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Archive for February, 2009

Coin Collection: How To Do It (?)

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

 
Would you believe that collecting coins, aside from being a great hobby, can be a nifty one, too, just as long as you know what you’re doing? Of course, who in their right senses wouldn’t want to collect a lot of money? Money makes the world go around and around. But that’s different. This one’s [...]

Measuring and Marking With Woodworking Tools

Sunday, February 22nd, 2009

Although woodworking is an occupation, it’s also a hobby for lots of people. Woodworkers are often happiest when working with their tools. Depending on what you’re making, there are any number of tools you might require.
Some woodworking tools are best for projects of a general nature, and others are required for specialized jobs. They [...]

Helping You Learn How To Crochet

Tuesday, February 17th, 2009

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It is a common misconception that only old ladies sit around crocheting doilies and scarves. While many elderly women do enjoy the diversion, it is a skill that people of any age can master and enjoy. Learning how to crochet can be your key to slowing down in life and relaxing, and exploring your creative [...]

The best toy you ever had

Monday, February 16th, 2009

I recently posted a question on “answer bank” and had a great response. It seems that there are loads of people out there with fond memories of the toys that they owned back in their childhood days. 
My question was what do you think was the best or most entertaining toy you ever owned?” 
The first response [...]

The Truth About Starting A Face Painting Business

Tuesday, February 10th, 2009

So you’ve decided you would like to learn how to paint faces. You want to see your painting bringing joy and delight to young children, maybe at your child’s birthday party. Or maybe you want to be a professional face painter.
Face painting really can be a very fun and fulfilling job, but it can [...]

Dolls Houses Can Preserve Architectural Treasures

Monday, February 2nd, 2009

Dolls Houses are thought by some as merely a child’s toy or just miniature displays of wealth and social standing by the rich.  They were used in the 18th century to teach domestic management duties to middle class young women and it wasn’t until mass production by the Germans initially that the dolls house became [...]