Articles written by Kate Pullen
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How to Make Soap at Home
Learn about how to make soap at home, including cold process soap making and melt and pour soap making. Create special handmade soaps for home use and gifts
Apr 27, 2012
- Kate Pullen
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Scrapbooking Embellishments
Get creative with your scrapbooking by adding embellishments to the pages. Use embellishments as features and focal points or simply to reinforce the theme.
Mar 30, 2012
- Kate Pullen
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Learn How to Make Your Own Soap at Home
Learn about how to make soap at home, including cold process soap making and melt and pour soap making. Create special handmade soaps for home use and gifts
Feb 24, 2012
- Kate Pullen
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Crafting with Polymer Clay - Using a Pasta Machine
Polymer clay is a versatile crafting medium that can be used in a wide variety of craft projects.Tools including a pasta machine will help in your projects.
Jan 28, 2012
- Kate Pullen
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Make Your Own Photo Calendars
Use free printable templates to create your own unique handmade photo calendars.
Dec 30, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Use Free Printable Gift Box Templates to Make DIY Gift Packaging
Use free printable gift box templates to create your own custom gift packaging designs. Save money and also make great looking DIY gift packaging.
Nov 29, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Using Poser Characters in Scrapbooking or Papercraft Projects
Poser characters can add a little flair to your scrapbooking and paper craft projects. Learn more about posers and how to use them.
Oct 25, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Make No Sew Costumes For Halloween and Fancy Dress Parties
Use a few craft skills to create no-sew costumes for Halloween and fancy dress parties. These require just a few key craft supplies and are quick to make.
Sep 25, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Tips for Using Photos in Scrapbook Pages
Incorporating photographs into your scrapbook projects is a great way to record and share visual memories. Here are some tips to help you get started.
Aug 30, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Paper Tearing for Handmade Cards and Scrapbook Pages
Create attractive looking paper embellishments quickly and easily using paper tearing techniques. This is a great way to add interest to scrapbook pages.
Jul 31, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Make a Handmade Bookplate, a Back-To-School Craft Project
Handmade bookplates are a great way to personalize books. Handmade or personalized bookplates are simple to make using just a few basic paper craft skills.
Jun 29, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Digital Paper for Scrapbooking, Card Making and Paper Crafts
Digital scrapbooking paper is widely available and offers benefits for many crafters as well as digital scrapbookers. Learn more about the pros and cons.
May 26, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Can I Sell My Crafts? Tips for Starting a Craft Business
Selling your crafts can be a great way to make a little extra money or to start a new career. Before you start, there are some important things to consider.
Apr 20, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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How to Make Hair Sticks from Chopsticks
Use a pair of chopsticks to create your own custom hair sticks. Simply add beads, ribbons and other embellishments to make custom and stylish designs.
Apr 13, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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New Digital Crafts Include Scrapbooking, Painting and Stamping
There are an increasing number of digital crafts developing which may entice people to try a new craft such as digital scrapbooking or digital stamping.
Mar 31, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Greeting Card Programs to Print Custom Cards for Every Occasion
Greeting card software programs allow you to create custom greeting cards for every occasion. These are simple to use and are ideal for making quick cards.
Mar 14, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Spring Clean Your Craft Workspace and Supplies
Give your craft workspace and supplies an occasional spring-clean. This will help to keep your keep your crafting supplies in tip top condition and ensure t
Feb 23, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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What is an Angel Policy and How it Affects Your Rubber Stamping
If you use rubber stamps to make items to sell then you need to be aware of the stamping company's angel policy and how it affects the products you sell.
Feb 16, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Free Clip Art for Card Makers - Quick Card Making Projects
Free clip art is ideal for quick card making projects. There is a wide variety of great free clip art available suitable for all occasions.
Feb 9, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Cookie Cutter Crafts - Low Cost, Quick and Easy Craft Ideas
Cookie cutters are a surprisingly useful crafting tool. They are low cost and readily available plus there is also a wide range of cookie cutter shapes.
Jan 27, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Hanging Hearts DIY Valentine's Day Decorations - Valentine Crafts
Make hanging heart decorations for Valentine's Day. These easy DIY Valentine's Day projects are quick to make and a fun easy Valentine's Day craft project.
Jan 19, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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Make a Food Scrapbook for a Wedding Gift or a Bridal Gift
A food scrapbook is a great way for family and friends to create a special gift of recipes, photos and memories that will make a much treasured wedding gift
Jan 12, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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How to Find Cheap Stock Photos & Images for Digital Scrapbooking
Learn how to find cheap stock photos that are perfect for using in digital scrapbooking projects, including tips for searching for the perfect photo.
Jan 3, 2011
- Kate Pullen
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How to Buy Cheap Stock Photos and Images for Digital Scrapbooking
The millions of free and cheap stock photos available means that this can be a great resource for use in digital scrapbooking (digi-scrapping) projects.
Dec 16, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Commercial Use and Personal Use Digital Scrapbooking Licenses
What are CU and PU digital scrapbooking licenses? If you use digital scrapbook kits or elements commercially, it is important to have the correct license.
Dec 7, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Gifts in a Jar – Handmade Present Ideas for Any Occasion
Gifts in a jar are ideal handmade gifts for any occasion when time is short. Make special jar toppers, hand decorated labels and tags for a handmade finish.
Nov 22, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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What is Digital Scrapbooking? Digi-Scrapping for Beginners
Digital scrapbooking is a great way to create special albums and pages to record and share memories. Learn about the basics of digi-scrapping.
Nov 13, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Free Printable Christmas and Holidays Cards
Learn how to make the most of free printable Christmas and holidays cards from a wide range of websites to create your own special greeting cards this year.
Nov 13, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Make a Recycled DIY Christmas Tree Skirt - A Quick Festive Craft
Make your own custom DIY Christmas tree skirt from recycled items such as tablecloths or blankets. Pick non-fraying fabrics for quick no-sew alternatives.
Oct 27, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Free Christmas Tree Skirt Patterns - Make Your Own Decorations
There are lots of free Christmas tree skirt patterns and tutorials available to help you make your own stylish festive decorations using a variety of crafts
Oct 18, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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How to Use Salt Dough - Ingredients and Instructions
Learn how to make salt dough and how to use it to make a wide range of items. Salt dough is perfect for making holiday decorations and ornaments.
Oct 12, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Make DIY Gift Packaging - Wrapping Paper, Bags,Tags and More
Use simple printing techniques to make your own custom gift packaging. Print designs onto brown paper and lunch bags to create DIY wrapping paper and bags.
Sep 29, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Think Outside the Sox – 60 Winning Sock Knitting Patterns
60 winning sock knitting designs from a recent Knitter's Magazine contest have been published in Think Outside the Sox, a book for sock knitters everywhere.
Sep 9, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Stamped Metal Jewelry by Lisa Niven Kelly Book Review
Stamped Metal Jewelry book and DVD by Lisa Niven Kelly explores the materials, supplies and techniques required to make custom jewelry at home.
Sep 9, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Get Spun by Symeon North – Learn How to Spin Art Yarns
If you have seen art yarns and wanted to have a go at making your own, the art yarn spinning guide, Get Spun by Symeon North, could be worth a look.
Sep 9, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Essential Supplies for Cold Process Soap Making
Make your own natural soaps using the cold process method of soap making. A few basic supplies are all that are required to make soap at home.
Sep 6, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Use a Paper Scorer or Bone Folder to Make Handmade Cards
A paper scorer or bone folder may not be the most exciting item in a crafter's tool box, it will however be one of the most useful items for card making.
Aug 28, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Pumpkin Carving Tips - How to Create Jack O'Lanterns
Pumpkin carving is a traditional Halloween craft. Learn how to make your own unique Jack O'Lantern for this year's Halloween parties and celebrations.
Aug 19, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Free Pumpkin Carving Templates, Patterns and Stencils
Pumpkin carving templates and patterns make carving Halloween Jack O' Lanterns easy. Free online pumpkin carving templates are available in many styles
Aug 9, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Free Online Color Scheme Generators for Craft Projects
The good use of color can make all the difference to a craft project. Find inspiration for exciting color schemes using free online color scheme generators.
Aug 9, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Essential Crafting Supplies - A Ruler for Craft Projects
A ruler is a useful crafting item which is used in a wide variety of crafting projects. A ruler serves two key purposes, to measure and draw straight lines.
Jul 27, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Quick and Simple Cookie Cutter Holiday and Christmas Cards
These cookie cutter cards are a great way to make holiday cards that are both attractive and easy, ideal for beginners and more experienced cardmakers alike
Jul 7, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Buying Craft Supplies Online
Buying craft supplies online is a convenient form of shopping. While there are distinct benefits, there are also drawbacks that a crafter needs to consider.
Jun 27, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Free Halloween Fonts - Add Spooky Text to Craft Projects
Use free Halloween fonts to add spooky text to Halloween craft projects, including Halloween party invitations and scrapbook pages.
Jun 27, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Low-Cost and Free Ideas for Things to Use as a Craft Box
A craft box is a useful crafting accessory whether for general crafting or for a specific craft. Many items can be used to make a free or low cost craft box
Jun 27, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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How to Buy and Look After Craft Scissors
Scissors are used in most crafts. Whether for use with fabric, paper or general crafting, a pair of good quality scissors will give many years of service.
Jun 27, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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How to Use Google Search
Learning how to use Google search and advanced searching techniques can help to save time when searching for specific information on the Internet.
Jun 21, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Free Scrapbooking Fonts – Add Custom Text to Scrapbook Projects
Free scrapbooking fonts are ideal for adding unique text and titles to scrapbook projects. Free fonts give scrapbookers a wide range of styles to pick from.
Jun 8, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Graduation Scrapbooking Ideas - Scrapbook Gifts for Graduates
A special scrapbook makes a lovely gift for a graduate. There are many different graduation scrapbooking ideas which are simple to make at home.
Jun 3, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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Use a Lye Calculator for Making Cold Process Handmade Soap
There are many free online lye calculators available and these are useful when making cold process soap, in particular when creating unique soap recipes.
May 21, 2010
- Kate Pullen
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