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If you're like many people, you're always on the hunt for new and exciting ways to spend your free time. Learn about hobbies that might interest you: whether it's playing poker or making photo memory quilts, we have authoritative guides that will help you get started with your new hobby.

Get your family and friends involved with a wide variety of board games and card games! Bunko, baccarat, 5 card draw, bridge, hearts, pinochle... the list goes on and on.

Some of the most popular hobbies are crafts. Do you want to learn how to use a sewing machine? Interested in joining the world of scrapbooking enthusiasts? What about learning about paper mache or improving your photography and Photoshop skills? Our craft guides have all of the information you need to create beautiful projects.

While you're expressing your creative side, why not learn a musical instrument like guitar or piano? If you've always been intimidated by the sheet music, fear not - learn how to read it here with our authoritative guides! Get the tips you need to draw trees, faces and hair. Learn ballet – even the hula dance.

Finally, what about embracing your inner science geek? Wouldn't you like to identify those birds, animals and insects? Get into birding! Start a salt water aquarium! Dust off that rock collection and add to it! Learn to raise earthworms or even produce steel! The possibilities are endless, so make the most of your time.

How To Make a Duvet

 
 
 
 
 
October 14, 2009
An easy, inexpensive, and fun way to get ready for cooler weather is to make your own duvet. Follow these easy steps to sew a duvet.

How To Make a Bouquet with Ranunculus

 
 
 
 
 
October 14, 2009
Here's how to create tight, formal ranunculus bouquets.

How To Buy Sculpture Art

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
If you are thinking of getting either an indoor or outdoor sculpture art, please check these following guidelines first.

How To Find Computer Game Reviews

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
To help you decide what computer game to download, check these following ways first on how to find game reviews.

How To Find a Leather Badge Holder for a Gift

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
It is hard to think of a gift fit for a professional. However, for those required to carry a badge day after day, then there is nothing more perfect than a leather badge holder.

How To Make a Decorative Plate

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
A frosted decorative plate is an easy way to add to your décor. It will allow you to give your current décor a boost, with your own personal touch.

How To Make a Fitted Crib Bed Sheet for Toddlers

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
Making a fitted crib sheet is a good beginner project. If you can measure and sew a seam, with a sewing machine or by hand, you can make a sheet for your toddler's bed.

How To Make a Fashion Pin for a Fundraiser

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
These fundraising crafts will be initial pins in assorted shapes. Circles, squares, rectangles and other fashion pin shapes are available, including many holiday shapes.

How To Make a Fairy Princess Crown

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
A crown is even more special, when the fairy princess gets to help design and decorate it. You will need some supplies before beginning your princess crown.

How To Make a Unique CD Cover

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
If you burn your own CDs, then you probably either put them in a CD case, or the case that the blank CD came in. It would be so much better though, if you could make your own cover...

How To Make a Child's Apron

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
If you have children, you know that you will get stains. The best way to save money on stains that are made because of fun arts and crafts is to invest in a child's apron.

How To Make a Clown Pinata

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
By following these simple directions, and using basic, inexpensive materials, you can learn how to make a clown piñata.

How To Make a Car Donation to Help Wounded Veterans

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
If you want to do something special for our wounded veterans, to thank them for their service, and dedication, why not consider a car donation?

How To Make a Bubble Blower

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
Thinking of making a homemade bubble blower? You have lots of options to choose from.

How To Find Vintage Poster Art

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
If you are into vintage poster art and you want to purchase some pieces for yourself, here's how to go about finding and buying vintage poster art.

How To Find Fine Art Posters

 
 
 
 
 
October 12, 2009
Fine art posters can be found in locations other than galleries. Learn about the various types of art that are considered as fine art and where to find them.

How To Create a Coin Album

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
Whether you collect pennies, nickels, dimes, or silver dollars, coin albums are a nice way to keep your collectibles safe and easily managed.

How To Find the Value of Your Commemorative Coins

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
When collecting commemorative coins, it is important to know not just the market value of the coin you’re eyeing, but the history as well.

How To Use a Screen Printing Machine

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
Screen printing is a popular, simple method of creating custom tee designs. It's easy to learn how to use a screen printing machine.

How To Sew a Karate Uniform for Your Child

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
Since the karate uniform is a must-have for children in karate class, it’s good to sew it yourself rather than buy the more expensive uniforms.

How To Do Insect Identification

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
If you come across an odd bug, you may want to do insect identification to figure out exactly what it is. There are lots of resources to help you.

How To Use an Insect Guide

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
An insect guide is a perfect tool for trying to identify any little critters you may run across. Insect guides are handy and very easy to use.

How To Set Up Stage Lights

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
When you're putting together any type of live production, it's crucial to understand how to set up your stage lights.

How To Identify Japanese Katana Swords

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
The katana is a traditional Japanese sword which is used for open combat. Learn how to identify the many types of katana.

How To Make a Technical Illustration

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
Technical illustrators are always in high demand. If you can make a technical illustration from direct observation, you can easily find work.

How To Use Video Game Software

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
So you'd like to play a video game. In order to use video game software, you're going to have to play it on a platform.

How To Build a Homemade Pottery Wheel

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
To help you on how to build a homemade potter’s wheel, here are the steps that you need to take.

How To Find Handicraft Importers

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
It is one thing to be able to purchase individual handicraft materials. But it is quite another to find the source of the handicrafts themselves in the form of handicraft importers.

How To Download Monopoly

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
Monopoly is by far one of the best and most treasured classic board games of all time.

How To Visit a Classic Carousel

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
The classic carousel is not just an item, but it is also something that sparks sentimentality. It represents an age that was almost long forgotten.

How To Buy Music

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
Rather than buying an entire CD from a store, you can purchase only the songs you like on the Internet. Learn how to buy music through iTunes.

How To Play the African Drums

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
The African drum most commonly played is the djembe drum. Play the African drums by learning the three types of sounds made by hitting the drum in three different areas.

How To Find a List of Book Club Books

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
Are you a member of a book club? Read these suggestions to help you find a list of book club books.

How To Choose a Chess Game Table

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
Chess has been used to teach the importance of strategy and tactics in life and war. Read these considerations for choosing a chess game table prior to your purchase.

How To Enjoy The Beatles Album – Let It Be

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
The Beatle's "Let It Be" album is so well written and recorded it could pass for having just been done and was well ahead of its time.

How To Find Digital Photo Printing Online

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
To make your search easier and faster, here are online digital photo printing sites that you can check out.

How To Keep Track of the Latest New Music Releases

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
For people who have very little experience with searching the new music releases, a few places to begin with when you are looking for your favorite band’s newest song. 


How To Play Management Games

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
Time management games are a popular new gaming genre. Even celebrities like Megan Fox have admitted to playing management games.

How To Play Online Video Games

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
If you love video games, you'll find hundreds that you can play online. It's easy to find - and fun to play - online video games.

How To Take Art Classes

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
If you'd like to expand your creativity and develop your artistic skills, why not take an art class? With just a little planning, it's easy to do.

How To Make Craft Kits

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
Making craft kits is an easy and profitable way to turn a hobby into a business or to expand an existing craft business.

How To Download the Jeopardy Theme Song

 
 
 
 
 
October 10, 2009
Download the Jeopardy theme song and use it for your next party with friends and family.

How To Make a Dartboard Cabinet

 
 
 
 
 
October 10, 2009
Playing darts is a skill game that demands concentration and eye-hand coordination to allow for consistent results. Make a dartboard cabinet to store the supplies.

How To Create a Sculpture Garden

 
 
 
 
 
October 10, 2009
Gardens are probably the best places to display larger sculptures if they can withstand the weather. Read tips for creating your own sculpture garden.

How To Make a Canvas Print

 
 
 
 
 
October 10, 2009
Canvas is not only used for oil paintings; it can also be used as a medium to print digital pictures, through using your computer printer.

How To Make Pottery Plates

 
 
 
 
 
October 10, 2009
Anyone, from a beginner pottery maker to the most advanced potter, can make a pottery plate. Here is how to make a simple pottery plate.

How To Do Drama Acting

 
 
 
 
 
October 10, 2009
The professional actor is always on top of his lines, and this practice should start early in one's career. Read tips for drama acting.

How To Choose Music Books

 
 
 
 
 
October 10, 2009
Most large music stores have a separate department set aside for musicians to locate specific music books. Learn how to choose music books.

How To Do a Book Search

 
 
 
 
 
October 10, 2009
Searching for different versions or issues of a book has become a fairly simple task with the creation of the internet. There are several sites that offer information on availability...

How To Play Hand Drums

 
 
 
 
 
October 9, 2009
Playing hand drums requires dedication and practice, but also brings hours of enjoyment. Read tips for playing hand drums, including how to strike for various sounds.
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