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How to Make a Round Paper Bead Supplies Needed: Paper: leftover magazines, scrapbook paper, junk mail, wallpaper, washi paper, copy paper, hand colored paper, etc.Scissors, rotary cutter, paper cutter or craft knifeRulerPen and pencilToothpicks or bamboo skewersGlue stick or tacky glueCraft paint or waterproof markersMod Podge, marine varnish or my favorite PC-Petrifier Water-Based Wood HardenerThin wirePlastic sheeting or large plastic garbage bagA floral foam block or sturdy piece of styrofoam...

How Miter Joints Are Made Miter joints are made by joining two pieces of wood with the ends cut at an angle. When a workpiece is square or rectangular, the two mating pieces are cut at 45 degrees on the ends, so that when butted together they form a perfect 90-degree angle. However, with an irregular shaped workpiece that has a non-rectangular shape, the miters can be cut at different angles....

The photo shows O, HO, and N scale locomotives next to a cultural icon whose size should be familiar to most people. There are a number of factors that will influence your scale selection; among them are your eyesight, your access to club layouts in your area, your budget, and your available space. If temporary layouts are what you have in mind you’ll probably want to start out with a train set, and buy additional track and accessories as the mood takes you....

Why Is Canvas Used in Needlepoint? Needlepoint is set apart from all other types of embroidery by the material used to make it. Historically, needlepoint was used for upholstery including furniture and chair covers, pillows, draperies, and rugs. The even-weave canvas was found to be durable enough to withstand the wear and tear of constant usage, and thus became the material-of-choice for working these types of needlepoint projects. Over the centuries, as needlepoint developed from being the way to embroider practical home decor items to that of fine art, needlepoint canvas has changed as well to include non-traditional or novelty even-weave materials....

The size of the needle you select depends on the fiber count of the fabric you are stitching on, and the thickness of the thread you are using. When choosing a needle size, it helps to know that the larger the number, the smaller the needle. Your needle should glide through the fabric without needing a tug to get it through, because this causes friction on the thread, breaking it down and causing fuzzies....

Sponsorship Sponsorship is a form of survival for most athletes, especially those who compete in non-paying events such as the Olympic Games. Sponsorship can cover the cost of living and training for amateur athletes in several different forms including private, corporate, and team ownership. Amateurism in the modern Olympic Games Until the 1970s, Olympic athletes could not accept endorsements or prizes, and professionals were not allowed to compete in the Games....

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Every now and then I keep getting messages from friends that they have lost their mobiles phone and with that has gone their phonebook! Asked them if they have kept a backup -and the answer is mostly like to be a negative. Mobile phones are stolen because they are high-value items. Similarly, a successful blog is also a very high value commodity and a blog too can be stolen away from you....

Handprint Campfire from Glued to My Crafts Handprint Chick from A Little Pinch of Perfect Handprint Raven Craft from I Heart Crafty Things Handprint Turkey Kids Card from Make and Takes Handprint Flamingos from AHC Arts and Crafts Handprint Cheetah from Fun Handprint Art Handprint Elephant from Red Ted Art Handprint Peacock Salt Dough Craft from Easy Peasy and Fun Curious George Handprint Monkey from Skip to my Lou Paper Plate Apple Handprint Craft from Fun Handprint Art Handprint Crabs Preschool Craft from Things to Share and Remember Handprint Paper Plate Duck from East Coast Mommy Chick and Bunny Handprint Craft from Kids Activities Handprint Sun-Catcher Craft from And Next Comes L

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How to Learn Magic If you’re new to learning magic, the first thing you should do is check your public library for books on magic. Books are one of the best ways to learn new and easy tricks. Most often, magic books have tricks that you can learn how to do using everyday items found around the home or office. ​There are many magic books for beginners to consider, such as Magic for Dummies and The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Magic Tricks....

According to the USDA, people consuming 2,000 calories a day should eat no more than about 10 teaspoons of added sugar. But USDA surveys show that the average American is consuming about 20 teaspoons of sugar per day. Soft drinks, which contain about nine teaspoons of sugar per 12-ounce can, are a leading contributor to increased sugar consumption. Since 1942, when the American Medical Association (AMA) expressed concern about sweetened carbonated beverages, candy, and other foods rich in sugar but poor in nutrients, soft-drink consumption has increased about seven-fold (excluding diet soda), and overall sugar consumption has increased by one-third....

Daniel Swarovski, (aka David Swartz), was the son of a glass cutter in Bohemia, Austria so it is no surprise that he became very skilled at glass making and glass-cutting. Swarovski uses quartz, sand, and minerals—the exact proportions of these raw materials has remained a company secret—to create their super sparkly glass. In 1892, he invented and patented the brand-new glass-cutting machine that used hydro-electricity to be used in cutting the crystal glass....