Deeply drill an end of the stick with 1 (3). To make easier rotation, to cut the corners in addition to stick to form an octagon before joining to the top of the base and the stick. To 4 length, this piece is little small to run by the saw of table. And its awkward to run by a band saw with the...
One of the advantages of decoupage is that it requires very little equipment, and its likely that you already possess the tools that you need to get started. However, there are items that can be helpful in your decoupage, if not strictly necessary. These will vary according to the exact work you...
These holes are aligned with the fingers which are stuck in the funds of the four legs of the box. Initially I slip the base under the tube with the cable clamp which is stuck to the bottom of the base and slips then the box above the object. After I align the holes in the base with the fingers...
In the decoupage process, after applying the gold/silver leaf, leave it for 24 hours before sealing. Many books recommend that you shellac after gilding. If you don’t have shellac on hand, you may choose to opt for your sealer. Decoupage is an art which is mainly done using scissors, but...
You need to take proper care when cutting a very detailed design, like a leaf edge. Use your left hand to turn the paper as required, and cut the details of the design using your scissors.
When cutting designs like grass or fur, be innovative enough to add your own long curves if...
Custom frames are frames that you pick and design on your own and have a professional put together for you. Custom frames can be costly to those that dont know how to shop for them. Or, perhaps you just dont know what your options are. The good news is that you can purchase these custom made...
Decorating your home and office for special occasions can sure warm up your holiday celebration environment, not to mention add fun to your holiday activities. But in order to avoid adding to much stress to your holiday event, you need to decorate at your own pace and dont go overboard, putting...
A hanging wall tapestry can be a joy not only for the owner but for all those who happen to visit and look upon it. This style of decoration is truly ancient, going back centuries to a time when a hanging wall tapestry was more than just something to look at.
The hanging wall tapestry is...
Many places offer a wide selection of cubic zirconia jewelry. These brilliant sparkling stones demand attention wherever they go. But what is cubic zirconia (CZ), and how is it made?
A cubic zirconia is a man-made gemstone. They replicate the fire and flash of perfect diamonds, but at a...
You may be photographing in broad daylight or in the middle of the night and it is no concern at all. However when you are developing a film or printing the negatives, one always needs a darkroom and the overall important darkroom equipment for processing your creative photographs into reality....
Cubic zirconia is a natural mineral that looks like a diamond and is often used as a cheaper alternative for diamond jewelry. Due to the fact that it is so often used as a substitute for diamonds, it is often thought of as cheap costume jewelry fit only for the unsophisticated. In truth, it is...
In the Nineteenth century, Bohemia, in the Austro-Hungarian Empire was one of the most important manufacturing centers for both glass and lead crystal. It was here that Daniel Swarovski was born in 1862, the son of the owner of a small crystal-cutting factory.
Daniel whiled away his...