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Sewing Needles

By on Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012 | No Comments

A long thin tool with a pointed tip which is used for sewing purpose is known as a sewing needle.  In ancient times, needles were made out of bones or wood, but in today’s world a sewing needle is manufactured from carbon steel. Ideally, a needle that is used for sewing has a pointed tip and contains a hole on the other side. This hole is known as “eye” and is used to carry the thread. The pointed end pierces the material that is to be stitched and the blunt end pulls the thread out of the fabric. Strange, but the fact is that the strawberry is used to keep these needles sharp and smooth.

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Types of Scarf Knitting Patterns

By on Tuesday, February 14th, 2012 | No Comments

The art by which thread or yarn is turned into a cloth or a fine material is known as Knitting. Knitting is performed by creating consecutive rows of loops wherein a loop is pulled through an existing loop. Creating loops by passing thread from an existing loop leads to a knitted fabric. Knitting can be used to make lot of designer things like scarves, sweaters and other clothes. Beautiful scarves can be knitted using homespun yarn which can be used in winters to protect from the chilly weather, but in a classy way.

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Diecuts with a View Luxury 12 Inch by 12 Inch Paper Stack

By on Monday, February 6th, 2012 | No Comments

Add a touch of elegance to your project with luxury papers. Each stack is full of 12 by 12-inch metallic prints on pearlized papers perfect for wedding, dance or other formal events. Includes 42 sheets per pad. Acid and lignin free.

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  • Kirstie’s Homemade Home

    For your ideal guide to making your own crafts at home this is the perfect choice.

    I love this book and regularly read it for extra inspiration, it is packed full of worthwhile arts and crafts for you to do either for your own leisure or as a business opportunity. As many of my readers are aware Kirstie is a busy working mum and she still likes to spend time putting together beautiful crafts with her children. Not to mention the savings you can make by making presents for friends and families.

    Think for a moment how much money you spend on birthday and christmas presents and how something unique and personal would be much better!!

    You can find out more about Kirstie's Homemade Home by either clicking here or clicking on the picture.