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Beads are a big wide world that is interesting and super exciting to explore. But there’s so much to learn that you can easily get lost in it, especially if you’re new to beading. Given the sheer number of materials, textures, shapes, and stunning colors and patterns beads come in, it might take you your…
Wet felting is an incredibly rewarding hobby, where you create felt out of processed wool fibers using water, soap, and the friction of your hands. During this process, the wool fibers will expand, blend together, and take the shapes that you mold with your hands. Depending on your skill levels, you can create a versatile…
So you’ve finished your acrylic masterpiece. Now what? There are a few steps of preparation and finishing one needs to take when doing acrylic painting on canvas. These all have their different purposes, but if you want your acrylic painting to have a specific finish, and to be long-lasting, you need to seal it with…
A bracelet is a timeless piece of accessory loved by men and women of all ages. It comes in a variety of styles to suit whatever taste, season, theme, or occasion. While a bracelet is supposed to complete your ensemble and enhance your confidence, it could have the opposite effect when the fit isn’t just…
Diamond painting is the latest addiction in town. If you are reading this, you are probably already hooked to it or hoping to get a kit and start this new found hobby soon. For those still trailing, we’ll let you in on the scoop about what diamond painting is? Diamond painting is a fairly new…
Polyurethane is one of the most durable and protective wood finishes available in the market. It is sold in both water-based and oil-based formulas. There are subtle differences between the two when it comes to their application. Standard polyurethane can be generally applied with either a brush or a rag. While applying polyurethane stain,…
A chisel is one of the handiest and important tools to keep when woodworking. They can cut mortises, shave through rough surfaces, scrape off excess glue, and chop out corners. It is an indispensable item in your toolset, and you will definitely make the most out of this simple tool. Nothing beats a razor-sharp chisel,…
There’s no defined ideal time to decorate when it comes to stencil. Whether it’s the festive season or you just trying to spruce up stuff around the home on an ordinary day, stencil crafting can be all the time. It is a super fun and versatile way of giving surfaces some charm. It could be…
An unvarnished acrylic painting may lack the aesthetic flair of professionally done pieces. Varnishing your artworks gives it a beautiful homogeneous finish, not to mention the much needed protective seal. But using the wrong brush for the application could ruin the appearance of what you are trying so hard to improve. A bad brush will…
Dream catchers are increasingly becoming popular now more than ever. Maybe it’s because the modern designs are made irresistibly cute. Or perhaps, it is the legendary story behind them making a comeback. What is a dream catcher? A dream catcher is a traditional object from the Anishinaabe (also called Ojibwe or Chippewa) tribe of North…