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by: Anne Ransder | Published on: 3/9/06
Embroidery is the decoration of a fabric of just about any kind. The designs are made with strands of just about anything that can be attached to a needle such as beads, small pearls, seeds and sequins but most people know the designs are made with yarn or string. The designs can be stitched either on top of the fabric or through it.
by: Luda Sonkin | Published on: 5/15/06
Home cannot do without embroidery. They used to say in ancient times that it rewards, forgives and cures. Lets look at the ancient towels and garments: where the pattern is located, what colour the mistress used and what she depicted.
by: Luda Sonkin | Published on: 7/4/06
In former times only a few could buy fine things. In the villages away from big cities, people made and decorated the things they needed themselves like wooden spoons, plates, water scoops and other similar things. Some of this has survived to our times. We do not know the names of those who made them, but their art is called folk art.
by: Ruth Talbot | Published on: 7/28/06
Crocheting has really come into its own, however for those wishing to learn this wonderful hobby the choice is not as easy as picking up a hook and beginning. This article looks in depth at the choice of crocheting techniques available today.
by: Ruth Talbot | Published on: 9/13/06
If you dislike sewing then one of the most tedious tasks after crocheting up a new garment has to be the joining of the seams. However due to crochets versatility, you never need to sew your pieces together ever again. This article looks in depth at the choice of joining techniques available today.
by: Kathy Williams | Published on: 12/17/06
This list of essential rubber stamping supplies is a sneak peak into the closet of a rubber stamping and scrapbooking fanatic. Whether you are just beginning in the hobby or a seasoned professional, these supplies are all must haves.
by: Rahul Rungta | Published on: 8/8/07
Making international penpals over the free penpal websites has become the order of the day. By becoming friends with penpals all over the world you take part in the process of e-mail exchange of languages and cultures.
by: Erwin Metius | Published on: 8/14/08
Summer, fall, winter or spring, if you have young children with time on their hands you need to have some activities planned. Every child benefits from fun that is also educational, and 10 fun projects with magnets fill the bill nicely.