A Scrapbook Page To Celebrate Your Childs First Haircut (12 Jun 2006) Between the ages of about 12 and 18 months, a baby boy or girl may go for their first hair cut. So why not create a scrap book page to celebrate this event in a special way!
Idle Hands Beget The Devils Work (12 Jun 2006) As a southern girl, sewing was a rite of passage. You never questioned if you should learn, it was a matter of when. Though I possess the skill, it was rarely put to use. One day, while shopping for a quilt, I went back to my roots.
Starting A Coin Collection (12 Jun 2006) As you grow into coin collecting you will find that you are not a collector, but a care taker of coins. This is not only a hobby, it is also a service to future generations.
Making a Chunk Candle (12 Jun 2006) Follow these step-by-instructions and make your own pretty chunk candles to gift or keep.
Cupcake Candles (12 Jun 2006) With candle making, there are hardly any limits. You can replicate lots of things with your creativity. Here are some delicious 'Cupcakes' that look very, very inviting.
How to Make a Childs Handprint on a Ceramic Tile (12 Jun 2006) Moms and kids working together to create ceramic tiles with their kids' handprints on the. Supply list and step-by-step tutorial to make it easy and fun.
How to Value Your Jewelry at Home or Work (12 Jun 2006) You are about to discover the intricacies and formulas that highly qualified gemologists and valuers are using, right now, to evaluate and appraise gold, silver and platinum jewelry.
Roasting Your Own Coffee - A Hobby You Can Love (12 Jun 2006) One of the nations fastest growing hobbies is roasting your own coffee. A how to with ideas on unique packaging and gift giving. Tells how to roast with items you already have in your kitchen and sources for everything you need.
Identifying US Coins with Bullish Futures (12 Jun 2006) There are only a few United States coins rightfully considered as investment possibilities. Learn how to recognize them.
Why Chainmaille Jewelry Craft (12 Jun 2006) Why should a craftsperson make chainmaille jewelry? It is unique, satisfying, results in lacy fine jewelry, not technical to make, and creative.
Use Order and Text to Give Life to Your Scrapbook (12 Jun 2006) There are no specific rules stating that all photographs or mementos must be placed in chronological order. Therefore, it is completely up you the order you wish to place your items and embellishments. You can place your items in a formal chronological order. You can also group items into formal or informal categories such as similar colors, events, activities, individuals, or families. Items can also be placed into random, abstract, or collages.
The Art of Cutting and Cropping for Your New Scrapbook (12 Jun 2006) Often photographs aren't quite the right shape and size or the photographic image is improperly centered. Having oversized or off centered photographs creates an air of unprofessionalism. Carefully cropped and sized photographs, on the other hand, enhances the overall look and feel of your scrapbook.
The Theme and Title of Your New Scrapbook (12 Jun 2006) The theme of your scrapbook can be simple or complex. Your theme could be a special event such as a birthday, a baby shower, a wedding, Christmas, or Halloween. Themes can also be personalized to the scrapbook recipient's special interests. Special interests themes include favorite colors, sports, favorite television programs, music, the outdoors, or cultural influences.
The Use of Color and Photographs in Your New Scrapbook (12 Jun 2006) Color coordination and contrast will highlight and accent your scrapbook. A well thought out color scheme can help define the theme of a page, attract attention to specific items, or detract away from mistakes. Poorly chosen color schemes, on the other hand, can cause your scrapbook page to look gaudy or mismatched.
4 Fun Ways to Display Photos (12 Jun 2006) From baby pictures to vacation pictures, images of family and friends are treasures that are kept for a lifetime. They make great gifts and add cheer and warmth to the interiors of our homes. Below are four fun ways to display your favorite photos.
Use Tags and Embellishments to Give Your Scrapbooks that Personal Yet Professional Touch (12 Jun 2006) Tags are a little added touch of professionalism that adds to the overall well thought out look to your scrapbook. Tags can be used for accents, captions, and thought bubbles as well as dedications. The design of your tags will depend entirely on your personal needs and desires.
Patterning and Spacing in Your Scrapbooks (12 Jun 2006) How can you arrange your scrapbook page to best show off your mementos and embellishments? You can place everything in the center of your page, place a single focus item in the center, or divide the page into sections adding items to each section. You may also choose to lay the items out in a standard recipe or calendar layout.
