Category: Hobbies & Toys

Calligraphy is regarded as the art of beautiful writing and has been in existence for centuries, dating as far back as the early Egyptians. If you are just starting to learn to calligraphy, then it makes sense to choose an inexpensive set that meets your needs until you are sure that this is a […]

This old time foundry refractory mix for crucible or cupola furnaces was adopted by financially strapped foundry owners during the great depression, everyone suffered financial hardships during those days, so there was a lot of improvisation going on, now the backyard founder can save money making a home brew just like the old timers […]

In today's world of growing and ongoing stress, wood turning allows for a time to relax and to enjoy a time of recreation without all the tensions that surround us on a daily basis. Also, it permits a time of creation in what for many has become an existence of familiarity with too many […]

Helen told me she wanted to learn how to draw manga. But then asked what modern manga is. I asked why she wanted to learn how to draw manga. She told me her friends talk all the time about learning how to draw manga. Then they talk about modern manga. She said her friends […]

It all starts with a camera. Now a days, you can buy a camera for a decent price that takes well enough pictures to start your hobby. A digital camera gives you a few more perks; the ability to download right to your computer and print through Costco or Sam’s Club right from your […]

What is new in the art world? Buying art online! Why? Why would anyone want to buy original art from an online art gallery? Because the excitement of discovering new artists and new artwork is just a click away! No matter where you live in the world, if you have access to the internet, […]

Many times when a sewing machine stops operating it is usually a small thing that caused the loss of sewing time as well as immense frustration. The very best thing to do is just take some time before you start sewing to check the machine and make sure the machine is functioning as this […]

Nowadays, most people will choose paper piecing to create their albums that will give the great result. This is the easiest technique to develop an album that demands you to collect all the piecing paper. You will like this technique because it is as fun as you play the puzzle games. You can do […]

As you practice the alphabet letters of various font styles in calligraphy, you'll reach the point where you can string the letters together to form words. This is an exciting point in the learning process because now you can actually see written words and how they look in your calligraphy writing style. A good […]

Pot-pourri looks great as a decoration and adds a beautiful scent to a room but it is only spotted flower petals. Why buy it when you can make it yourself as a gift to someone else or for your own home. Spread the pets of about 3 dozen roses out on paper and leave […]