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Creating Music Boxes, Part V

Creating carousel music boxes, ballerina music boxes, wooden keepsake boxes, musical jewelry boxes, and other types of music boxes is a relaxing and creative activity.
Monique HawkinsMarch 03, 2006

How to Make Your Own Swimsuit

Summer is nearly here, and it is time to ensure the maximum amount of fun and relaxation for those fun, warm months. You have your pool and/or spa ready to go, but do you have that ideal, flattering swimsuit to showcase all of your hard work?
Vanessa LauschOctober 07, 2005

Knitting Basics – Simple Terms and Instructions.

Ever wanted to learn how to knit? Here are some simple descriptions of key terms that will help you get started with this “age old” new craze!To "Cast On":First you need to put the stitches on the needle.
Craftopoly.comAugust 15, 2005

Oil Painting Supplies - Guide For Beginners

When I first began painting some 10 years ago, I remember my first trip to my local art supply store. I recall my feeling of utter confusion as I perused the aisles.
Ralph SerpeDecember 14, 2005

Remote Control Cars - Handy Do-it-yourself Tips for RC cars

If you're not from an engineering background but pursue driving remote control cars as a hobby, it's always a good idea to learn as much as possible about remote control cars.
Clive ChansaDecember 10, 2005

Felting, Fulling, Or Boiled Wool?

To ignore one of the basic knitting commandments, "Thou shalt not put wool into hot water" is to risk suffering the dreaded consequence of such action - very small, very stiff, little sweaters into which no family member would ever want...
Maddy CranleyNovember 13, 2007

Night Photography: Photographing The Moon In The Landscape

Photographers have been trying to utilize the light of the moon in their landscape photography ever since the photographic process was invented. It was not until World War II, however, that technology had improved enough to make night photography...
David RoseSeptember 24, 2005

Piano Care and Maintenance Tips

Care and maintenance of pianos.Temperature and humidity.In positioning your piano, you should strive for evenness of humidity and temperature. Since a piano is made mostly of wood, it is greatly affected by seasonal change.
Mantius CazaubonAugust 15, 2005

How To Select the Ideal Home Weather Station

Have you ever considered buying your very own home weather station? Not that I'm selling them, but I believe I may be able to help you decide what to look for.
Graham McClungDecember 26, 2005

Determining Coin Values

Factors that Influence the Value of Collectible CoinsIf you are interested in collecting coins, it’s important to be able to have a rough idea of how much coins are worth.
Charles RomanNovember 04, 2005