Dying leather is an art not a science. Variations in materials, conditions and artists touch will have a direct effect on the result. All items discussed in this guide are available in our ebay store....
Purchasing hand colored yarn seems simple at first, however consumers should look at their options carefully. It is easy to be drawn into the colorful virtual candy store of artist dyed yarns, and get carried...
Cheater Cloth is the name used to describe fabric printed to look like a traditionally pieced quilt top. Some people believe it is a lazy man's approach to quilting, while others view it as a folk art form. I...
General Identification Guide to Antique Quilts ~ Part 2 This guide continues from General Identification Guide to Antique Quilts ~ Part 1 . Keep in mind that book(s) have been written on each category and this...
Love the slipcovers you see in Specialty Stores? Want to create your own pair of jeans or a denim skirt? Denims, Twill and Cotton Duck fabrics are great for home dec projects or for clothing, bags and other...
Flatback rhinestones are what you will find on most embellished clothing and accessories. Rhinestones are made of glass. For more light reflection or sparkle lead is added to create lead crystal. The amount of...
Swarovski is recognized as the world's best rhinestones. Swarovski uses a 14 facet cut stone, where as other brands still have the eight cut style. A higher lead content gives a wonderful clarity to the...
There are many views on how to clean and maintain quilts and fabrics. The best rule of thumb: If you are unsure how to clean your quilt or fabric is to research and ask until you are completely comfortable...
I have been spinning for over 20 years and raising and selling wool and sheep for over 15 of those years. I would like to pass on some helpful information as guidelines when purchasing a raw fleece or raw...
Not all colored pencils are equal! Depending on budget, personal style, how heavy your hand is and what sort of art you create, you may have to experiment before you find your favorites. Scholastic or...