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  • Why Teddy Bears Are So Widely Loved  By : Andrea Flint
    Teddy bears are hugely popular among people of all ages and backgrounds. Where did they originate, and what gives them their unique appeal?
  • Backyard Beekeeping - Steps To Get Started  By : Timothy Staylor
    Do you have a hidden beekeeper waiting to be unleashed on the inside of you? If you are where I was, then you may be interested in getting started as a beekeeper, but you may be wondering if it is right for you. I considered this same question.
  • Guide to Using Woodworking Jigs  By : Guy Morris
    Woodworking jigs are extremely useful pieces of equipment, it only takes one time with a jig to discover that you could never do the job without one in future! It's always annoying if you drill holes too deep, or you can't hang pictures straight. There are so many tasks which can be made so much easier by using the right woodworking jig.
  • Macrame is a Fascinating Ancient Craft  By : Diane Kelly
    You might be interested to know that the traditional craft of macrame originated with ancient Arab weavers of hand-loomed fabrics. In the 13th century these weavers used to tie knots on the excess thread or yarn along the edges of the fabric to make decorative fringes on things like veils, shawls and bath towels. This technique of using knotted yarn rather than weaving or knitting for textile-making is called macrame.

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