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Apr 12 2008
One of the great things about modern technology is the fact that individuals can easily do complex tasks without a huge amount of skill or knowledge. Quilting is something that used to be done by hand. It would take a group of individuals or even a single individual weeks or months to complete a single [...]
Mar 13 2008
The first step to any art produce is the design and the same goes for quilting. Quilting designs are simply the patterns used to create masterpieces using cloth. There are hundreds perhaps even thousands of quilting designs that range from simple designs that anyone can do to quilting designs that can only be accomplished by [...]
Mar 04 2008
Quilting is a wonderful way to provide needed additions to your home and wardrobe. It can also provide a great way to get people together and socialize and can provide a wonderful handcraft hobby. Whether you are someone who spends their time in a quilting, bee and doing every stitch by hand or you are [...]
What could be scarier than some fake spider webs and a leering jack ‘o’ lantern this Halloween? For millions of Americans, the answer seems to be a bare front porch and undecorated home totally lacking in spirit.
In 2007, nearly 50 percent of Americans decorated their homes or yards for Halloween, according to the National Retail [...]
Tips for Converting a Basement into the Ultimate Craft Room
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(ARA) - Are you passionate about painting? Crazy about quilting? Does scrapbooking allow your creative light to shine? If so, you’re not alone – Americans spent more than $31 billion on arts, crafts and hobbies last year, according to the Craft & Hobby Association. And whether [...]
This weekend I came across the best craft book full of great felt projects - “The Cute Book” by Aranzi Aranzo (who also has a ”Bad Book” - for when you’re cute-d out). It’s full of the coolest (and yes, they really are the cutest) patterns for all sorts of creatures.
So my eight-year-old daughter and I did [...]
Decorating eggs is a traditional craft practiced by families and artisans around the world.
Some use decorating methods handed down over generations, such as the elaborately decorated pysanky of Slavic nations or the cascarones of Mexico. Others invent new ways to embellish their eggs each year — painting them, writing on them, turning them into funny [...]
Valentine’s Day is not just a holiday for couples; it is a day to show everyone you love your appreciation. Why not express your admiration and love by creating personalized gifts and treats? Whether a delicious breakfast-in-bed or embellished Valentines, your loved ones will treasure your handmade gifts and thoughtfulness.
Breakfast-in-bed
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It’s all in the presentation. Make [...]