Build a Model Train Table From Scratch

The hobbyist can always build from scratch a model train table suitable to one's specification and preference with the available space at hand or in one's own garage or spare room.

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For instance, there are scale model train sets and kits made available in the market which include portable layouts. These are really great for kids and for beginners. The layouts come with a foam base covered with grass mat, building structures, details and add-ons which could easily be set up right in your own living room. For the real hobbyist, this is a taboo.

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The Hobbyist or the railroader dares to meet the challenge of building one's own model train table and one doesn't even have to have a table. In the long run one would want to build up a permanent layout and it is available in the market as the Fast Build, No Saw Train table. It would simply require a few tools and a bit of carpentry skills.

Here's the handyman's method of construction; first, mount the folding table legs, as provided for, to the sheet of plywood along with the tee nuts and machine screws. A leg set is mounted 18" in from the ends of the board and centered from the edges. Secondly, glue to attach the 1"x 3" stringers and the 3" wood screws 12" from the table ends and set back 10" from each edge on either side of the legs. Thirdly, set the foam on a flat space and apply adhesive to the surface. Align the upside down table with the edges of the foam pressing down gluing both surfaces. Apply weight and allow the glue to set up for 24 hours. Turn over the completed table and lock the legs down. There you are ready to set up your railroad on you own model train table.

Roughly, it will cost the hobbyist a 0 after getting the needed lumber and cuts required to build a model train table. However, the materials needed are usually found just around the house-hold, repair shed or garage.

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Corner Bookcase - Finding the Perfect One

Corner bookcases offer a great deal of versatility when it comes to fitting into smaller spaces or making use of corners that would otherwise be wasted. Corner style bookcases come in a number of different styles and sizes so that you can find something that not only makes the most of the available space in the room of your choice but also offers you versatility when it comes to not only the storage of books and keepsakes but also to display them. These bookcases are usually going to be freestanding units though there are occasions where people have them built in as part of a larger unit. However, freestanding bookcases are going to offer a great deal more versatility than can be offered from built in cases.

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The standard corner bookcase is going to sit between twelve and twenty four inches when it comes to shelf depth. This allows you to store a wide variety of items and make use of an extraordinary amount of space that would otherwise be unusable.

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Bookshelves can be made out of traditional materials such as hardwoods and in some cases softer woods as well as being made out of cheaper materials such as fiberboard and veneers. No matter what material is used when it comes to the actual construction of your corner bookcase you should do what you can to ensure that it is well taken care of and kept looking its best. Using abrasive or harsh chemicals can actually be damaging to the surface of the bookcase.

When looking to purchase a corner bookcase you may want to consider picking one with adjustable shelving. This makes it easier to accommodate the various sizes of books as well as other items, which may find their way onto corner style bookcases. Having a five shelf bookcase is one of the standards when it comes to these types of pieces and can provide you with an incredible amount of space when it comes to providing a place to store CD's, DVD's, paperbacks, hardbacks and the various odd sizes that children's books can come in.

Corner style bookcases also make great additions to children's rooms as a way of storing toys and other knick knacks. The adjustable shelves allow you to make whatever sizes you need and there are a number of bookcase sizes such as two, three, four and five shelf units. This means you can get something that not only fits that amount of space you have but also fits in with your children. For younger children a corner bookcase with two shelves is the perfect height. Three, four and five shelves can be used respectively for older children or as a way to keep precious items and decorative pieces away from small and curious hands.

Bookcases are a great way to make use of space that would otherwise be wasted. You can easily store a wide variety of items on them and they come in a number of sizes to allow for any need. They also come in a number of styles to match with any décor.

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• Modern A-frame 3-tier shelving unit holds books, collectibles, and more
• Crafted of solid beechwood with bold black finish
• Long plank shelves intersect two leaning ladder supports
• Assembly required
• Measures approximately 30 inches wide by 15 inches deep by 38-1/4 inches high

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A charming furniture. New design and contemporary color enhance this A frame shelf.Solid wood construction.

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A modern display for books, collectibles, or an indoor garden, Winsome Wood's A-Frame shelf steps up and out of the old right-angle standard. Featuring two ladders leaning in toward each other, the unit supports three tiers of long plank platforms. The open back and sides provide an airy, minimalist feel, and the sleek black color adds a chic and bold finish. The shelving unit measures approximately 30 inches wide by 15 inches deep by 38-1/4 inches high. --Kara Karll

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Memory Foam Mattress Foundation Bed Frame Makes a Brilliantly Simple Bed

The new memory foam mattress foundation bed frame is a brilliantly simple innovation that makes moving and setting up your bed a delight. With an all steel construction, capable of supporting 2,000 pounds, the foundation bed frame can handle any size mattress and body size. But its super light weight (under 45 pounds for the queen size), quick folding design, and no-tools-required assembly means you can do the entire set up in less than 10 minutes.

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The foundation bed frame combines the concept of a foundation and bed frame into one product. It forms a sturdy base for any mattress meant to go on a firm flat surface. There are 4 legs on either end of the frame and 4 in the middle, twelve in all, that assures solid, even support for your entire mattress - no bowing in the middle - ever! The surface is made of a heavy gauge wire in a 4" x 8" grid pattern and stands the standard 15 inches off the ground - like most other bed frame / box spring or foundation sets. The unit conveniently ships to your home via FedEx, and has a blazing fast set up with no tools required.

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Most of us are familiar with the old style of setting up a bed. First you put up frame which requires finding the right sized wrench and screw driver, and keeping track of the nuts, bolts, and screws. Then you put the box spring or foundation into the frame and finally place the bed in place. It's not very difficult, but the process has just been made even simpler. With the new foundation bed frame, all you need to do is unfold the legs and tighten a few wing nuts with your fingers. Then flop on the mattress, and you're done.

The foundation bed frame will fit inside a traditional wood bed frame, or can be purchased with optional head and foot board attachments. But it also looks great as a freestanding unit when covered with a bed skirt. Traditional bed skirts and bed ruffles fit over the foundation bed frame just like any other box spring or foundation.

Because it's so easy to set up and lightweight, moving is a snap, but perhaps the best feature is the added storage space and accessibility for cleaning. There is a full 13" of storage space under the entire bed, 5-6" more than traditional bed frames. That makes is easy to reach with your vacuum and allows 13" containers to slide under the frame for storage. A queen size bed will fit 4 storage containers measuring 13" high x 26" wide x 28" deep.

The memory foam mattress foundation bed frame is delightful for its ease of use and admirably sleek design. The idea is so obvious and simple. It's amazing they didn't think of it sooner.

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• Color: Natural
• Size: 42" H x 26" W x 12.3" D
• Folds flat for convenient transfer.
• Perfect for keeping your books organized and accessible.
• Natural wood finish is great for incorporating with any decor.

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Keep all your books organized when you keep them on the Mission 4-tier Folding Shelf. This amazing shelf is easily transferred to your preferred location just by folding in the side sections. Use it to display family photos, flower arrangements, or store all your DVD's and CDs. Perfect for any home decor because of the natural wood finish. Weighs approximately 32 pounds. Assembly level/degree of difficulty: Easy.

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Alternatives to Folding Beds

While it would be inaccurate to say that 100% of people who have slept in folding beds have experienced temporary or not so temporary back problems as a result, it most likely wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that the majority of people who have slept in one have experienced pain or discomfort. Guest beds and folding beds have unfortunately been lumped together, with the result that some people think that portable folding beds are fine for people to sleep in. The truth is, most such beds are designed to be cheap and lightweight so that they can take up less storage space when not in use. There is nothing in most designs that is intended to make for a good night's sleep, however. My advice to those looking for folding beds for sale is to consider one of the alternatives, any one of which will be far superior in most regards.

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To start out with, you might already have the solution for extra sleeping space in your home. A sofa, especially one of the modern sofas with broad seat cushions, can be used for sleeping on as is. Indeed, someone finally realized that nobody wants to sleep in pull-out sleeper sofa and instead made the regular seats more suitable for sleeping on. Those who are buying new furniture can consider one of these sleeper sofas in place of a guest bed. A futon couch that doubles as a bed can work just as well, if not better, provided the frame is of good quality and offers adequate support. Usually wooden frames are good, while cheap metal frames are to be avoided.

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Don't overlook the floor as a sleeping space, as there are simple ways to make a night on the floor a very comfortable affair. First, place a sheet of some kind over the floor. Then, provide a sleeping pad of choice- a simple futon mattress can work, and thin mattresses are easily rolled up for storage, taking up less space than a folding bed. A camping pad can really work great, especially inflatable ones where the air volume, and thus support, can be adjusted. These thin air mattresses are all that's necessary for a perfect level of support, and the air also insulates against cold floors in a way that thin foam pads and mattresses cannot.

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Picking the Right Rocking Chair Plans for You

The rocking chair is one of the most beloved pieces of furniture ever invented. It is also one of the most popular. Who doesn't have a memory of some kind that involves their Grandparents rocker chair? I know as a child I would run to the rocker and rock as fast as I could. Now as an adult I wander over to the rocker and rock nice and peaceful like.

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If you are a woodworker than I know that if you haven't already made one that you do eventually want to. Sometimes it takes a while to acquire all the skills that you need to make one. There are simple rocking chair plans and then there are really difficult ones. But one thing is clear, making your own chair will be one of your proudest woodworking projects. And by making your own you can save a ton of money.

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There are so many different types and styles of chairs I thought I would share some with you. To name just a few of the styles that you can make here are the following:

Bentwood Rocker
Boston Rocking Chair
Maternity Rocker
Authentic Mission Rocker
Sam Maloof Rocking Chair
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Adirondack Rocker

Each style is unique and has its advantages and disadvantages. One of the disadvantages is the skill needed and the type of wood, which can be expensive.

If you are an experienced woodworker than you can make just about any of these chairs. But some of them are easier to make than others and it may be a good idea to start with an easier one and work you way up. Some of these are extremely difficult and take a lot of knowledge of the wood that you will be using. I know some of you will make one of all of these over the course of your lifetime so I will state here that the quality of the plan is essential to your success. You will need a thorough plan for the more adventuress chairs. So get the best plans that you can find.

To be of any worth to you your plan should tell you what type of wood to use. How much of it will you need and should you get extra due to some extremely difficult technique? The time it will take to complete the project is always nice to know. Ideally you would like blueprints and also pictures of the project at different steps so you can compare what you have to what you should have. Finally, it's always nice if you can get video so you can see completely around from different angles.

The versatility of the rocking chair is one of the things that gives it so much appeal. You have chairs for outside use and some for inside use. An example of an outside chair is the Brentwood Rocker, very popular. As is the Adirondack Rocker. Adirondack chairs that aren't rockers are very popular.

There more varieties for the indoor chairs then the outdoor version. It's hard to say which is the most popular but the one with the highest sentimental value would have to be the Maternal Rocker. If you build this you will have something that you can pass down through your family for generations. You need to get the highest quality plans and use the highest quality wood to ensure that it will last and last.

Of all the rocking chairs my personal favorite is the one that ends up on the porch. I have so many great memories of sitting out on a summer day over Grandma's house and eating watermelon and just rocking away the day. Now I still sit out on the porch, but my rocking is nice and slow and peaceful. How times change a person.

So when it comes to picking the best rocking chair plans for you I want to make clear that you have to have the highest quality available. Not just of the wood and tools, but of the plans themselves. You should have blueprints, instructions, Bill of Materials, pictures, and video if possible. This will save you a lot of trouble and expense in the long run.

Now that we've talked about them so much I bet you can't wait to see some of these great plans. My suggestion is in my Author box below. There are hundreds of the highest quality rocking chair plans available with all of the ingredients that I've mentioned. Not only that, but throw in over 16,000 Woodworking Projects and you have a lifetime of good designs at your fingertips INSTANTLY.

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• Contemporary 5-tier leaning shelving unit for books, CDs, and display from Winsome Wood
• Constructed in solid beech wood and composite wood; matte black finish
• Shelf depth increases from 4-inch deep top shelf to 13-1/2-inch deep bottom shelf; 23-inch shelf width
• Easy home assembly with hardware included; matching leaning desk unit available for separate purchase
• Measures 24-2/5 inches wide by 14-2/5 inches deep by 74-3/5 inches high

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Winsome Wood's new Bailey collection of leaning home office furniture in black finish is contemporary and compact. The 5 tier shelving unit can stand alone or be paired with the desk in a modular fashion. The shelves range in size from 13.5 (bottom) - 4.0" (top) deep and are 23" wide. Constructed of wood, it is sturdy and durable.

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Two-Shelf Bookcases and Wall-Mounted Bookshelves

There are several styles of bookcases available to buy, so you can choose the type that best fits your needs. The most common ones are the barrister bookcase, which has stackable units and glass doors, and the four-shelf bookcase, two styles which many students and professional people use. However, you may find that a two-shelf bookcase, or maybe even a wall mounted bookshelf is more suited for you.

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Wall-mounted bookshelves and two-shelf bookcases are not as common, but may serve your purposes better. Both of these styles of bookcases are made to meet specific needs. The two-shelf bookcase will hold a small collection of books and perhaps magazines, and is the right size for a child's bedroom, an office, or even a bathroom. The wall-mounted bookshelf is ideal if your floor space is limited, because it is attached to a wall so it is off the floor entirely.

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Whatever type of bookcase you purchase, be sure that it is made of high-quality, durable materials, such as mahogany or oak, so it will hold up well and serve your needs for a long time. An oak bookcase, for instance, can stand the wear and tear of everyday use and it can be easily cleaned. That makes it a good choice for many situations.

You can find several kinds of bookcases at a nearby furniture store, but be sure to check with secondhand dealers and online websites also, because you may find a suitable bookcase at a great price and save a lot of money. If you are on a really tight budget and can't even afford that, you can still get a bookcase by building one yourself. Then you will just need to buy the materials to build it with, add your own do-it-yourself know-how and spend a few hours, and you will have your bookcase.

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• Crafted of solid beech wood which is light and airy
• Reliably sturdy with bull nose rectangular shelves, open ladder-style sides, and back support rails
• Black finish bookshelf folds up for easy moving and storage
• Shelf measures 11 by 14 by 51inches and it folds down to a mere 3-1/4-inch

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4-Tier Folding Narrow Shelf, Great for small area or even in the bathroom or closet. Solidwood in Black Finish.

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Add, subtract, and relocate your shelving to meet your changing needs with this folding 4-tier shelf. Run out of cabinet space for kitchen appliances? Tuck one in the kitchen. Have an insatiable reading appetite? Place two side by side for books. Got brave and decided to host a big Thanksgiving in a studio apartment? Easily collapse the whole unit by its hinges and slip it into a closet. Crafted of solid beechwood, this simple piece is light and airy yet reliably sturdy with bullnose rectangular shelves, open ladder-style sides, and back support rails. It is available in Black, Natural, and Antique Walnut finishes to complement any décor. The shelf measures 14 inches wide by 11.4 inches deep by 51.3 inches high, and it folds down to a mere 3.25 inches deep. Some assembly is required. --Kara Karll

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Creating the Perfect Craft Show Display

A craft show is one great opportunity for any crafts maker to showcase the products borne out of one's creativity and hard work. The way you present your art will definitely affect the number of people that will visit your exhibit and pay attention to what you are selling.

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One of the major items that you should focus your attention to is the craft show table. Remember that is where your products will be displayed and will serve as the stage for your show. Here are some tips that you can share and take note of to improve your exhibit and help in generating more sales for your craft.

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Prepare a nice cover for your table. Place a table cloth that reaches down the floor and covers all the sides that can be seen by the public. Make sure that any boxes that you keep underneath will not be seen. Nobody would want to visit, much more buy from, a sloppy looking, shabby craft show booth. Your display should not look like it was just thrown together from leftover items in your garage.

First impressions last so many people would equate the quality of your work with the quality that they are seeing on your craft show table. People would think that your products are of low quality if the first thing that they see is a dirty, shaky table with scratches and all. The impression that you want to give is that you spent a lot of your precious time perfecting your craft and skills. And the time that you spend in making sure that your display will reflect that will all be worth the while.

There are several kinds of display tables that you can use to make sure that your display is going to be easier to manage, yet have the look of professional quality. First, there are instant tables that were made specifically for artists. These are tables that you can instantly prop up and create a sturdy but dramatic display. Most tables of this type are made with an aluminum top, locking connectors, a shelf, footpads, toggle buttons and allows easy height adjustments.

There are also plastic resin folding table that can do the work for you. These types of tables would normally work where wood tables cannot work. These are designed to withstand the everyday rigors of a workshop or studio environment. These are waterproof and can endure strong materials like lacquer thinner, paint, paint removers, alcohol, gasoline and acids.

Remember, the key in making sure that your craft is show properly is to make the display table as clean and orderly as possible.

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• Color: Natural Brown
• Size: 38"H x 27.5"W x 11.5"D
• Three tier folding bookcase.
• Open top design.
• Natural finish.

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For a bookcase that is stylish and practical - look no further! This bookcase is made from wood, with a casual natural finish, and a folding frame that makes storing and moving easy. The open top completes the look of the bookshelf and provides a place to display taller framed pictures, collectibles and more! This folding book case comes fully assembled for added convenience and is stackable for extra storage.. Simply unfold, and you're ready to organize your books! Assembly level/degree of difficulty: Easy.

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How to Make Silicone Jewellery Moulds

The technique for making flat backed objects such as badges, pendants, wall plaques and other jewellery items is generally the same. The silicone resin jewellery moulds can be made by either pouring or brushing the silicone onto the original piece. Pouring is probably the easiest method for all items with a flat back. The process is as follows:

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Select a suitable container

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The first thing we need to consider for this method is how to contain the poured silicone when we pour it over the original model.

With smaller items we are lucky to have a large range of suitable containers which can be easily obtained. Ice cream containers, takeaway food containers or even butter containers are just to name a few. We are looking for a container which is about 1-2cm bigger than the model all around the sides. We need the container to also be 5cm taller than the model.

If your item is extremely small you may not even need a container. You can fix the small model to a small board with a non hardening clay or glue if you prefer and build up a wall around the model with clay or even lego bricks.

With larger items instead of fixing the model to a board you can fix it directly to the base of the container you choose. It is important to fix the model securely to the base so that it won't float to the top when silicone is poured in.

In this article we will go into detail the method which uses a food container.

Using a plastic food container as a mould dam
The first thing you need to do is to secure the lid tightly onto the container. Turn the container upside down and cut the bottom out of it. Now secure the model to the base (which will be the lid) of the container with glue or clay. The application of release agent is not usually needed when using silicone as it sticks to very few items. Glass is one item which silicone tends to stick to. It is a good idea to do a small test if you are unsure. If you find a release agent is needed you can make your own with petroleum jelly dissolved in a solvent such as white spirit. We use a ratio of 10% petroleum jelly. You can then spray or brush the solution onto the model and let it dry. The white spirit will evaporate leaving a fine even film of petroleum jelly behind on the model. The silicone we use to pour over the model comes in two parts and needs to be mixed together to start the curing process. The mixing ratios depend on the silicone you use and can be found on the label of your silicone. We find waxed disposable paper cups to be ideal as mixing containers and wooden stirrers or paddle pop sticks for mixing. Pour part A and part B into a new container and mix thoroughly scraping the sides and the bottom of the cup to ensure proper mixing. Make sure you don't whip air into the mixture as this will create excessive air bubbles. A folding action is best. Once it is mixed pour the mixture into a new mixing container. This ensures that no unmixed material remains in the cup when pouring it onto the model. If there are areas on the model which have very fine detail or undercuts it is advisable to brush some silicone onto those parts before pouring. This will ensure that the silicone will flow onto each and every surface and minimize the chance of air bubbles on these high detailed areas. You can now start pouring the silicone onto the model. Pour in a thin stream from a high point over the model. This thin stream from a high point will force any bubbles in the mixture to pop on the way down. Also start pouring onto the lowest point in the mould container. It is best not to pour directly onto the model so aim for the floor of the mould container. Continue pouring until you have 1 cm of silicone above the highest point of the model. Leave the silicone to set overnight. You can de-mould the model the following day by removing the lid from the container and pressing the silicone gently from the top. It should slide out the bottom. The model should easily pop out from the silicone and leave a cavity ready for casting. Let the silicone mould cure properly for an additional few days for longer mould life.

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Turning Kid Type Crafts Into Beautiful Home Designs

Kids are great inspirations for arts and crafts. Not only do they love to create masterpieces and have grown-ups ooh and aah over their skills, but parents themselves love to see what beautiful artwork they will take home next. The issue arises, however, when you have collected so much arts and crafts pieces that you don't know where to put them. Here are some great ideas for arts and crafts projects that you can create with your kids that will be able to fit in any decor of any room.

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Origami

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Origami is not only mess free but beautiful and relatively easy to make. Origami, the Japanese art of folding paper, is great for adults and kids to do together. There are lots of resources at the library and on the internet that can teach you how to make origami. After you have made them, you can set them on a table, mantle or window sill. It's easy to find the supplies for origami since all it really requires is paper. Using a variety of colored paper is a great option and you can color coordinate them to go with your room. Also, if your dcor is lacking color, you can use this as a way to incorporate punches of color. You can even suspend them to the ceiling using with string.

Silhouettes

Creating silhouettes is a traditional and fun craft. You can showcase members of your family without using photographs. You can make wall art by framing your silhouettes in vintage frames. The only supplies you will need are fabric, cardboard, construction paper, wrapping paper or old magazines. Whatever you think is suitable, it doesn't matter because it is completely adaptable. Even the way you go about creating the silhouettes is customizable as you can cut out photos or trace shadows.

Nature Print Paper

This is definitely easy and fun. Buy a pack of Nature Print Paper and create beautiful nature-inspired art. Take the time to teach your young ones about nature and enjoy a day at the beach or park with them. Collect leaves, feathers, stones, sea shells or whatever you like to add to this work of art. You can hang them anywhere in the house and create a wall collage of them. The great thing is, you can do this a few times per year and rotate the art pieces every season.

Abstract Canvas Art

This requires no real artistic skill. It's abstract so anything goes. What a fabulous way to get the kids involved! Buy a big canvas and let them go crazy. The bigger the canvas the more like art it will look. You can match the colors with the color scheme of your room. Just get some acrylic paint, paint brushes, sponges, tissue paper and more.

Graphic Prints

A modern home design feature is graphic prints. You don't have to spend a lot of money when you and your kids can design your own. Allow them to choose the colors for the project but you should decide on the compositional changes so that it looks professionally done.

Turning Kid Type Crafts Into Beautiful Home Designs

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Innovative Room Dividers - Design Options

You can find a host of options such as portraits, contemporary art, blossoms, beads, glass, landscapes and much more. If you are looking for room dividers that divide your living room from your study or office, there are folding screens that also come with a bulletin board on one side. There are also dividers that are photo dividers, where you can showcase your photos and divide your room at the same time.

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Then there are showcases and bookcases which can be used as room dividers and these types of dividers offer you extra storage space. These dividers come in different sizes and styles and allow you to showcase your accessories, books, toys and some allow you to store clothing. These dividers come in glass, metal, plastic and wood.

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If you are looking for hanging dividers then curtains are a simple option and you can make really nice room dividers using curtains. You can either make these up yourself or maybe you have spare curtains you could use. All you need do is fix a curtain rod to the ceiling where you want to place your room divider and hang the curtain. When you no longer need the divider you can simply remove the curtain and rod.

On the other hand if you are on a really tight budget you can make your own screen dividers. All you need do is buy unfinished wood from a DIY shop, as they will cut the wood to specifications as well as attach the hinges for you. You can paint the frames one color and the inner section another color and you can hang portraits or photos and even painting up on the divider.

Before just going out and buying room dividers, check out second-hand stores as well as sales. You can pick up some really good bargains at reasonable prices.

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Felting - Mastering the Art of Wet Felting

Has your wet felting been less than satisfactory? Or maybe you haven't tried it yet and want to make it right the first time. The following tips will help you master wet felting wool.

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Fiber Choice

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First, you need to select the right wool for felting. Some fibers don't felt well at all. Try felting alpaca wool or merino wool. A little more expensive but the finer fibers felt up very nicely. Other medium sheeps' fibers felt well, too.

When you choose your wool, be sure the staples are of uniform length. Your finished project will be less hairy and shed less. 3 inches is a good length.

Test the fiber by felting a small sample to see if it will be satisfactory for your completed project.

Layering

Lay your wool at 90 degrees to the last layer. 5-6 thin layers is actually better than 2-3 thick layers. Your layers will be more even and your fibers will felt better.

Check your layers to see that there are no thin spots. This one inspection will go a long way to making sure your layers are even and will prevent a lot of problems in your finished project. You'll have to toss the felt you just made if there are too many thin spots or waste a lot of time going back over it with a felting needle and fiber to fill in thin areas. Save yourself some time and do it right the first time.

Felting Stage

Use the screen and sponge method of felting. It holds the fibers in place and keeps the fibers from sticking to your hands. It really helps make nicer even felt.

Watch the amount of soap and water you use. Too much water and your fibers float away from each other instead of felting. If water pools between your fingers when you press down, then you have used too much. This is where the sponge really helps. You can better control the amount of water you use and keep it to a minimum.

Is more soap better? Nope. You will create bubbles that separate your fibers so they can not lock together and felt. Really, you only need a small amount of soap.

Don't press too hard at first. Gradually adding pressure will make your fibers felt better and create a more even felted wool.

Keep your water as hot as possible. If the water gets cold, add more hot water. If this is going to cause a problem with too much water, soak up some water with a towel before adding anymore to your fibers.

Fulling Stage

This is were you will make or break the felt you just made. During fulling you are removing air from between the fibers making them tighter fitting. If you don't tighten the fibers, your project will pill and shed until it falls apart.

Which fulling method is best? It's not the method, it's whether you complete the fulling process. So just pick what the best method is for you. How do you know when it is done fulling? If you pull on your felt and it stretches, it is not done. You must felt it until it is firm.

Keep your water warm while fulling. If you can, full in your sink or bathtub so you have access to hot water during the fulling process.

Finishing

When you have finished the fulling process you need to completely rinse out the soap with cool water. Leaving soap in could damage the fibers making them brittle or they may even disintegrate over time.

Just gently squeeze out excess water. Never wring. To speed up drying time, roll your felt in a towel to remove more water.

Let dry completely before adding anything else. Wool has an excellent memory. It will hold whatever shape you dry it in. A full 24 hours is needed for your wool to completely dry.

Now that you have mastered the art of wet felting, your projects will be high quality. Friends and family will love receiving your felted gifts or, if selling your felt, you'll have satisfied customers. Now go on and create great felt!

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How to Find the Best Ash Furniture

Ash is a type of hard wood that is very good for making wood furniture. Some of the ash furniture that you are likely to find in the market includes chests, drawers, wardrobes and cabinets. However, most manufacturers use ash wood to make tables and chairs. Apart from its hardiness, another characteristic of this wood that makes it ideal for furniture is its durability and natural sheen. You can buy this furniture to make your home look different and elegant. Here is how you can find stylish ash furniture that will add value to your home.

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It is always important to consider the design of any piece of furniture that you intend to buy. Ash furniture, just like any other type of furniture, comes in all sorts of designs and shapes. Choose a design that best fits your tastes and preferences. You should also consider the overall style of your house. Do not get the ash wood furniture if it will look odd in your rooms. If you do not want to buy ash furniture that will end up looking out of place, do not buy just one piece. Buy different sets of ash furniture and place them strategically all over the house. For instance, if you want to buy ash wood chairs, you should also buy an ash table or cabinet to go with the chairs.

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If you want to add beauty to your home, get a few sets of Ash furniture. You do not have to part with a lot of money to buy this type of wood furniture. It is possible to get chairs, cabinets, tables and other items made from ash wood at a very low price, you just need to look at different shops to find which one offers the best discount on its furniture.

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