http://www.articlemotron.com/Category/Crafts/52 Crafts articles from ArticleMotron Article Directory Rss Follow Up Sat, 04 Jul 2009 17:11:44 -0400 An overview of coated and stain resistant french table linens and tablecloths. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Coated-and-Stain-Resistant-French-Table-Linens/310553 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Coated-and-Stain-Resistant-French-Table-Linens/310553 Brother is a name well known for making products that will make your household better. This company also makes commercial products. Brothers have a plant that is in the heart of the technological country of Japan. You can be sure that you are getting what you pay for with these products. When you buy an embroidery machine from the rich collection, you may be confused when you about the machines because each one is as different and unique as the next one. To make shopping easier, you will need to find out what it is that you want the machine to do and then that will give you an idea of what machine to start looking at. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/The-Brother-Types-Of-Embroidery-Sewing-Machine/308106 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/The-Brother-Types-Of-Embroidery-Sewing-Machine/308106 Brother is a name well known for making products that will make your household better. This company also makes commercial products. Brothers have a plant that is in the heart of the technological country of Japan. You can be sure that you are getting what you pay for with these products. When you buy an embroidery machine from the rich collection, you may be confused when you about the machines because each one is as different and unique as the next one. To make shopping easier, you will need to find out what it is that you want the machine to do and then that will give you an idea of what machine to start looking at. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Brother-Types-Of-Embroidery-Sewing-Machine/308104 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Brother-Types-Of-Embroidery-Sewing-Machine/308104 Learn about seven crucial tips that will assist you with the following steps of your draftsmanship career: http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Discover-How-To-Sketch-Part-5-----Seven-Drawing-Techniques-To-Learn-Drawing-Quicker/307764 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Discover-How-To-Sketch-Part-5-----Seven-Drawing-Techniques-To-Learn-Drawing-Quicker/307764 The origin of the Militare Ordine di Collare di SantAgata dei Paternò can be traced back to 23rd January 1289. The entity was set up by King Alfonso III of Aragon. It was a knightly association meant for defending Minorca. As the knights were required to stay in the Fortress of Saint Agatha they got linked with the legend of the Saint with time. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/The-history-of-the-Order-of-the-Collar-of-Saint-Agatha--/305395 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/The-history-of-the-Order-of-the-Collar-of-Saint-Agatha--/305395 Dance holidays are not age specific. Young people and seniors are taking up the activity. Malta is one holiday spot that is benefitting from these dance shows. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Strictly-Comes-Dancing-Boost-For-Malta/303924 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Strictly-Comes-Dancing-Boost-For-Malta/303924 The porcelain market looked insatiable. Meanwhile, in Vienna, Venice and other European cities, attempts were being made to create what was to become European porcelain. The Lladró brothers creating their own formula for porcelain paste and refining their manufacturing techniques on all fronts: pigments, molds, varnishes, and firing times, resulting in pieces that not only incorporate great beauty, but emphasize quality of the highest kind. Lladró creations are born in this inspiring atmosphere existing in Porcelain City, Spain. Enthusiasm for the items produced by the Lladró brothers saw their small workshop expand several times until eventually they moved to Tavernes Blanques in 1958. Lladró figurines are made out of an original blend of hard-paste porcelain, which gives the products their unique porcelain characteristics. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Lladro-Figurines/303603 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Lladro-Figurines/303603 Of all the jewellery tools available, pliers are possible the most frequently used. There is now an almost bewildering range of pliers available to the jeweller, all with their own character, and use. This article reviews the most popular types of jewellery making pliers. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Guide-to-Pliers---the-Essential-Jewellery-Making-Tool/302470 Wed, 27 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Guide-to-Pliers---the-Essential-Jewellery-Making-Tool/302470 I try to write articles regarding painting and techniques. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/What-Does-It-Mean-/301351 Sun, 24 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/What-Does-It-Mean-/301351 Anyone who loves dolls can become a doll collector. This hobby can begin at any age. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/How-to-Become-a-Doll-Collector/300297 Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/How-to-Become-a-Doll-Collector/300297 What may seem like a simple piece of decorated fabric is, in reality, a summary of a fertile culture that has a million stories to tell, all born from its rich and colorful history. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/The-Rich-Portuguese-Culture-Represented-In-Traditional-Handmade-Portuguese-Embroidery/300005 Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/The-Rich-Portuguese-Culture-Represented-In-Traditional-Handmade-Portuguese-Embroidery/300005 Poster collecting has emerged as one of the most popular hobbies in the world. The funny thing about poster collectors is that they can be anyone: everyone from homemakers to businessmen, farmers, and children can take on this hobby. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Funny-Thing-About-Poster-Collectors/299515 Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Funny-Thing-About-Poster-Collectors/299515 Using computerized embroidery machine makes embroidery much easier and faster. Here are the five steps involved. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Creating-Embroidery-Through-Computerized-Embroidery-Machine/299480 Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Creating-Embroidery-Through-Computerized-Embroidery-Machine/299480 Arts and crafts include a whole host of activities and hobbies that are related to making things with one's own hands and skill. These can be sub-divided into handicrafts or "traditional crafts" (doing things the old way) and the rest. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Arts-and-Crafts-Information---Sheldon-Kalnitsky/298402 Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Arts-and-Crafts-Information---Sheldon-Kalnitsky/298402 The city of Leeds has a long and proud sporting history and non more so than the cities top football club Leeds United. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/The-Pride-of-Leeds---Leeds-United/296166 Mon, 04 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/The-Pride-of-Leeds---Leeds-United/296166 The art of <a href="http://www.zishateapot.co.uk" target="_blank">Chinese</a> tea is not just about drinking the brew but also the usage of proper utensils. Different <a href="http://www.zishateapot.co.uk" target="_blank">teapots</a> draw out the various teas' uniqueness and flavor. Artistic teaware comes in different shapes and designs that can only add to your pleasure. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/RICH-TRADITION-OF-TEA-and-ZISHA-GIVES-LIFE-TO-FRESH-GENRE-part-I/293237 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/RICH-TRADITION-OF-TEA-and-ZISHA-GIVES-LIFE-TO-FRESH-GENRE-part-I/293237 Learning how to silver solder is an essential skill in making good quality jewellery. The application of silver soldering is one that should be approached with a little caution at first, as you are using high temperature blowtorches to melt the solder onto the metal. It can be very easy to make mistakes, so a simple guide to the basics should help you to minimise the mistakes and prevent you from wasting too many resources. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Top-Jewellery-Making-Tips-for-Silver-Soldering/293152 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Top-Jewellery-Making-Tips-for-Silver-Soldering/293152 The inclusion of gemstones in jewellery making has been part of the craft for thousands of years. Precious gemstones are of course the most highly prized, but the myriad of semi precious gemstones means that even those new to the craft can add a bit of colour to their work for a reasonable price. The choice is vast and which gemstones you choose to include in your work is down to the individual and how adventurous you&#8217;re feeling! http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Jewellery-Making-Supplies---Gemstones-Explained/293146 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Jewellery-Making-Supplies---Gemstones-Explained/293146 No jewellery workbox is complete without a selection of silver findings. Essential to any form of jewellery making, silver findings are cheap, plentiful and have a huge range of applications in every aspect of the craft. Used in everything from earrings to broaches, bracelets, necklaces and rings, silver findings are a cheap alternative to gold, allowing everyone to explore the fascinating world of creating their own jewellery. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Jewellery-Making-Applications-of-Silver-Findings/293145 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Jewellery-Making-Applications-of-Silver-Findings/293145 Even adept artists occasionally have a hard time when crafting realistic third-dimensional drawings. But they are familiar with a few basic methods that aid them to craft naturalistic drawings. Learn about these principles in this article. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/3-Rules-For-Drawing-Masterful-Three-Dimensional-Sketches/293127 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/3-Rules-For-Drawing-Masterful-Three-Dimensional-Sketches/293127 If Gold is the sun, then Silver is the moon. Mystical, cool, sacred. Since ancient times, Silver has been closely associated with lunar influences. Indeed, for some civilizations, Silver had more value than Gold and even possessed religious Significance. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Silver---The-Magical-Metal/293106 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Silver---The-Magical-Metal/293106 The two areas of a house that many house owners overlook are the bathroom and kitchen. People spend money on decorating the other places of the house. However one needs to keep in mind that kitchen is place where a lot of time is spent. Hence it is imperative to spend particular attention to the design and set up of the kitchen. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/How-to-jazz-up-the-look-of-ones-kitchen-using-the-right-type-of-tiles/291768 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/How-to-jazz-up-the-look-of-ones-kitchen-using-the-right-type-of-tiles/291768 Learn why creating your own calendars is better as a gift for loved ones than store bought, and all the advantages. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Why-custom-calendars-are-better-than-store-bought/291136 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Why-custom-calendars-are-better-than-store-bought/291136 The dictionary defines the word antiques as a piece of art, or wood art or a decorative object that is made over 10 decades a go. There are people who have this hobby of collecting antiques. Antique collection could prove one of the most expensive hobbies eve, even more that of maintaining exuberant golf courses for gold players. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Antique-collection-of-Old-Guns-and-Photographies/289892 Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Antique-collection-of-Old-Guns-and-Photographies/289892 Its a blessing to be a woman. Its just that one should know how to celebrate womanhood. A woman could be known best with her shopping list. A man is supposed to earn and a women is suppose to burn it this statement would be best liked by their male counterparts. There are numerous serves that talk of women spending a zillion times more as compared to that of men. Well, the simple reason is that the boys toys are so expensive that almost every one cant afford only a particular sect of the society could afford it. Were as for women, a huge variety of shopping alternatives are available that are not inexpensive but its correct to say that they are relatively inexpensive. http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Appealing-women-collectables-for-making-a-statement/289887 Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlemotron.com/Article/Appealing-women-collectables-for-making-a-statement/289887