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Custom Flags - How To Send Your Artwork

Many people who send there image files to us to have there custom flags printed either send the incorrect file or don't know which file to send.I will tell you which files are best to send to ensure you get a smooth run this will result in you...
Jason LittlewoodJanuary 19, 2006

Basic Embossing with Rubber Stamps

This is a simple technique using Rubber Stamps and Thermal Embossing that will add dimension to your cards and artwork. Nothing looks as elegant as a stamped image that has been embossed in gold and has rich color added to enhance your artwork.You...
Lydia TrimmerJanuary 18, 2006

Civil War Uniforms: Top 10 Things to Do with Your Trousers

You want to be comfortable in your trousers right? Follow these tips and not only will your impression be accurate, you will have trousers that fit and feel great!1. Military pants of the day came right off the patterns of the civilian pants.
Paula and Coach McCoachJanuary 18, 2006

Guitar Lesson: How To Improvise The Classical Guitar Way

When I was a fifteen years old guitarist playing rock solos and classical guitar pieces I remember that I had a desire to be able to improvise on my guitar in a classical manner.Nowadays I have developed this skill and I love to improvise in the...
Peter EdvinssonJanuary 17, 2006

The Real Secrets to Getting a Good Deal on Stained Glass

Did you know that you can find stained glass deals if you look hard enough? There are a number of places to buy stained glass – let’s look at a few of them.The easiest and least risky way to buy glass is in a kit.
Tim JeffriesJanuary 17, 2006

History of Needlepoint

There are conflicting opinions as to the terms describing needlepoint. The differences may result from the fact that needlepoint has come down to us from various countries and in various stitches.
Jo KeffordJanuary 16, 2006

Scrapbook Ideas for Your Baby Album - Part 1

A scrapbook album of your baby’s first year is one of the most special albums you’ll ever complete. There are so many magical memories, beginning with the pregnancy itself and continuing right through your baby’s first birthday.
Lisa FlemingJanuary 16, 2006

Understanding Canvas Work Charts

Some canvas work designs are presented in chart form, that is, the position of each stitch in the design is recorded on graph paper. Graph paper is used for charting because it is structurally similar to canvas.
Jo KeffordJanuary 16, 2006

Rubber Stamps – Advice To Help Choose The Right Product For You

Many of you may have used rubber stamps before either while crafting or in the office. Rubber stamps are pieces of rubber that can be carved and molded into an image or pattern.
Nicky WhatmoreJanuary 16, 2006

Basic Preparations for Canvas Work

To begin canvas work, you must first prepare a piece of canvas large enough to receive the design. ‘Large enough’ means the finished size of the design plus a margin of at least 5cm along each edge.
Jo KeffordJanuary 16, 2006