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Rubber Stamps and Scrapbooking - Keep Kids Busy with Crafts This Summer
They're out of school and back to torment the neighborhood this summer. You remember the days. Boredom is a common thought, even with all the stuff to do. Mow the lawn, go to baseball games, and hang out with friends. How can they be bored? It is really not that tough to find things to do, but it seems like a lot of work just trying to find them. What could the kids do that will actually make them learn something? Just because they are out of school doesn't mean they have to shut their minds off. Scrapbook Your Summer Summer is a time for having fun with friends and enjoying the finer things in life. There are trips to the beach, the amusement park, and the ballgame. Memories will be had by the minute. Preserving the memories is crucial. The boring rainy days will no longer be mind-numbing when there is scrapbooking to do. With all the pictures you are going to take, there must be a cool place to store them. Sharing the summer memories is fun, but most importantly, it is a way to recall those memories in the future. It's fun to look back on past summers and laugh at the fun times with friends and family. Stamp for Fun, Stamp for Years Incorporating rubber stamps into the scrapbook will make the project to another level. Personalizing you memories is what will make your scrapbook different from all the rest. There are rubber stamp ideas for any theme that you can think of. Baseball stamps help you preserve the ballgame memories, while fish rubber stamps will aid in the conservation of fishing trip memoirs. Stamping is a hobby that can be enjoyed by all ages for all the years to come. Whether you are creating scrapbooks for photo memories, specialty envelopes for a cocktail party, or crafts for the grandkids. Getting your children involved in stamps and other fun hobbies will not only be fun for rainy days, but will a hobby that they can take with them for the rest of their lives. Crafting teaches patience, problem solving, and determination. Working with your hands is not something that can be taught, it must be learned through trial and error. There are not many things that the whole family can enjoy, but stamping and crafting is fun for all. Robb Ksiazek is a successful author and publisher for Checks-4U.com. He has researched and written hundreds of articles and can simplify your online search by recommending merchants for the best value and selections in business or personal checks, address labels, rubber stamps and envelopes.
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07/06/2020 10:02 AM
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Model Building With Paper
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Model building is assembling select papers, woods, plastics, or metal pieces to build small or scaled proportions of actual houses and structures. You may also construct imaginative characters like toys and robots. Paper is a popular choice because it is affordable and easy to work. A person may pursue assembling models as a recreational and educational hobby or as a career choice.
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02/14/2020 10:33 AM
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Tips That I Have Learned About Fountain Pens
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Most fountain pen users and connoisseurs passion is for their unique nature and personal writing style that is achieved with these special pens. Here are a few tips to help beginners enjoy the experience.
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02/10/2020 09:24 AM
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The Most Popular Pens
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The choices for buying pens is huge and so choosing the right one for your situation is important. Consideration is given to colour, type of ink, point size and feel. Here we talk about the type of inks that are used in.
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02/06/2020 11:14 AM
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Assembling the Pen - Step 6 of Pen Making
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Finally, the pen can be assembled. All the components are ready and by simply following the instruction, the pen will be ready in a few minutes.
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02/06/2020 11:14 AM
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Finishing the Blank - Step 5 in My Pen Making
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Finishing the pen blank is the most tedious of the tasks. The process involves sanding and applying the finishes.
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02/06/2020 11:14 AM
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Turning the Pen Blanks - Step 4 of My Pen Making
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Turning the blanks on the lathe is always fun part of the project. It is a time to bring out the beauty of the timber or acrylic or add small embellishments to make the pens unique.
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02/06/2020 11:14 AM
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Preparing the Blanks - Step 3 in My Pen Making
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Preparing the blanks for turning pens is a boring task, but one which must be correct. it takes time but the end result is always worth the effort.
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02/06/2020 11:14 AM
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Selecting the Blank - Step 2 in My Pen Making
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There are many options in selecting blanks. Virtually any timber can be used for pen making and the colors available in resins is infinite. hence, selecting the right blank for the right pen type is important.
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02/06/2020 10:45 AM
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Selecting the Pen Type - Step 1 in My Pen Making
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There are literally, hundreds of pen types available for pen makers today. Selecting the pen type at the start is important so that the right kits and tools can be used.
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02/06/2020 10:45 AM
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Handcrafted Wooden Pens - Lessons Learned
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There are as many ways to making wooden pens as there are makers. Here, you will find an explanation of how I carry on the task of handcrafting wooden pens.
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11/13/2019 03:46 PM
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Various Types of Model Kits
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Do you like assembling model kits? Manufacturers make assorted model styles from paper, wood, plastics, and metal. We may design models with our personal creativity and imagination. Another option is to buy retail kits that need assembly.
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11/01/2019 01:03 PM
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Types of Model Train Tables
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The model train needs a strong and sturdy surface to allow tracks to accommodate stationary and moving trains. The surface needs to be level, smooth, and support the weight of a train with its decorator items. The decorator items include buildings. Light poles, scenery, miniature people, people, animals, and other accessories.
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10/29/2019 01:20 PM
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How to Use Seashells in Your Craft Projects
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Why do people use shells in craft projects? Because the finished products will be memorable, unique, original, and different. There are no limits to using shells for any personal, household, or outdoor project. Anyone can make seashell arts and crafts.
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09/16/2019 09:25 AM
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Halloween Costumes - Recycle Ideas for Adults
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If you are a very busy person you may wish to recycle last year's Halloween costume for a new look or to save time. It is not difficult to do so. Here are some suggestions to get you thinking about how to redesign the costume.
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07/23/2019 05:35 PM
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3D Puzzles for Mental and Physical Fitness
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Are you a mentally active person? Do you like to solve puzzles but at the same time perform physical movements? 3D puzzles may be the answer for you. These types of puzzles will be beneficial for both mental and physical fitness.
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07/10/2019 10:20 AM
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Paint by Number Frequently Asked Questions
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A Quick Answer to the most frequently asked questions about paint by numbers. We strive to provide the best information for the PBN community.
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07/10/2019 09:58 AM
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Quilting Is a Hobby for Everyone
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Quilting is very much like working on a picture puzzle. Each square, triangle, circle, or strip is sewn together using a pattern guide which repeats itself until the project is completed. Hand quilting, machine quilting, or a combination of both may be used.
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07/08/2019 12:01 PM
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Paper Mache, DIY
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Paper mache is an inexpensive hobby as any paper is readily available and can be recycled to make any art and crafts projects. Children and adults can participate in this hobby depending on the simplicity or complexity of the project.
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07/31/2018 10:33 AM
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Treasure Hunting - Playing Hide & Seek With Gold - Part 2
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"Gold is where you find it." - Unknown OK... that may be true, but that does little to give us clues as to where gold actually is hiding. In part 1 we talked about water, and how water can concentrate gold into "pockets," and how we can identify the probable location of some of those pockets by imagining where flood stage water would be fast, and where that water would slow down. These are not the only places gold can hide, though. Here are a few other tidbits of gold lore. Once again, I'm going to concentrate on gold that is in waterways and river beds.
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07/26/2018 09:57 AM
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Thinking of a New Hobby? Consider Collecting Stamps of India
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"Hobby" can be termed as an interesting activity that you indulge in, to occupy your mind in your free time. A question you should ask yourself is whether your hobby is beneficial in any way.
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07/17/2018 02:46 PM
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Treasure Hunting - Playing Hide & Seek With Gold Part 1
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Finding gold is not a matter of chance. Finding gold is a matter of understanding some physical properties of gold and how it interacts with its environment. In essence, it's playing Hide & Seek... with gold.
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07/15/2018 10:35 AM
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Making Doll Clothes As A Hobby
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Have you been making doll dresses for your children as well as others? If you enjoy making these tiny garments then you have discovered a delightful hobby. On the other hand, if you have been looking for a hobby to challenge your creativity and sewing skills look no further.
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06/22/2018 10:21 AM
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Master the Skills of Cardboard Art and Be Successful
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What is a Cardboard? Cardboard is a general term for heavy duty paper-based products that have a great thickness, durability, strength and some other attributes of a paper, i.e., fold-ability, rigidity and the impact of resistance. It is also sometimes called corrugated paper.
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06/06/2018 08:12 AM
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Model Building As A Hobby
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Are you considering model building? Model building is a hobby which can be done by anyone. There are two choices. You may wish to create and design a model or you may choose to purchase a model building kit of your interest. It is a hobby which can be everlasting.
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06/03/2018 06:46 PM
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Wearing Beaded Flowers
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Bead flowers can be a part of your everyday jewelry, as well as being an important accessory on some very special days. For everyday accessorizing, use them as hair decorations. A sweet headband of beaded flowers in a little girl's favorite color will be treasured for years. If the little lady you have in mind favors hair combs or clips instead of a headband, you can accommodate her easily by adding a flower to a comb or clip.
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05/16/2018 02:21 PM
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How Much Are My Autographs Worth?
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A guide to enable you to get a better idea of how autographs and signed photos are valued. What affects the value of a signature or a signed photo?
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05/01/2018 08:47 AM
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3 Proven Ways To Display Your Lego Minifigures
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Lego minifgures have added an entirely new dimension to Lego play. And thanks to the introduction of individual minifigure packs, they have become the most popular way to collect Lego. This article shows you creative ways to display them at home.
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04/29/2018 06:30 PM
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From Flax to String
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Have you ever wondered where that ball of string came from? With many uses, textiles are something we use every day...
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04/29/2018 06:30 PM
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Uses For String
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Not just for tying things together anymore, string has hundreds of uses. And by string I mean twine, jute, cord, cotton, and the list goes on.
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04/29/2018 06:29 PM
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Crafting With String
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Sting is a versatile product that has many uses. How many things can you make with string?
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04/27/2018 08:22 AM
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The Growing Model Car Industry
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In recent years, it appears as though die cast cars have grown wildly in popularity. Although model cars might seem to be the type of product that many would consider a toy, that is far from the truth. Companies like classic carlectables have a large base of older fans.
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04/26/2018 09:05 AM
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How To Create Lego Displays That Get Noticed
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If you enjoy building Lego then you need to read this article. It provides you with several creative ideas on how to display Lego sets that match your home decor.
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04/19/2018 11:03 AM
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Treasure Hunting & Hobby Symbiosis
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Treasure Hunting is a recreation that is incredibly fulfilling as a hobby. But, that doesn't mean it has to be your ONLY hobby. Treasure hunting (metal detecting, gold prospecting, ghost town hunting, and rock hounding) can be integrated into several different hobbies and recreations, including hiking, camping, climbing, climbing, hunting, fishing, photography, generalized exploring, and... ham radio?
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03/09/2018 10:22 AM
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The Best Rubber Stamping Projects
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I am excited to present ways to add your personal touch to your projects with rubber stamps. Rubber stamps make it easy to enhance all of your gifts, cards, envelopes, tags and more.
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03/07/2018 10:02 AM
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Let's Talk Metal Detector Accessories
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Metal detecting can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors, connect with history, and even get some much needed solitude. But, like any other activity, having the right equipment can make all the difference between tolerance and true enjoyment. Here, I go over some of the accessories you can get for your metal detector to increase the fun and productivity of the hobby.
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03/07/2018 08:17 AM
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Buying an Affordable Sewing Machine for Crafting
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If you are new to the craft of sewing and want to purchase a sewing machine here is a little help in getting started. Research is worthwhile because it will familiarize you with lots of new terms in the world of sewing and thereby shorten the learning curve.
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03/02/2018 04:32 PM
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What's the Best Metal Detector?
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Metal detectors, like just about any consumer item, comes in a huge variety of sizes, capabilities, colors, and especially... price. But, which is the best? One thing is for sure. High cost does not necessarily translate into high performance. It depends more on you and what you're going for.
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03/02/2018 09:39 AM
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Treasure Hunting - Where to Begin
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Treasure hunting is fun... plain and simple. It's fun if it's a hobby. It's fun if it's a recreation. It's fun if it's a vocation. But, a lot of people just don't know how to get started. Whether you're wanting to get into Treasure Hunting for yourself or as a family activity, starting is not as difficult as you might think.
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02/16/2018 03:36 PM
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7 Tips to Boost Sales at Craft Shows
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Have you ever thought about selling your handmade crafts at local craft fairs? It's a great way to make money sharing the craft creations you love to create. But when you invest money in a booth it's important to make the most of your time and effort at the show.
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02/06/2018 11:11 AM
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Spread Your Love With Handmade Valentine Cards and Crochet Decorations
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What's better than to receive a loving card on Valentine's Day, handmade by a loved one? Homemade cards and crochet decorations are personal and unique, and they are definitely not mass-produced. Often it can be hard to come up with a great idea, but there are many ways to find inspiration that will help you get started.
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01/18/2018 04:32 PM
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Stained Glass - Project Ideas
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The art and craft of stained glass has been with us for over a thousand years. Mediums include working with glass, plastic, and paper. There are kits or we can be creative and design and paint our personal preferences. This art and craft hobby can be done by men, women, and children of all ages.
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12/26/2017 11:28 AM
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5 Reasons to Have Handspun Yarn in Your Stash
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A quick introduction into the world of handspun yarn and why you should try it. This article discusses five reasons why handspun yarn should be a part of your stash!
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12/18/2017 03:56 PM
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What to Expect From a 3D Pen
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A 3D pen is much like an ordinary pen, but a lot bulkier and uses plastic instead of ink or lead. The 3D pen is built with special heating technology that creates enough heat to turn the plastic into a liquid material.
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11/27/2017 03:34 PM
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Where to Find the Best Wool Shops
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These days there are many things to take up your leisure time and so people do not learn to knit like they used to. However, there are still many diehard fans of knitting, but these craftspeople cannot always find the supplies that they need. Some major retailers do carry generic wool but if you want something a little different - and what knitter doesn't - then you need to go to a specialist wool shop.
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11/24/2017 09:34 AM
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Budget Allowance For Hobbies
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Should you budget for a hobby? Your income level and your heart's pursuit have much to do with your choice of hobbies or interests. Learn which hobbies are best for your level of income.
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10/16/2017 08:12 AM
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Halloween Masks and Costumes
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Boo! Scary creatures and monsters designed to cast out evil spirits have people wearing spooky masks and costumes. The costumes and accessories may be bought, rented, or hand crafted. Halloween night may be celebrated at public functions, private parties, block parties, and in some neighborhoods going door to door announcing "Trick or Treat."
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10/13/2017 10:17 AM
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Nature-Related Crafts for Kids
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Are you looking for some nature-inspired activities to do with your kids? Do you want something different than common indoor activities and outdoor playing?
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10/11/2017 08:36 AM
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20 Rubber Band Hacks to Simplify Your Life
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Bet you didn't know that rubber bands had so many unexpected uses. Here are 20 rubber band hacks that can help you solve everyday problems.
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10/06/2017 04:35 PM
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Health Benefits Of A Hobby
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Enjoy is the keyword for the number one reason people embrace a hobby. Enjoyment brings happiness, contentment, success, and feelings of pride and achievement. In return the body responds with mental and physical good health. A person feels like they are having a good day and it feels great to be alive.
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10/06/2017 12:12 PM
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How to Make a DIY Rustic Wooden Sign
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All of our rustic wood pallet signs are made in our shop but we wanted to share how we build our signs in case you wanted to build them yourself. Anyone with the right tools, materials, and patience can do what we do in our shop every day to make your very own DIY rustic wood pallet sign. This post is a step by step guide on how to build your own rustic wood sign.
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