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How to Identify Emerald Gems

Emeralds are popular gems that commonly are used in jewelry and ornaments. It is the traditional birthstone of May. The emerald, a variety of the mineral known as beryl, can be identified through a few simple observations. The most common and easiest characteristics to identify are color, luster, st

How to Decorate a Lamp Shade for Wedding Centerpieces

Some trendy brides are thinking out of the box and looking to lighting accessories for centerpiece inspiration. Brides that want something different, artsy and sophisticated are turning to lampshades to create stunning wedding centerpieces. A lampshade centerpiece will give any table instant persona

Things to Do with a Swiss Army Knife

Zedcor Wholly Owned/PhotoObjects.net/Getty ImagesThe Swiss Army Knife was created by Victorinox Swiss Army in Ibach, Switzerland. It originated as a pocket-size multipurpose tool that included several devices for use in everyday life as well as in dangerous situations. Lightweight and...

Willow Feather Crafts

The shimmery fluffy catkins of pussy willow twigs and branches work well with delicate feathers in household craft projects. Whether you wish to decorate your home with a sophisticated willow and feathers display or help your children explore the use of texture in art through different projects, wil

How to Make Bracelets for Watches

Making your own bracelets for watches provides many style options that could match your wardrobe. Making your own watch bracelets also gives you the opportunity to create a style that may not be common in stores while appealing to your own personal preferences. Beading bracelets for watches is one o

How to Make Clear Waterproof Labels

Once you start making your own cards and envelopes, printing invitations and candy bar wrappers, it is only a matter of time before you want to try making clear labels for one of your projects. Sure, you might know how to set them up on your computer, but what to do next is what escapes most people.

How to Make Round Things on a Bead Loom

Although bead looms offer a range of creative possibilities for the ambitious beader, they also have limitations. Bead looms create designs in the form of long strips, the beads of which are confined to strict columns and rows. Because of this, loom work is much better suited to creating boxy and an

How to Reuse a Glow Plug for a T-Maxx

With regular use of your Traxxas T-Maxx, you are going to experience degrading performance as some of the key components begin to show their age; however, if you find that your T-Maxx is hesitating during high-speed runs or is more difficult to start, you may want to consider inspecting the glow plu

How to Make an Origami Otter

Origami is an entertaining activity for children because there is a wide selection of animals they can make by folding paper. The otter is one origami animal that young children can fold. It involves few steps and simple folds. There are other origami animals and shapes to fold involving different l

How to Make Your Own Cargo Kilt

Kilts were originally worn by the Scottish army, but were banned in 1782. For decades, kilts were most commonly seen on Pipers. Today, the trend has transcended the bag pipers and has made its way into modern clothing. Create a kilt for everyday wear with cargo fabric, for a subtler look than tradit

Troop Leading Procedures

Troop leading procedures are vital.in the army image by Tomasz Pawlowski from Fotolia.comA well-trained military unit will move as seemingly one person. However, this only comes through long months of training and by following troop leading procedures. There are very specific troop...

How to Make Hand Rolled Fabric Rosettes

Making your own hand rolled rosettes is a quick and inexpensive way to create decorative items that can be stuck or sewn onto a variety of surfaces, from bags to hair clips. When creating rolled rosettes, it's important to keep an even tension on the felt spiral as it's rolled into position. You cou

Craft Advertising Online Made Affordable and Easy

Do you wish there was an easy way to advertise your crafts online? Are you tired of trying to find affordable and effective ways to market your crafts online? Well then you should consider renting a c

Crafts for Fun Sleep Masks

Sleep masks are used by travelers trying to adjust to sleeping on an airplane or in a hotel room, or by those who have trouble with insomnia. Available in a variety of styles and patterns, sleep masks make fun crafts for children and adults alike and can include those made according to theme.

How to Make an Apron Out of a Flour Sack

Antique stores and flea markets have an abundance of antique textiles. These natural fabrics from the past can add to a collection or be used in a variety of sewing projects. Years ago, feed for livestock and dried foods for human consumption were packaged and sold in durable cotton fabric sacks. Th

Printable Winter Activities for Children

With short days and cold weather, the winter months can be an uneventful and boring time for children, as they are often confined to the indoors. If your children are suffering from a case of the winter dull-drums, turn to the Internet as a resource to locate entertaining winter-themed...

How to Weave Dish Towels

If you're an avid cook, you can never have enough dish towels, but buying them can get expensive. Save money by weaving your own dish towels at home. Weaving is made faster and easier through the use of a weaving loom. A weaving loom is a board that has pegs around it. It holds the fabric loops in p

How to Make Tithing Envelopes

One of the principle backbones of any church's financial structure comes in the form of congregational offerings, or tithes. Distributing tithing envelopes to members of your church not only encourages giving, it protects privacy and helps with the processes of collecting and accounting. To make use

How to Make Antler Art

Antlers make for some great art that's not at all difficult to create. Because of their unique shapes, sizes and configurations, you'll find yourself amazed at some of the creations you come up with. If all else fails, most antlers make for an easy tree. Some simple supplies and patience is all you