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Mar 24 2008
Quilting is making a comeback in popularity, as a new generation makes this needlecraft hobby its own. As any generation of quilters gets down to work, they will find that they need some basic quilting supplies on hand.
Quilting Needles And Quilting Thread
These are specialty items, and substituting an ordinary sewing needle and thread for them [...]
Mar 22 2008
Quilting frames can be an expensive investment if you are buying ready to go frames. However, they can be significantly less expensive if you take the time to put the frame together yourself. There are a number of quilting frame plans that are available. There are also a number of places to find quilting frame [...]
Mar 19 2008
For individuals who are interested in hand quilting a quilting frame is an essential piece of equipment. For those that do not know a quilting frame is not something to be used to display a quilt. A quilting frame is actually a piece of equipment that is used to hold the fabric of the quilt [...]
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 [...]