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Hobbies & Games > Kids Crafts How to make a pine cone bird feeder: 1 of 17
Making pine cone bird feeders with the kids is both fun and easy. Not only that, but it is educational as well, as it will give the kids a chance to observe and learn a bit about different sorts of birds. There are a few different methods to do this. Explained here are a few different ways to go about making pine cone bird fe... More..
Hobbies & Games > Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts Creative uses for aluminum foil: 1 of 9
Aluminum foil is perhaps one of the most useful common household products there is. There are many common as well as uncommon uses for aluminum foil. The endless possibilities of this product prove it to be truly versatile. Perhaps you may not realize just how much you can do with this shiny substance. After reading about the... More..
Style & Beauty > Clothing Tips & Advice How to wear a mini skirt: 1 of 9
Mini skirts can be fun, fashionable and flirty but if you wear them the wrong way you might give people the wrong impression about you. Wearing a mini skirt with grace and style requires some consideration. This article will explain how to wear a short skirt with class.First of all, you need to consider you body shape. In ord... More..
Style & Beauty > Makeup Eye shadow: Application tips: 1 of 8
Applying your eyeshadow can be tricky if you don't understand the basics. If applied correctly you will have defined your eyes in a way that makes them look beautiful and just pop. However, poor application or use of the wrong shades could cause you to look quite clownish instead. This is why it is important that you know the... More..
Hobbies & Games > Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts Craft idea: Homemade greeting cards: 2 of 15
The tradition of exchanging greeting cards dates all the way back to the ancient Chinese who exchanged good will messages for the new year as well as the ancient Egyptians who exchanged greetings on papyrus scrolls.As early as the 1400's, handmade greeting cards were being exchanged in Europe. In 1400, New Year greetings were... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to make a small kitchen look larger: 2 of 14
A small kitchen can be problematic as well as feel closed in. Don't be discouraged though. There are several things that you can do with a small kitchen that will both make it appear larger as well as optimize the space you have to make for a more efficient work space. With a few space saving tricks and design techniques, you... More..
Hobbies & Games > Home Decor Crafts How to make your paperweights: 1 of 5
Paperweights can be as pretty as they are functional. Essentially, a paperweight is any object that is heavy enough to hold down paper. There is a wide variety of techniques and materials from which paperweights can be made. Here I will explain how to make a paperweight using resin. This is a fun and easy way to make beautifu... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet Tips 10 Reasons not to diet: 3 of 11
People are attracted to fad diets like bees to honey. No matter how off the wall or insane the diet may be, as long as it promises significant amounts of fast weight loss, people will buy into it. This is not surprising. It is human nature to want a quick fix to our problems. However, in the case of weight loss, the quick fix... More..
Hobbies & Games > Home Decor Crafts How to make a stained glass mirror: 2 of 7
Stained glass mirrors are beautiful and can add much class and charm to your home decor. However, creating a real stained glass mirror can be a bit costly and a little difficult. Do not let that discourage you though, you can create the look of a stained glass mirror with ease and on a low budget. Just follow these simple ins... More..
Style & Beauty > Vintage & Bargain Clothing Best dressed for less: Making the most of thrift shopping: 3 of 10
As we flounder in the midst of recession it becomes necessary to save money in every way possible. With the use of thrift stores, our wardrobes is one area where we can save a bundle. Shopping in a thrift store can be challenging, but with a little patience and some skill, you can find some fabulous treasures that will leave ... More..