How to Crochet the 4 Corners Coaster
The four corners crochet coaster pattern is very quick and easy to crochet. As a matter of fact, it's so easy a new crochet beginner can master it. And you can use this free crochet…
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Pyrography: Woodburned Portraits, How To Burn Necks And Chins
In working with portraits, necks are a notorious challenge to most artists. There is a tendency to simplify the division between the head and neck with a simple line. And this line, if not placed…
Plastic Model Kit Retail Prices Soar And Children Lose A Favorite Pastime Hobby
It used to be you could go down to any store and grab a plastic model kit for $1.00 and be a happy camper back in the 1950's. Over the decades the prices of these…
Pyrography: How To Woodburn Realistic Fur
There is a common misconception in woodburning circles, that there is ONE BEST way to burn fur. This misconception unfortunately creates mediocre results in virtually all attempts at rendering a realistic burning.Why?Because you are NOT…
Tips for Crocheting for the Summer
Crocheting for the summer is a bit different than for the winter as the weather can get super hot in some areas during the summer. And this means that some crocheted items can get sweltering…
Pyrography: The Principles of Woodburning
Pyrography also known as woodburning, is beautiful and much simpler than any other drawing or painting medium.Luckily it is also rather easy to master when you understand that pyrography is a physical rather than a…
How to Buy Lace Weight Yarns Online
Buying yarn online is actually easier than you may think. So many people turn to the internet these days to do their shopping. You find better prices, you can compare prices and suppliers and you…
Pyrography: How To Work With Woodgrain In Your Woodburning
Woodgrain can make or break your burnings. I initially established my reputation in pyrography by incorporating grain into my compositions. I used prominent grain to create a secondary pattern that supported my realistic images. It…
Pyrography: Woodburning Realistic Amphibians and Reptiles
Turtles, frogs and 'gators - Oh My! These beautifully patterned and intricately textured animals can pose a challenge for the pyrographer. Changes in surfaces if not handled well can create an unrealistic and lifeless burning.In…
Model Railways – Getting Started With A Terrific Activity!
Getting started with a model railway is an activity that people of every age group may be able to take part in. There are countless reasons why you should initiate assembly of a model railway.…