Crafts and Hobbies

Did you know that during the Civil War, more than 1,000 different types of bullets were used? This is one reason Civil War bullet collecting has become a popular hobby.
Another reason is that the time of the Civil War saw changes taking place in the development of firearms and ammunition. The old round musket balls [...]

Have you played one too many computer games or seen one too many old reruns? You just can’t get into the latest bestseller and you’re at loose ends? You just might be suffering from boredom. If so, you need to check out these hobby ideas. read more

Making soap can be a very worthwhile hobby. Not only is it a fun way to spend your time, unwind and tap into your creative side, it creates a very usable product you and your family can enjoy. Many people start soap making as a hobby and branch off into their own business.
Here’s how to [...]

Love tie-dye but hate the mess? Here’s a quick and easy way to create the same gorgeous retro effect without all the buckets and mess.
To get started you’ll need to grab a few things:

Package of colored Sharpie markers. These are sold at your local office supply store or in the office supply section of your [...]

Silk flowers are a wonderful way to add low maintenance beauty to your home. Silk stays bright and colorful for years and silk flower arrangements are ideal for those who were born without a green thumb. They’re also an excellent way to have the warmth and beauty of flowers without having to replace fresh flowers on a [...]

Duct tape certainly has its practical uses. People use it to adhere posters to the wall, connect the ends of wires or ropes and fix or patch just about any household crack or repair. Admired globally for its ability to hold just about anything together, duct tape has been used to make a variety of … um, shall we say unusual items. Here are just a few of the unique things people have made with duct tape. read more

Crafting is better when shared. At least that’s the sentiment behind numerous crafting communities available online. They provide a place to connect, collaborate, learn, and educate. Crafting communities enable like minded artists, designers, and crafters the ability to communicate and share their joy for their work. Here are three top online crafting communities:
Craftster.org is an online forum. It was created [...]

Ever catch a glimpse of a beautiful bracelet, earrings or necklace and compliment someone on it, only to find out they made it themselves? People can make amazingly gorgeous jewelry with just a bit of beads and wire. Guess what, you can too! Here’s how to get started.
It’s fairly easy, and common, to get into [...]