Adding embellishments can make the difference in your scrapbook page. The embellishment can be the main item on your page or it can bring attention to the picture on the page.

Embellishments can be stickers, die cuts, tags, ribbon, beads, or anything that accents the page. You may want to put a memento on the page that goes with the event featured on the page. Always look for these items in stores on sale. For example, A roll of ribbon can be used for other pages also so it would benefit you to buy the roll especially if it was on sale.  Read more... (202 words, estimated 48 secs reading time)

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Making jewellery has been a passion of mankind since the beginning of history. Today, there are even more opportunities to create beautiful jewellery for yourself, with a wealth of suppliers, information and equipment that is within reach of everyone. But there are a few things to consider before you take your first steps into the world of jewellery making.

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Beadwork is most commonly found in jewelry, but there are many projects that can include beadwork other than jewelry. In the past, it was a craft for many people. It is still used to make money, but more people are turning to it as a form of relaxation. Beading can be seen in many different projects including wall hangings, sculpted works, pillows, and lamp shades. A great place to start when looking for great beading projects is BeadHuddle.com.  Read more... (650 words, estimated 2:36 mins reading time)

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Whether you’re making buying decisions for your own child, for gifts to other children, or to supply a daycare or education facility, picking the best arts and crafts for kids can be a real challenge. However, you can make things a little easier on yourself by keeping in mind a few simple guidelines that can at least help you narrow down your options.

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Brooches can be very simple or extremely intricate and detailed pieces. Using jewellery findings, it is possible to make your own brooches, honing your skills until you are capable of creating brooches at the level you desire.

Brooches can be created very simply; buying jewellery findings such as brooch blanks and gluing stones or mosaic pieces to them. Pins can be glued to the backs of the blanks and a very basic brooch is made. A popular effect is layering. Not only does it add an intricacy to the piece, but stones can also be incorporated for eye-catching effects. Round-nosed pliers are advisable in this process to cope with minute manipulation of the wire involved.  Read more... (588 words, estimated 2:21 mins reading time)

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Making beaded jewellery of any kind requires little more than time and patience, although there are certain pieces of equipment and types of materials that will not only ensure that your piece lasts, but will also make its creation a lot easier. There are a few techniques involved but, once mastered, they can be applied to a variety of jewellery-making projects.  Read more... (580 words, estimated 2:19 mins reading time)

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