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Articles about "Crafts"What's a Lanyard and How it Can be Used
What is a lanyard in fact? I can tell you that you can see lanyards every day because they are used in almost every domain. Many people haven't even heard about lanyards although they all know what ...
5 Things You Must Do If You Want To Make Sure Wood Is Straight
1. Make two lists of Wood.
Each 500mm long
45mm wide
25mm thick.
The lists needs to be completely straight and even. Make sure they are witout twigs in the material ...
History of Candle Making
Who invented the candle?
Candles were invented independently in many countries. The Egyptians and Cretans made candles from beeswax, about 3000 BC. In the fourth century BC there were c ...
So You Want to Learn to Knit?
So have you caught the knitting bug? Have you learned the basic stitches and are now wondering what to do? With a little practice and tips from experienced knitters, you can be creating awesome crea ...
How to Find Cheap, Unusual, and Beautiful Fabrics for Quilting
Quilter’s are always on the lookout for beautiful fabrics and supplies for their quilting projects. Sometimes the most unusual and pretty designs can be found in places one wouldn’t normally conside ...
Adding Other Items to Your Scrapbook
Scrapbooks are not meant just for photos. I tend to often date myself. When I was in elementary school, I had a scrapbook. Of course back then I used paper that is now yellow and I used glue. Howeve ...
Family Time Can be Scrapbooking Time
Involving kids in scrapbooking is a wonderful way to spend family time together. Depending on the age of your kids, they can help you with your album or they can create albums of their own.
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Journaling In Your Scrapbook
Many people like to add words to their scrapbooks. Words help to tell the story behind the picture. There are several ways to add words to your scrapbook pages.
One way to journal is t ...
Journaling With Bad Handwriting
If you are like me, you’d much rather type than write. I have never really liked my handwriting and I’m not fond of my printing either.
However our handwriting is a part of us. And if ...
Taking Photographs for Your Scrapbook
Once you begin scrapbooking, you begin to see photography in a whole new light. When I created my first album I realized that my photos always had way too much space that was not part of the picture ...
An Introduction to Quilting
"The art of quilting integrated the European and African cultures in America during the slave period. The African folk-tradition was considered inferior, and the European superior. In spite of this ...
Quilts to Last
There is nothing more comforting than an old fashioned quilt to snuggle up under. This is one of the fundamental things that people grow up with and it never seems to change. A quilt is a symbol of ...
Get Creative with Scrapbooking
Gone are the days when pasting photos, postcards and memorabilia in a plain paper scrapbook album are the only options for showcasing your memories.
Now, more than ever, scrapbooking is ...
Repro is Not a Four Letter Word
Reproduction.
In most mid-century American collectible pottery circles, the word reproduction draws immediate, passionate responses, usually negative. A quick read of posts on the large ...
A Guide To Woodworking Plans
Woodworking plans are an essential component of any project. Wood working patterns and scroll saw patterns are needed to plan a project and create accents in your piece. Good plans give step by step ...
Beware The Holy Grails of Pottery
You’ve read the books and studied the pictures. You belong to collector groups and attend conventions and shows. You are a seasoned veteran of online shopping. A long-time collector of mid-century A ...
Scrap Paper for Scrapbooking
I never throw away my scrap paper. I buy both 8x8 and 12x12 paper. I buy both patterned paper and cardstock. When I frame a photo, I have at least ¾ of a sheet of paper left. If I cut a border for t ...
How to Create a Family Recipe Scrapbook
I can not tell you how many times I’ve called my mom and said “mom I just have to have your recipe for such and such”. It’s been a slow accumulation of recipes, but she chuckles each time I realize ...
3 Ways In Which You Can Finish your Quilts with Great Borders
A quilt border is a fabric frame that surrounds a quilt. Learning about Borders is an essential part of the make up of your Quilt. The color chosen for the border should highlight the different colo ...
How to Save Money on Scrapbook Supplies
Scrapbooking is so much fun, that it’s very easy to rack up quite a bill when shopping. I know when my daughter and I visited the craft store last week, she was just mesmerized in the scrapbook aisl ...
Creating a Bridal Shower Scrapbook
Your best friend from college is getting married. You’re the maid of honor. You’re thinking there is no way you’re going to get her a toaster or blender. Why not make her a bridal shower scrapbook?< ...
Creating a Childrens Birthday Scrapbook
I remember when my kids were young, I loved their birthday parties and wanted to capture every moment. Often though, it wasn’t until after the party was over that I realized I only took a few photos ...
Making the Most of Your Photographs When Scrapbooking
When choosing which photographs to use for your scrapbooking project, it is best to pick photos of good quality.
Consider choosing only photos that clearly illustrate the theme you desi ...
Patch Making - Digitizing and Embroidery
A Patch is a small cloth badge affixed to a garment as a decoration or an insignia, as of a military, Below are steps for making good patches:-
1. Look at your original artwork/embroide ...
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