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Beading is a great hobby. And most of us find ourselves inexplicably drawn to that aisle of the craft store whether we are a beader or not. There are just so many pretty shiny little gems and treasures hidden there that it’s hard to pull yourself away. We completely understand; we’ve been there. But if you are starting your own obsession it can be very easy to jump off the deep end and arrive home with a big bag of toys that while beautiful don’t do you any good. Here are a few tips to keep the madness in check and end up with a finished product you are proud of. |
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In the world of beading there are just simply more options than you could ever keep up with. However, it seems that no matter where you go, one name just keeps popping up again and again, Delicas. Delicas are a specific brand of seed bead that are made by the Miyuki Company in Japan. These gorgeous little gems are treasured by beaders of all level. But what are they, and what makes them so great? Well, stick around because we’re about to tell you. |
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Floating candles can make a classy addition to any event. They look great as a centerpiece or artfully arranged to set the mood in a room, managing to set off just the right amount of smell and light. And they never go out of style as an elegant hostess gift. The best part is that it is super easy to make your own with a mold you already have in your home. Check out our simple steps to creating yourself some beautiful fun. |
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If you are new to the whole wonderful world of crafts, you may have noticed that crafters not only speak a language all their own, they can write it as well. This can be a very frustrating thing especially while trying to learn how to read a pattern. With all the letters and numbers floating around it can almost seem more like a crazy algebra problem than anything else. Well, help is on the way. Below you will find a brief list of some of the more common abbreviations used in knitting patterns. Spend a little time with this and before you know it you’ll be speaking like a native! |
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To me there is nothing more exciting than starting a new project. You pick your pattern then off to the store to find the perfect yarn. It’s so exciting to envision the finished product. Unfortunately things don’t always go as planned. |
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Probably the most amazing thing about quilting is also the most intimidating. There are just so many options! From color to size, fabric to pattern, the possibilities are truly endless. But for the new quilter the biggest question is always the same, Where to start? |
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There are many brands and types of polymer clay available, each with its own unique set of strengths and weaknesses. When choosing material the number of options may seem a little overwhelming. |
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