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We offer Hundreds of Counted Cross Stitch Patterns which have a realistic, photo like quality, yet are easy to make with large, easy to read symbols and only using basic stitches. Single patterns for only $1.95 US, or only $10 a year for a membership that entitles you to download any or all of our over 600 patterns. Use our patterns and create masterpieces that people will have to touch to believe they're not photos.
http://www.artecy.com
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Crafty Tip
Every 8-10 stitches you should drop your needle to let the floss untwist.
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An explanation and overview of hypertufa, an artificial stone material that’s easy to make and how you can create unique garden crafts that will last for years. Free how-tos start with the basics and include instructions for several easy projects.
http://www.the-artistic-garden.com/hypertufa.html
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Crafty Tip
A major secret to making hypertufa items ... patience! Seems that many beginners are too impatient for their projects to set and cure, and end up destroying their first creation because it wasn’t ready to be unmolded yet.
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We aim to share an enthusiasm for mosaic art and provide a high quality, extensive online resource where visitors can learn about mosaic making and study examples in a wide range of styles and materials. All information is free and doesn't require signing up for membership or a newsletter.
http://www.thejoyofshards.co.uk
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Crafty Tip
Some of the best places to find interesting china pieces are jumble sales and charity/thrift stores. Also, be sure to ask all of your friends and family to keep things they break. You could even ask at crockery shops if they have any breakages.
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Offering fibers, scrapbook flowers, embellishments, and torn art supplies to make your scrapbook unique! Always low prices! Join our forum to be eligible to win PRIZES in our monthly contest (coming soon!)
http://www.uniquescraps.com
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Crafty Tip
Make custom rub-ons with any graphic, text, or photo you like by printing the chosen design on an overhead transparency film, waiting a few minutes for it to dry, then using as a purchased rub-on!
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The Knitting Haven has a forum visited by friendly and addicted knitters, helpful hints and patterns.
http://www.knittinghaven.com
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Crafty Tip
How do you avoid the "ladder" that sometimes develops between the needles when you use double pointed needles?
One way that works is to tighten the second stitch a little more firmly on each needle as you knit. This
seems to close the gap in the area between the stitches.
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Valerie Custom Quilting: Quilts to Love for a Lifetime.
If you are needing professional quilting services, look no further! Valerie Custom Quilting offers skilled hand-guided quilting services at affordable prices. You make the quilt top and provide the backing, I can provide the batting, and together we will decide on a quilting motif and a thread color to enhance the beauty of your piecing skills. Quilt design services and memory quilts also available, ask for details.
http://www.synthcom.com/~val/vcq/index.php
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Crafty Tip
If you need to piece together a quilt back, I recommend you leave the selvages on until piecing is done. Pin your fabrics together along the selvage, right sides together. Sew your seam 1/4" away from the edge of the printing (your seam allowance may be up to 1" wide), then go back and trim off the excess fabric after your seam is sewn. This way your fabric is stable while you're sewing, and you're guaranteed that none of the selvage will show up on your quilt back. Also, be sure to backstitch at the beginning and end of your line of stitching so your backing doesn't fall apart as you're quilting!
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An experienced knitter reviews many popular yarns. Reviews include a discussion on knitting with the yarn, flatness of fabric, splitting of strands, blocking and washing a finished piece, wearability and the typical price to knit a sweater using the yarn. Honest reviews that are obviously not written by the manufacturer give anyone wishing to use these yarns a fair representation of their quality. Numerous products covered and author will conduct reviews on demand if supplied with yarn samples.
http://knittersreview.com/yarn.asp
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Crafty Tip
When using a pattern-dyed sock yarn and want to make two completely identical socks, you'll want to note where in the yarn's overall color repeats you began the first sock and start the second sock in the same place.
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Whimsical paper toys for children. Download and print projects that will entertain and inspire the entire family. Choose from paper toys, holiday cards, valentines, boxes, baskets and bags, origami and a variety of other projects with more being added monthly.
http://www.thetoymaker.com/2Toys.html
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Crafty Tip
When making paper toys, I recommend using card or cover stock. I like Wausau Heavyweight Exact® Index Card Stock, 8 1/2" x 11", 90 Lb.,White. You can buy a pack of 250 Sheets for less than ten dollars at Office Depot.
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Celtic jewelry online store. Irish Celtic wedding rings specialists, large selection of Irish Celtic jewelry, Irish Claddagh rings and Celtic cross jewelry.
http://www.claddaghstore.com
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Crafty Tip
Don't spray perfume or put any make-up on cultured pearls as it discolours them.
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The free guide on how to turn your craft into a profitable home business! Starting and being successful at your home business with crafts: the what/why/where/when and HOW! Have fun and make money!
http://www.craftbusinesshome.com/indexa
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Crafty Tip
Your existing customers can tell you so much about your target market. Find out more about them to be able to find more customers who will buy from you. For example, where do they shop, what do they read, what do they buy, why do they buy, how much do they spend, and so on. Use this information to build a profile of your target market, which will help you to market better to them and find more customers. Once you know more about your customers, find creative ways to sell more to them!
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