recognizable individuals in the "Comic Book Industry". Most lovers of comic books have k

Look Your Best at the Beach or in Pilates Class by Sewing Your Own Swimsuit & Leotard By Bizhen Lu

A wide range of pattern styles is available. Styles with princess seams are slenderizing. So are patterns with a center panel of a contrasti

The Legacy of Samplers - the Art of Embroidery By Debra Fernandez

All throughout history, both ancient and that which is being made today, man has had the desire to express himself and record history by using de

Craft Show Items - Patents and Trademarks By Natalie Goyette

These are similar to, but not exactly like a copyright. In fact, a patent and trademark are a far more in-depth than a simple copyright on your

Add Dimension and Personality to Your Embroidery By Rose L

One of the best ways that you can personalize your embroidery and make it stand out among others is to add dimension to your technique. Dimension

The Origin of Coats of Arms By Tony Luck

The date and manner of the origin of coats of arms, often called family crests, has been a matter of much speculation. There is no evidence of co

Halloween Face Painting Designs: Ghost, Pumpkin, Candy Corn By JoAnne Westcott

When Halloween approaches, you know that face painting season is kicking into high gear. Try these easy, but immensely child-pleasing Halloween "

How I Learned Simple And Popular Face Painting Techniques By JoAnne Westcott

As the mom of a three and a five year old, I've been to many school events, community festivals and charity functions where the face painting boo

Online Hobby Store By Peter Jaystore

Is an online hobby store a good idea? I asked myself the same question. What could an online hobby store offer potential customers? If someone

Hobby Psychology By Peter Jaystore

Happiness is the culmination of small amounts of success. You will inevitably not be successful at everything you try to do. Also, if you measu

Hobby Ideas By Peter Jaystore

There are as many hobbies as there are ideas. A hobby can be any leisure activity you pursue outside of your work or career. Hobbies can range

Quality of Life By Peter Jaystore

A new hobby can improve your quality of life. Think of it. A hobby is a recreational or leisure activity outside of you career or work place.

Fish Hobbies By Peter Jaystore

Fish tanks and aquariums are a popular hobby for people of all ages. People can sit and stare at fish for hours. I remember when I received my

Using Recycled Wood To Build Rustic Picture Frame and Rustic Barnwood Furniture - Save Our Forests By Gene Nellis

Working with Recycled WoodWhat woods can be reused?Almost any piece of wood can be reused. Greater Yellowstone Furniture and Desig

How To Finish A Root Ball Or Tree Stump For A Table Or Lamp Base By Gene Nellis

Often I am asked, after I find a stump or root ball, what are the procedures to finishing it out: Here they are:Finishing a Root Ball or

Selecting Wood For Your Home Projects By Gene Nellis

How To Select Wood For Your Home ProjectsThe purpose of selecting your wood is so you end up with a good final product. While all wood ty

The Use Of Modern Embroidery Machines By Debra Fernandez

In the past embroidery, or hand stitching, was identified by long, tedious hours spent bent over canvases while crafting breathtaking and intrica

Embroidery Types Do You Know Them By Debra Fernandez

The use of decorative stitching to produce unique, beautiful and spiritual designs on personal belongings has been practiced by man since he lear

Frugal Halloween Spider Candy Dish By Lynda Smith

Time to get ready for Halloween Fun! Here is a fun project for the kids, and best of all it's really affordable because you can use materials you

How to Build a Plastic Model Airplane By Andrew Ling

Plastic model airplane building is a hobby that appeals to a wide variety of people and age groups. From the youngster building his or he

Scrapbooking for Beginners - Three Simple Techniques to Create Great Scrapbook Pages By Ann Doyle

I don't have a lot of time to fuss with my scrapbooks, but I do want them to look professional without spending a lot of time.There are so

Trade DVD - Keep Your DVD Movie Collection Fun And Exciting By Mike Dougherty

You spend good money for a DVD movie, then you watch it a few times or maybe even a lot. But after a while you really don't want to see it