Stippling is an impressive technique. The intricate arrangement of dots into an image makes it unique from an ordinary line drawing. Executing remarkable stippled works of art, however, takes more than just accuracy and articulation. In addition to having the required skills, you need the right pen for the job. A good stippling pen is…
Gone are the days when ugly stains and foul odor from spilled drinks soaked into upholstery would leave someone feeling defeated. When you would throw in the towel on ever having a pristine sofa thanks to your kids and sloppy four-pawed friends. We now have fabric protectors that, when applied to your fabric items, safeguard…
The weekend craft show is perhaps the most popular place where small businesses and local artists can showcase their products, services, and skills and meet new customers. The excitement that comes from being in the actual marketplace makes it all worthwhile. Whether you’re a traveling vendor or someone exhibiting for the first time, finding the…
Quilting is a common craft hobby across the country. For centuries, women and men have made quilts by hand. Although they were originally made by hand sewing, we now have sewing machines that make quilting significantly easier. While quilting may seem like a difficult task, it can be straightforward once you get the hang of…
Everyone shares a love of coloring from a young age. We all start with crayons and markers, then make our way to colored pencils as we get older and have more control over the pressure we use. Coloring is a relaxing and fun activity that has become more common for adults these days as well…
Choosing batting is one of the most challenging tasks for new quilters. Not only are there a myriad of options, but there also several other considerations like loft and fiber. In addition, there is the batting size to think about, and this is where things get very confusing. There is no fixed batting size, and…
Getting fabric from the thrift store is all fun and games until you see a questionable, crusty stain that seems very disconcerting. If you’re wondering whether it’s a semen stain and how you can quickly and effectively get rid of it, you’ve come to the right place. So, how do you tell if a stain…
As an adult, you may think that the days of having your heart set on a plastic tiara and dressing up in frilly lace are long gone, but that doesn’t have to be the case. There’s a new custom-made trend sweeping the country, and it’s all about bedazzling anything and everything in rhinestone-studded fashions! It’s…
Adult coloring books have become more popular in recent years, as they can help people relieve stress and improve their mental health. If you want to make a more personalized coloring book, why not convert your photographs into an adult coloring book? Or, if you have children, taking family photos and turning them into a…
If you love experimenting with textiles, then you’d be glad to know that tea is a highly effective colorant for natural fabrics. Dyeing fabric with tea is a cheap and easy way to change the look of a natural fabric. If you’ve got clothing stained with tea, this method can also hide those stains and…