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How to Make Holiday Origami
Decorate for a holiday or party with origami pieces. Whether you are experienced or new to origami, there are easy and complex pieces to fold for a holiday or special occasion. Use origami pieces as table place cards or distribute them as party favors.
Video: Adding Real Eggs to Easter Baskets
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I've already discussed plastic eggs, and also the wonderful world of chocolate eggs. But of course, the most obvious, are actual, real eggs. You know, the type that chickens produce. These are a wonderful staple of our Easter basket. They're fun, because they come...
How to Make Origami Soccer Balls
An origami soccer ball is made from black and white folded paper shapes. It is composed of 12 black pentagons and 20 white hexagons. The shapes are arranged in a regular pattern by interlocking the individual pieces. You can make an origami soccer ball in various sizes depending on the size of the p
How Are Dolphins Adapted to Their Habitat?
Dolphins are perfectly adapted to life in the ocean. These mammals remain permanently in the water and have evolved to possess streamlined bodies. Dolphins have have the ability to withstand intense pressure when diving for extended periods to remarkable depths. Dolphins are highly social and intell
How to Dip Lightbulbs in Silicone
Silicone-dipped lightbulbs feature a rubbery, outer coating that is smooth or rippled. The coating diffuses the light, creating a flame-like glow instead of the glare typically lessened with a lampshade. This technique often is used on faux candles, making them perfect for windowsill or holiday deco
How to Make Your Own Puzzle With Mod Podge
Mod Podge is the process of gluing a picture onto an object. If you want, you can make jigsaw puzzles with Mod Podge to create a puzzle with your child’s favorite cartoon character or your family portrait. The possibilities are only limited by your creativity. Mod Podge is also a create craft
Definition of Hachure Marks in Topography
Hachure marks are defined as multiple crossing lines that create a shaded definition on either maps or drawings. In topography, they are used to define surface relief. They are also known as "tick marks."
Black & Decker Mouse Instructions
The Black & Decker Mouse is a handy palm sander. With its pointed tip and small size, it can get into tight areas. Proper use is important to achieve the results you want. It can be used for woodworking, refinishing furniture, buffing metals or anything else that you can hand sand.
About Squirrels
Most Americans are familiar and quite accustomed to squirrels. These mid-sized rodents with big fluffy tails usually hang out in backyards, parks and other areas with an abundance of trees. The squirrel is not isolated only to America. It also can be found in Asia, Europe and Africa.
How to Buy Crayola Products
Crayola makes more than just crayons. You can purchase a wide range of art supplies from the Crayola company.
Spider Web Face Paint
One thing children look forward to doing on Halloween is covering their faces with face paint. If you are throwing a Halloween party with a face painting booth, expect your young guests to request scary images. These include ghosts, witches, bats, monsters, spiders and spider webs. Fortunately, some
How to Make Shoe Embellishments
A great pair of quality shoes can uplift your outfit and appearance. They can also make your day more comfortable and productive as you spend a great deal of time on your feet. A shoe embellishment is a fun way to change your look without having to buy a new pair of shoes. Try this creative way to f
Free Instructions for How to Blanket Stitch
Blanket stitches are decorative embroidery stitches used as accents around the edges of fabric projects. They can be used to finish off an edge, attach a seam or both. Blanket stitches, when completed, resemble a ladder laying on its side. The short, vertical stitches are the ladder rungs and the ho
Video: Celtic Lettering for Druid Halloween Costume
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Many things about the druid costume are lost to the changes of history but some things are known. We do know about their language the Celtic lettering I have already mentioned. And I do know that in some ways these were used in tattoos at least some of the time or they...
Potholder Crafts
Potholders are useful in the kitchen to protect hands from being burned while pulling out a freshly baked cake or other food from the oven. That doesn't mean the potholders have to be bland. Potholder crafts can be sewn or crocheted and are easy enough for children to make. They make a thoughtful gi
How to Sew Sashes to a Quilt Square
In quilting, sashes refer to the middle borders between quilted squares or the lines of fabric that lie between the squares either vertically or horizontally. The sashes add border definition and provide an appearance of background fabric to the quilt squares. Adding the sashes takes only a few mome
How to Find a Leak in a Helium Balloon
A leak in a helium balloon can be difficult to find because of the size of the hole or the size of the balloon. Children's balloons never last long, but patching holes can preserve the life left in one.
Chess Strategy, Tactics and Values of the Pieces
Chess is a board game simulating medieval warfare. Just as in medieval warfare and society, some Chess pieces have more value than others. This gives each piece a particular strength and weakness. A player takes this into account when faced with tactical decisions concerning individual pieces.
How to Blend Camphor Essential Oil
Blending camphor essential oils is an art form that takes years of practice to perfect. Professional oil blenders and perfume creators spend years mastering the techniques of scent blending. However, you can create a soothing camphor oil blend with other essential oils at home. There are several oil