http://www.scrapbookingandcrafts.com/blog Crafts Information - Scrapbooking, Beading, Jewelry Making, Stained Glass, Needlework, Pottery, Woodworking & more ... Sun, 17 Aug 2008 01:20:11 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Stained glass supplies are easy to find for the novice. Local craft and hobby stores have aisles dedicated to this unique art. However, if one is a serious artist, then they may have difficultly finding the right supplies they need in order to create their masterpieces. One of the best ... http://www.scrapbookingandcrafts.com/blog/glass/48-shopping-for-stained-glass-supplies-online Those who are looking for stained glass patterns now have the ability to find either unique patterns, or those made famous by of their favorite glass artists. By using the internet, a person can acquire free Tiffany patterns. Many websites offer templates if one is willing to look, however, finding ... http://www.scrapbookingandcrafts.com/blog/glass/47-finding-stained-glass-patterns-online Stained glass windows are what some consider to be windows that look upon the face of God. From gothic times to modern times, these beautiful windows have been used in many different cathedrals, to not only provide beauty, but also to help communicate the biblical scriptures that many may not ... http://www.scrapbookingandcrafts.com/blog/glass/46-drawing-inspiration-from-famous-stained-glass-windows There is a segment of the population that thinks that it is very difficult to learn how to make jewelry. But, the fact is, all you really need is a touch of creativity, supplies, tools and some motivation. Armed with these components, some simple jewelry making techniques are not at ... http://www.scrapbookingandcrafts.com/blog/jewelry-making/45-profitable-craft-ideas-learn-how-to-make-jewelry Jewelry making is a very diverse and interesting hobby. There is an amazing array of materials that you can use to make jewelry and many people who take up the hobby choose to focus on one primary type of jewelry made of certain materials. Hemp is a simple and inexpensive ... http://www.scrapbookingandcrafts.com/blog/jewelry-making/44-learning-how-to-make-hemp-jewelry It is interesting that many of the artifacts of ancient civilizations are items of jewelry, pointing to the fact that mankind has always had a proclivity toward beautifying and embellishing their bodies. Jewelry making supplies provide a modern spin to this same deep-seated desire to create things of beauty. Many ... http://www.scrapbookingandcrafts.com/blog/jewelry-making/43-jewelry-making-supplies-for-crafts-enthusiasts When choosing a fabric, there are many different types of knits to choose from. Most any fabric that is stretchy is considered a knit fabric. But there are specific types of knit fabrics that are used to make certain types of items. The best way to control the knit size ... http://www.scrapbookingandcrafts.com/blog/knitting/42-the-world-of-knits With the rediscovery of knitting as a pastime in recent years, and with the need of consumers for clothing made of knitted fabrics, knitting factories have become a necessity. In a knitting factory, knitted items are mass produced like nowhere else. Knitting has become so popular in fact, that there ... http://www.scrapbookingandcrafts.com/blog/knitting/41-the-knitting-factory-a-brief-history You can learn how to knit in just one day. All you need a little concentration, two knitting needles and a length of cotton wool yarn. The cotton wool yarn could be substituted with any other type thread you like; however, keep in mind that this type of yarn is ... http://www.scrapbookingandcrafts.com/blog/knitting/40-learn-how-to-knit The use of knitting patterns for beginners could make the learning much easier and more fun. Remember to collect all the necessary items before you commence with your practice session so you won't have to stop and run to your nearest yarn shop for supplies. The most important thing in ... http://www.scrapbookingandcrafts.com/blog/knitting/39-knitting-patterns-tips-for-beginners