Hobbies and Crafts

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If you want to stick playing cards to lemon peels, as card-throwing magician Ricky Jay did, you need to learn how to throw accurately before you throw a card powerfully. With enough practice, you can learn the different throwing styles, grip, and how to make your pitch accurate.

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Have you ever received a rose from someone special and wanted to preserve it? Whether you want to preserve a large bouquet of roses for decoration or just a single rose for sentimental reasons, you should handle dried flowers with care. There are several ways you can use to extend the life of your flowers;

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A moss terrarium makes a beautiful decoration, gift or home for small reptiles and amphibians. In fact, terrariums can also be sold. This article will help you create and maintain a beautiful moss terrarium. Step Part 1 of 6: Choosing a Terrarium Step 1.

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Shisha was originally just a synonym for water pipe. Outside of the Middle East, people usually refer to this pipe as a hookah, and shorten the phrase "shisha cigarettes" to simply "shisha". You don't need to know the history of the word to start enjoying smoking shisha, but you do need to study the information in this article.

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Scented candles are usually used to enhance the atmosphere in a room or event, they are also used to help clear the air, or relieve breathing. Making scented candles is as easy as adding fragrance to an existing candle or adding it to a candle made from scratch.

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Insects are interesting and complex animals. Many people like to preserve the bodies of dead insects. Preservation of insect bodies is usually done for identification and scientific research, or as a hobby. Whether you find the remains of an insect outside or inside your home, or you kill the insect yourself, there are various ways to preserve the body.

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Throwing knives, as the name suggests, are specially made for easy throwing. Therefore, this knife is made light but still strong so as not to float when thrown. Knife throwing techniques have been developed around the world using different shapes and sizes of knives.

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Making wands for use in the forest or magical rituals can be a fun project. Once you find a wand that looks right for your purpose, you can learn how to carefully prepare it and adapt it for whatever use you desire. Would you like to have a versatile walking stick?

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Patchwork dolls are every child's favorite and these dolls are very easy to make from scraps of cloth or old cloth that is no longer used and can be made into patchwork. In addition, there is always a uniqueness in every patchwork doll that is made.

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Trifold brochures are a great way to put a lot of information on one sheet of paper. This type of brochure is easy to make, and once you've mastered the technique, you can create a more unique brochure, for example with Z-shaped folds. Step Method 1 of 3:

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You want to make a hat out of newsprint? Looking for a fun, inexpensive, and recyclable alternative to party hats or restaurant waiter hats? This hat is lightweight and can be custom made. It is also an excellent arts and crafts activity. There are several hat designs, including the pirate hat, the bishop's hat, and the conical hat.

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Air dry clay (a clay-like material, also known as play-doh/playdough/air-drying plasticine) is a great medium for sculpting without having to deal with a furnace or oven, but coloring it can be a little tricky. Depending on the method you choose, you can add design and color to the clay before or after it has dried.

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Painting plastic toys is a great way to take your hobby to a more serious level. Even though painting the intricate parts of a toy and waiting for the paint coat to dry can take a lot of time, the process is both fun and very rewarding. Use a combination of brush and spray paint to create layers of color, from the widest to the most detailed in your toy.

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If you want to make a fake cut/scar, whether it's for Halloween or to scare a friend, you can make one out of household products and makeup kits. You can also use stage makeup kits specially designed for that. Use the right gear to easily create fake cuts that make your costume look convincing.

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If you want to darken a light-colored fabric or darken the color of faded jeans, just use black textile dye. This dye can give a bright, like new color to the fabric. Step Part 1 of 3: Making a Dye Solution Step 1. Use a black textile dye that is specifically made for the type of fabric you have You can use most types of dye if the fabric is made of fibers such as cotton, linen, silk, or wool.

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If you find a geode (or geode, which is a round rock formation containing crystals or banded structures within), you'll want to open it as safely and neatly as possible. Each geode is unique and can contain anything from pure clear quartz crystals to deep purple amethyst (amethyst) crystals, or perhaps agate, chalcedony, or minerals such as dolomite.

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Sometimes, you may want to fold a promotional poster so that it can be sent like a brochure. However, folding posters is usually not recommended as it can leave crease marks. In this article, we answer some frequently asked questions about how to fold, roll, and pack posters.

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Many people believe that the only way to color tiles is to glaze them in a kiln, but you can actually paint your own tiles at home! If the preparation is right, painting tiles can be done quickly and easily to color a floor or bathroom, or even add decor to a floor, countertop, or wall.

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Making your own play dough is easy. Kids and adults of all ages will love this fun (and inexpensive) toy. Ingredients 1 cup flour 1/4 cup water 1/3 cup salt 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Food coloring, glitter, etc. (optional) Step Method 1 of 2:

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The Impossible Bottle, as the name implies, is a masterpiece of one's dedication to focus, patience and a skilled hand, and lots of lateral thinking. This article will show you how to put certain items in an "impossible bottle". Step Method 1 of 3:

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Dizziness, or "dizziness," is a sign that your body and brain are losing touch. Sometimes dizziness is a sign that you are about to pass out, or that you need to eat. You can learn how to make yourself dizzy just for fun, but still be safe.

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Making paper beads is a great way to recycle old letters, koreans, or magazines. Paper beads are also inexpensive, attractive, and can be used for a variety of projects. To make a bead out of pre-designed paper or to design your own using white paper and marker, just follow these instructions.

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Just imagine this: you're fighting at a bar and you have to break a bottle of beer to scare your opponent. Unfortunately, the furniture in the bar is too beautiful to be hit with a bottle. So, what are you going to do? Of course breaking the bottle with his bare hands.

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Make any dinner party a little stylish with elegant napkin folds. Folding napkins is an enduring tradition used in restaurants and homes. Folding napkins is simple, classy and easy to master. Read on for some different instructions on how to fold napkins.

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Play dough (play dough / plasticine) is not meant to be dried or hardened. Play dough contains ordinary clay and oil. The oil content is what makes it non-hardened. If you put it in the oven, as you can with regular clay, the play dough will melt into a puddle.

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A candy bouquet is a sweet gift to serve on any occasion. Making a bouquet of candies is as much fun as receiving it. Use your imagination and create a colorful gift that the recipient will not forget, even after all the candy has been eaten.

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Have you ever dreamed of being a ninja? Now, even without having the speed and abilities of a ninja, you can look like a ninja by following these simple steps. Step Method 1 of 3: Making a Ninja Mask from a T-shirt Step 1. Take a black or other dark color T-shirt and turn it over Your t-shirt may stretch a little while making the ninja mask, but you should be able to use it again later.

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Admit it, making the people closest to you the subject of jokes sometimes gives you immeasurable satisfaction, right? The situation will be even more fun if the subject of your joke isn't easily offended and doesn't mind laughing at himself.

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There are several ways to curl a ribbon, whether it's for a package or for a bobby pin. You can curl the ribbon using scissors. In addition, the cloth tape will need to be heated or sprayed with a starch solution. Either way, it's all easy to do!

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Making booklets can be a fun craft activity on a rainy day, or it can be part of your professional experience. However, there are several methods for creating a booklet, either working on a computer or by hand. Step Method 1 of 3: Making a Booklet By Hand Step 1.

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The cajon is a six-sided drum that originated in Peru and is an easy instrument to make your own. The cajon is a versatile instrument that is fun to play with alternating hands and feet and can produce a variety of sounds and rhythms. You can try to be a good carpenter and make your own cajon with the right ingredients and a well thought out plan.

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Cryptograms can be a fun brain and mind exercise, or they can make you frustrated and want to throw your pencil at the wall. However, learning some easy patterns and tricks can help you crack the code and make cryptograms more enjoyable. Do you want to crack a cryptogram to completion?

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Want to escape from a boring school or meeting at the office? Why not try pretending to be sick? To make your argument sound more convincing, try supplementing it with the typical "vomit" of a person who is not feeling well. Of course you don't have to force yourself to throw up;

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Depending on how much you play with your yo-yo, there may be times when you'll need to change the strings. If you play it all the time like the pros, you can change the string several times a week. Luckily, a new strap costs only a few thousand rupees, so you can keep your yo-yo in tip-top shape for a very low price.

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Torches can be used to light a path, provide light and add ambiance to a patio, or be used to light a campfire when camping. However, you must act with extreme care if you wish to light a torch, and take precautions when handling fires. You can make a variety of torches, depending on the materials available.

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Have you ever imagined having a unique t-shirt for a party, motorcycle race, or special occasion? Or, you want to have a busy life to fill a boring vacation? Why not paint a t-shirt? Painting a t-shirt can be a great way to turn a plain t-shirt into a unique and creative one.

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Origami is a very fun art of paper folding. A heart shape is a simple but effective origami to fold, and the result can be used as a Valentine's Day gift or decoration, a token of love, or to decorate anything you make out of paper. Step Part 1 of 3:

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If you've ever bought a book, you've probably been hit by the confusion that bibliophiles everywhere feel: paper covers or hard covers? Both have their advantages and disadvantages, and by knowing the pluses and minuses, you can make your choice and start reading.

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Slime! The chewy texture and glossy color are so pleasing. Slime is perfect for stress relief and the sound when pulled, sounds exciting. However, what if you find the slime turning rock-hard when you open the storage case? Luckily, there are a few easy tricks to turn your slime back like new.

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Air dry clay (a self-drying clay-like material) is a popular and relatively inexpensive option for creating art projects, both small and large. It can also be a great choice for novice artists and crafters to practice their skills with, and even experienced artists often enjoy the simplicity of air dry clay.