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How to Make a Crochet Napkin Holder

Napkin holders are very simple. The models can be round, like a ring, or square in the size of the paper handkerchief. The round shape is more suitable for fabric napkins, making them more elegant on tables   Craft crochet as this can be done in different colors and shapes, and that allows you to […]

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Water Pistol Painting

  Did you know that you can produce beautiful works of art with every shot from a pistol? Well, I mean a water pistol to be precise. Not every shot from a gun is necessarily harmful. You can make every shot explode into something beautiful when you shoot a canvas with water pistols loaded with […]

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PAPIER-MACHE

  OK, so I received word that you’ve been keeping a bunch of old newspapers, calendars, and other used papers with the hope of “going through them later.” It’s almost a decade now, and you’re yet to find the time to go through them. Should I tell you a subtle truth? You may never go […]

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LOVE AND PAINT

Love has been known to be the greatest catalyst in the formation and destruction of nations in past centuries. Love has also been an inspiration for great inventions, innovations and sadly destructions. No one can define what is more advantageous to the human life, the beginning of a new found love or the aftermath of […]

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Basic Leather Working Tools For Beginners

Leather working is a craft that has been around for more than twenty centuries. Leather was used to make a variety of necessities from belts to sandals. Today, leather work hasn’t lost any of its appeal and can pretty much still be used for some of the same purposes. For a beginner looking to venture […]

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Flower Pressing Art for Beginners

Flower pressing basically involves flattening petals and leaves to remove moisture and make decorative pieces. There are many things you can do with pressed flowers including sticking them to fabrics or placing them in frames to make home decorations and gifts. Though it might seem intimidating, flower pressing is a relatively easy process only requiring […]

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All You Need to Know About Rock Painting

Rock painting can be a great way to pass time. It’s fun, addictive and above all inexpensive. Once you get the hang of it, rock painting can be a great way to spend time with your family and let those creative juices flow. As with any other craft, there are things you need to know […]

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How to Process Your Own Clay for Pottery

The processing of clay to make pottery was a milestone for man. It meant having light and durable storage vessels. Furthermore, clay was readily available from the environment thus inexpensive. Centuries later, decorative pieces came to be, identifying communities through their unique styles. Today, pottery is a very relaxing and fun form of art with […]

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Tips for selecting the right Watercolor Paper

It’s not uncommon for people to feel daunted and confused by the sheer volume of paper choices whenever they walk into an art shop. Perhaps the last time you walked into one you got flustered and decided to walk out. When it comes to watercolor painting, it’s important to choose the right quality paper as […]

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