A hobby is defined as an activity you enjoy doing for relaxation or self-fulfillment. There are thousands of hobbies you can do on your own or with a group of people. Finding a hobby enriches people's lives. Can you imagine if no one did anything out of their every day jobs? Our life span would be shortened tremendously. All work and no play make for a grumpy person. We all need to have fun and enjoy life without being stressed about work and other daily happenings. How do you find a hobby? The answer is simple. In a way, a hobby reflects who you are. So, what do you like to do? 75+ suggestions for finding the ideal hobby If you like to work with your hands: - Pottery - Knitting - Crochet - Sewing - Quilting - Writing - Needlepoint - Woodwork - Painting - Drawing - Restoring Cars - Cooking - Baking - Scrapbooking - Genealogy - Building model airplanes or cars - Coin Collecting - Stamp Collecting - Cake Decorating - Candle Making - Jewelry Maker - Making … [Read more...]
Teaching kids to crochet and/or knit
Looking for a craft to teach your children? A craft which will teach them focus, goal setting and accomplishment as well as design planning and follow through? Sounds like a tall order, right? Nope, the answer is as simple as teaching them to crochet or knit. It is not only a great way to bond with your children, you are teaching them a life long skill that they will use time and time again. Crocheting Crocheting is a great place to start, particularly for younger children, because it uses a single needle. Children as young as four can be taught to crochet. Required crochet supplies include: Size J hook Favorite color worsted weight yarn Beginner pattern Hooks come in a variety of materials from metal to plastic. Lighter weight hooks are often easier for small hands to use effectively. It’s easier to teach a child to crochet if you’re sitting side by side so a couch is ideal, just make sure the television is off or they won’t be paying … [Read more...]
Butterfly Candle Holders
Butterfly candle holders are easy to make and a great gift idea. The materials are very inexpensive, and you can use your imagination for a variety of designs. To get started, you will need: Materials: Small glass candle holders Butterfly wrapping paper Yellow tissue paper Decoupage Cuticle scissors Small paintbrush Damp paper towel You can buy whatever glass candle holders you like (or use some you already have laying around). I bought mine at Walmart for about $0.59. You could also find them at thrift stores or yard sales. I chose butterflies for my design, but you could choose whatever design you'd like--maybe keeping in mind the tastes of the person you're making them for. You can cut out pictures from anywhere, including calendars, greeting cards, magazines. Thin paper decoupages best. After you have some pictures in mind, use cuticle scissors (the kind you cut your fingernails with) to cut out the pictures. These scissors … [Read more...]
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