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211). Taking Care of Your Vintage and Antique Collectibles By : Connie Hubbard
Antiques can be a great reminder of our family, history, or even an exotic touch from another place and time. Caring for these items properly ensures that they can be passed down to another generation or sold for their highest value.
The following is a brief overview of caring for your vintage and antique collectibles. Sites such as th...
212). Yugioh 101: How To Play The Yugioh Trading Card Game By : Dave Anderson
Based on the hit Japanese comic book and cartoon series, Yugioh trading cards have become a hit with youngsters everywhere. Yugioh enthusiasts worldwide collect the wildly popular Yugioh trading cards in order to participate in the elaborate game that is based on the trading cards. If you’re curious about the Yugioh phenomenon, and would like to le...
213). Faithbooking: Preserving your faith through your scrapbooks By : Susan Whitehead
“We will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the LORD, his power, and the wonders he has done.” Psalm 78:4
When you get down to it, the reason we scrapbook is to tell a story. The story of our lives, the milestones we’ve reached, the journeys we’ve gone on, the trials we’ve endured and the joys we’ve shared. That is what...
214). So You Want to Learn to Knit? By : Sawyer Theron
So have you caught the knitting bug? Have you learned the basic stitches and are now wondering what to do? With a little practice and tips from experienced knitters, you can be creating awesome creations in no time.
Once you learn three basic techniques you will find that there are numerous projects you can learn to knit. The three bas...
215). Introduction to Oil Painting Techniques By : Ralph Serpe
Oil paint is an amazing versatile medium. It can be applied in a thick buttery fashion or thinned down to a watery consistency. This versatility opens the door to a number of different painting techniques.
My personal preference is to begin my oil paintings by first sketching out the composition using acrylic paint or with water-solubl...
216). Scrapbooking Tips By : Kael
Have you ever found a very old family photo album, perhaps in your grandparent’s house, and had no idea who the people in the photographs were? Sometimes no one remembers who they are, and a part of your family history is lost forever.
One of the most frustrating things about finding old photos or old albums is the lack of information ...
217). Collecting Autographs For Fun & Profit By : Daphne Succes
Autograph collecting is a fun and rewarding hobby, but it’s also a lucrative business for many entrepreneurs. As a hobby, autographs are a terrific way to own a piece of memorabilia that has been personally signed by your favorite actor, musician, athlete, etc. Collectors across the globe are always looking to add the unattainable signature to thei...
218). Department 56 Collectibles: Creating Lasting Memories and Traditions with Dept 56 Displays By : Bruce Dinger
Now that the Christmas season is here, decorating is a top priority. Department 56 collectors of lighted ceramic houses are no exception. Many wait all year to get their Dept 56 houses and accessories unboxed and displayed.
But why is collecting and displaying them so enjoyable (and important)? Why do Dept 56 collectors go to such leng...
219). Figurines and the buying tips you must never ignore By : Monica Wogan
Precious Moments collectible figurines are among the most popular in the world. Doe-eyed boys and girls made in pastel ceramics adorn the shelves, dressers, and display areas of countless homes. There are numerous types and styles of figurines that people can buy to build a personal collection in addition to the dolls and bears that so many shopper...
220). Authentic Samurai Sword Buying Guide By : The Samurai Man
If you've every thought about buying a new samurai sword (I'm talking about a real samurai sword that you can really use for cutting exercises, not just to hang on the wall) you've probably have several questions. There's a plenty out there to choose from but there are a few key things to look for in a quality blade.
The most importan...
221). Is a new poker table on the cards? By : Jeff King
In this context, a poker table is any table which is dedicated to card game playing. They come in a few different shapes and types, but generally attempt to emulate the effect of the card tables found in a casino. Depending on what you're looking for, you can spend less than a hundred American dollars, or well over a thousand. If you're looking at ...
222). Stamp Collecting Basics By : Albreht Moy
Stamp collecting is the most popular hobby in the world.Philately is a broader term for the study of stamps, and it is frequently - but wrongly - equated to stamp collecting.
Through stamp collecting, people find information about history,currency, science,politics,arts,architecture and customs of different nations and countries of the...
223). Family Lineage is a Treasure Hunt By : Tom LeBaron
Family lineage is one of the most interesting topics for anyone to discuss because it is unique to each family. Finding everything from royalty to heroes in family lineage is exciting. Having a personal record of family lineage is a great treasure. Recently, the Latter-day Saint church provided Larry King with a copy of his family history during hi...
224). What You Need to Know to Make a Scrapbook By : Kael
The first thing you need to know about making a scrapbook is that it isn’t a complicated process at all. Scrapbooking isn’t just for the ‘crafty’ person among us either. In fact, you don’t need to have any ‘crafting’ skills at all, in order to create a scrapbook of memories that will last for generations to come.
Scrapbooking is a way ...
225). The ABC Of Knitting By : Robert Thatcher
You may never have attempted to sew anything for yourself since your schooldays — or again, you may have abandoned the whole idea after one or two disappointing failures.
The good news is that sewing equipment and dressmaking patterns are highly developed now than ever, so it has been made easier for you to start, whether you wish to m...
226). Leather Jacket Care By : Jake
If you own a fine leather jacket then you've probably drawn a few looks here and there because of the style. Unfortunately over time, even a great leather jacket can turn ugly on you if it isn't properly maintained.
Prevention is Your Best Option
When you first bring your leather jacket home, you want to condition and wat...
227). Strange But True Online Poker Tales By : Sage Kalmus
Worst Bet Ever: Here’s a case in point for self-control at the online poker tables if ever we heard one. In December ’05, one Carl Valentine agreed to what, on the surface, appeared a modest enough challenge, presented by a multi-millionaire buddy of his. The challenge was this: that by April 18, ’06 he, Valentine, send 2 million unique visi...
228). Magic Tricks - Inventing Magic By : Edward Jellard
Creating magic illusions is an increadibly satisfying aspect of magic that many magicians overlook. It leaves you with a unique trick that the audience will hopefully remember you by. However, there are many reasons why most magicians use off-the-shelf tricks. This article will explain some of the reasons for and against making illusions, and give ...
229). Riding Schools - Choosing For Children By : Michael Russell
If you have never learnt to ride then choosing a riding school for your child can seem complicated.
First and foremost, your primary focus must be on finding somewhere safe. Horses are animals and therefore unpredictable. If you are naturally wary of horses then this will be an advantage when selecting a safe and secure environment fo...
230). The Lincoln Cent – Part IV – Upcoming Changes By : Keith Scott
To review our last segment, the Lincoln Cent has undergone many changes. From the VDB initials controversy, composition changes and reverse changes nearly 50 years ago (from Wheat to Memorial). The versatile cent has seen its share of changes.
So what does the future hold for the Lincoln cent? Legislation was recently passed authorized...
231). Is Your Hobby Helping Or Hindering Your Family Life? By : Sintilia Miecevole
Ask a room full of people what hobby they have and you will get as many answers as there are people. Others will confess that they don’t have a hobby. They probably do; but just don’t label it as such. By definition, a hobby is an activity or interest pursued outside one's regular occupation and engaged in primarily for pleasure.
Wheth...
232). The Top Five Morgan Silver Dollars By : Daniel Goevert
Why waste everyone’s time? Let’s skip the appetizers and get to the meaty stuff right now: The Morgan silver dollars poised to increase the most in value in the years ahead are the 1895, 1892-CC, 1894, 1878-CC, and the 1883-CC. Pretty bold prediction, eh? At this point, the reader now has three options: (1) Stop reading and act upon this informatio...
233). Scrapbooking For Kids By : Dawn Stegall
As a homeschooling mom of 4 girls, scrapbooking for kids has been on my mind alot lately. Let me back up a bit. My 4 year old was quietly playing one day with a roll of stickers. Afraid I was going to later find a bunch of stickers caught in the carpet, I asked her what she intended to do with them. She pondered for awhile and then said, "I am goin...
234). Grandma’s Mercury Dimes By : Daniel Goevert
One vivid memory of my very early childhood back in the 1960’s was of driving to church on Sunday mornings with my family. Since my grandparents lived close to us, Dad would always swing by and pick them up, and we’d all carpool together. It was the job of “Little Danny” (as I was affectionately nicknamed back then) to sit in the backseat, wedged s...
235). How to Read an Online Poker Review: Part 1 of 2 By : Sage Kalmus
There are plenty of online poker review sites out there (including our review portal Poker-Ranking.com), each giving you their take on the numerous poker rooms circulating the internet. Below we’ll begin the process of breaking down for you our own online poker review template so you can learn what to look for when seeking out your next online poke...
236). 3 Things You Must Have In Order To Profit From Your Hobby By : Rocky Tapscott
With over 70% of people who responded to a recent survey revealing that they were thinking about starting a business of some sort, working from home is becoming more the norm than ever before.
The problem for many people is that they don’t really know where to start and how to turn their dream into something tangible.
3 c...
237). Do You Have Precious Rare Coins In Your Purse Or Change Jar? By : Charles Roman
A Guide to Rare Coins in Circulation Today
It’s usually a small thing that turns regular looking money into valuable rare coins. Last year’s materials used instead of this year’s, a tiny symbol left off a minting die. Collectors covet the unusual and uncommon above all else, and these minor oversights result in a very limited number o...
238). Building Model Ships By : Gray Rollins
Building models can be a great hobby. There are all kinds of models to choose from including: cars, trucks, plane, trains, and ships. For those that have a connection to the sea, it seems only natural to choose to build model ships.
You might start by purchasing a model kit online and waiting for it to arrive. You’re probably excited a...
239). What is Philately Stamp Collecting By : John Reed
Philately, or the study of stamps, is a huge field of study that has captured the attention of many Americans over the years. This fascination with stamps and the history that surrounds them has led to a hobby related to philately, which is collecting stamps.
Usually, stamp collection begins with the acquisition of a first couple of st...
240). How To Collect Hockey Cards By : Jason Tarasi
As with other professional sports, trading cards or collector cards (whichever term you prefer) are available for hockey. Collecting hockey cards is a fun and exciting hobby for hockey fans. Whether you choose to collect hockey cards in general, or cards for a particular team or league, card collecting can be a very interesting and educational expe...
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