Are you a KIP - er? That UFO in your stash, what's that all about? And that pattern instruction, was it WYIF or WYIB? Huh?

If you are considering sewing with vintage patterns, then you will definitely want to learn the terminology. Vintage patterns come with vintage terminology, not all of which may be familiar. Here are some of the terms you might encounter.

A dog coat might be necessary if you live in a bitter cold climate. Exposure to extremely cold temperatures can be detrimental to the health of a cold natured dog. Dog coats come in every size and color imagineable with features to consider before deciding on which coat is best suited for your situation.

What do you pull out from under the kitchen sink when the spirit moves you to finally do something about great-grandma's what'zit? Makes a big difference. One bottle will destroy the what'zit and another may waste your time, (and maybe destroy it as well!)

Digital cameras has been around for a few years now. Almost everybody is using one today and almost all new photos created are digital too.

A wide variety of materials have been used to make beer steins. Learn the most common types and information on each.

Watercolor paint comes in two different forms. You are probably most familiar with the cakes. You can buy watercolor paint in the form of cakes that is simply color paint pressed together and formed into a cake. You can get the cakes lined up side by side.

During the Middle Ages, family crest rings were beautiful pieces of jewelry that were used by members of the nobility to identify themselves as lords of the manor. Family crest rings can still be used to signify family membership, although now they are also used as a decorative fashion accessory.

The term “abstract art” is like the term “modern music” in the sense that it is a very broad umbrella sheltering a wide variety of art. But like “abstract math,” the general sense of the term is that it is the opposite of the concrete, or “realism.”

In order to mould leather armor, soak it in water until it becomes pliable and soft. Then place it in the mould until it dries and hardens.

Usually the oak woods were used to make the dining tables earlier. They were, round, oval or long in shapes and sizes. Different types of woods were used for different types of styles for making the antique furniture that we could see today.

The collector of soft-drink related collectibles usually gravitates toward the large group of Coca-Cola items available for collecting. Bottles and even cans make great additions to their collections. Coca-Cola is a well-known brand all throughout the world, and their bottle shape and signature logo are recognized by people of all ages and locations.

When browsing through a fishing tackle website or catalog you may well have come across 'Mill End' fly lines being sold at very low prices. Originally, these would have been short bits of fly lines left over at the end of a manufacturing run and sold off cheap as they would not be the normal 30 yards in length and
might have minor defects.

Let us have a look at some of the furniture that we can find some of in museums. Furniture such as the stools which date back to the twelfth century, tea-tables dating back to the late seventeenth century, serving trays made of mahogany, wine-coolers (a receptacle for cooling wine) writing tables, window stools, and work tables.

Born in a time when competing movie monsters were just magnified insects, what is it about Godzilla that has given him a cult following? What has made Godzilla, first called Gojira, grow to become known in both America and Japan as the King of Monsters?

Native American pottery is fun to collect. There are so many
different pueblos, and each one has its own style of pottery.
While collecting the pottery, you are also learning a lot about
Native American art and culture

A blog is a journal that's hosted on the Web and visible to other web users. Blogging is the activity of updating a blog; someone who keeps a blog is a blogger; and the entire universe of blogs is the blogosphere.

Have you ever watched your mosaic grout seemingly shrink before your eyes as it hardens, causing pinholes and depressions? Arrrrg! Now what?

If you’re new to bead craft, or think you might be interested, one of the first questions that might spring to mind is where you can order a supply of beads online. Fortunately, there are a number of reputable online vendors, but before you race to find them, it might be worth taking a moment to consider the advantages and disadvantages of ordering beads online.

Lowrider bikes were originally fashioned after the lowrider cars of the 1960s. They were called by many names from lowriders to dragsters to cruisers to pimp bikes. As their name suggests their body was low to the ground. These bikes also had a long curved banana seat, they had apehanger handlebars and a sissy bar.

chic or want to go for a more aged/weathered/heritage style, distressing your papers will give you the look you desire. Here are five fun ways to add distressing to your scrapbook pages.

Music has played an important part recently in Latin America's politics, the nueva canción movement being a prime example. Latin music is very diverse, with the only truly unifying thread being the use of Latin-derived languages, predominately the Spanish language, the Portuguese language in Brazil, and to a lesser extent, Latin-derived creole languages such as those found in Haiti.

The long absent one dollar United States coin returned with the Eisenhower Dollar series. The last dollar coin had been produced more than 30 years prior. While the series was only a short eight years in duration, it offers coin collectors numerous highlight such as 40% silver coins and a special Bicentennial issue.

Stephan Ludwig, Chairman at Bloomsbury and Dreweatts Auction House, talks exclusively to Paul Fraser Collectibles

'The best items continue to become more and more fought over'

When shopping for an eagle figurine, no doubt you will come across a figurine of the American Bald Eagle. This type of figurine has the US flag on the base and is the perfect way for you to show your patriotic pride.

Custom has evolved two classes of old-time ship model; one group exhibits a remarkable perfection of detail but seldom provided with sails. The other group is scenic in character and is generally represented with all sails set.
Models in this general category include a host of model representations of early and medieval ships. Obviously the methods of making and spreading the sails for this general group of old-time models differs considerably to what must be done for a true scale model.

The Aesthetic Movement was a remarkable phase in British art and design. It affected everything from fashion clothing to wallpaper to porcelain; it included book design and it opened up a completely new freedom in the decorative arts.
The middle classes who took up the movement as a war cry were called the "Aesthetes". Along with Oscar Wilde, who was their leader, they believed that art should permeate every aspect of life, and their rallying cry was, Art for Art's Sake -- or Ars Gratia Artis -

When you pencil in a rough draft, or spontaneous illustration, in fact, you could well state that this is the total opposite to a painting. However, however if you do a quick drawing, if truth be told I would state this is in all probability to ensue the set up of your painting. When you sketch, what you essentially accomplish, is to really formulate divisions of the working area of your representation, its fabrication, and then entrust it to be supplemented with the added particulars later.

The style of revolver holster that you decide will drastically impact your shooting performance. If you choose a handgun holster that is difficult to access, it may have a considerable impact on your rate and perhaps your safety.

To many young children, the lure for collecting and observing
insects is as natural to them as anything they do. Maybe it's
because we're all interested when something new or exciting or
unique happens our way.

We are all collectors. Some of us more so then others. Some us (them) completely clinical about it, and some us (me) are merely the least-little-bit eccentric. Still and all, there are some things about them, that we might -just might- see in ourselves. Here are some insights.

Giclée, is an invented name for the process of making fine art prints from a digital source using ink-jet printing. The word "giclée", from the French language word "le gicleur" meaning "nozzle", or more specifically "gicler" meaning "to squirt, spurt, or spray". It was coined by Jack Duganne, a printmaker working in the field, to represent any inkjet-based digital print used as fine art.

The four C's are the most important words when determining how much the value of a diamond should be. Cut, clarity, color, and caret all play their own part in the end conclusion. When you buy a diamond, it should be accompanied with a certificate of authenticity.

Genealogy has been a popular hobby among people who are eager to learn their family history. Building a family tree requires time, patience and research, but the knowledge gained from searching old family records is well worth the effort.

In today's society, surnames are generally known as last names or even family names. Except for those who choose to drop them, such as Madonna or Cher, virtually everyone in the modern world has one. In some cultures, they are written before given names (what we would call a "first name").

Dating to the early 19th century, these hooked rugs (different from yarn sewn or rag rugs) originated in the New England states and Canadian Maritime Provinces. They were primitive and utilitarian, done with pictorial, floral and geometric designs, often portraying a subject from the maker's life: a home, farm, barnyard animals, pets, birds and flowers. Wool, flannel, and cotton pieces were cut into 1/4 inch-wide strips and then pulled in loops through a stiff woven backing such as burlap.

At least 618,000 Americans died in the Civil War

Of every 1,000 Federals in battle, 112 were wounded

Of every 1,000 Confederates, 150 were hit

The 1st Maine Heavy Artillery, in a charge at Petersburg, Virginia, 18 June 1864, sustained a "record" loss of the war-635 of its 900 men within seven minutes.

If you are thinking of livening up your room with a distinctive piece of art, your options are not limited to paintings, antique furniture, and ornamental plants.

Art Nouveau and Victorian angels and cherubs represented winged heavenly beings, signifying the message of love and were an expression of the Romantic Movement on Jewelry boxes 1900-25

Learn the history of Ugg boots ~ the ultimate fashion statement from Australia.

Rhinestones provide a luxurious sparkle to jewelry, clothing, accessories and other precious pieces. Even the simplest items can be transformed into glamour using them.

Fine sculpture is a staple of the art world. Many, however, mistakenly find it to be something reserved for museums and professional collectors. They may find it too large or delicate for home or personal display. On the contrary, sculpture is a fine art that should be enjoyed by anyone who appreciates emotionally rich and ascetically pleasing art.

In 1995, 17 antique Siamese maps were discovered in the Grand Palace. Ironically, the people who found these rare old maps weren't even looking for them. On a search for old court textiles for an exhibition, officials stumbled upon some cotton sheets with elaborate markings

Cognac is currently experiencing a revival. Made popular once more by rap stars and Russian millionaires sales are now booming. Find out what all the fuss is about.

Experts feel they have discovered a new Leonardo da Vinci painting. A Montreal-based forensic art expert Peter Paul Biro is convinced that he has found another Leonardo masterpiece. In order to identify the artist, a century’s old-fingerprint on the presumed 19th-century German painting was compared to one found on a verified Leonardo. The fingerprints corresponded and the results speak for themselves.

Piercing has been practiced in many cultures for many centuries. Body piercing was often identified with royalty and portrayed courage and virility. Egyptian pharaohs pierced their navels as a rite of passage. Roman soldiers pierced their nipples to show their manhood.

This article provides information about qualities of teak wood and how it has become the material of choice for garden furniture.

Andamento (Italian for “flow”) is the visual movement of your mosaic created by placing tesserae in specific patterns to achieve the desired image (a.k.a. “coursing” your tesserae). What are the basic types of andamento?

One director who is known for his great films based on middle class urban society is Hrishikesh Mukherjee. Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s films shunned any form of violence and crime and were untouched with glamour, which are the basic ingredients of most Indian Films. He proved beyond doubt that a director could make a series of hit movies without masala formulas. His films were based on comedies arising from real life situations, touching human relations, had a simple plot and carved out a middle path

The making and design of porcelain are quite differ from country to country. It all have its unique value and beauty. In this article you will learn more about Sandinavian and Russian made porcelain.

In Protecting Your Collection, Part 1, I talked about security -both general household security, and measures specific to collectors. Now I do HOW-TO on insuring a valuable collection -with-out breaking the bank by upping you premiums. Also, in some ways, security is a mind-set. Here is some advice on getting your head around it all.

So you have decided to buy a digital camera for someone. Digital cameras are hot gift items. They are also high tech devices with many features and options. This article will try to help you pick up the right digital camera by understanding the considerations when buying one.

The Traveller was the flagship of a fleet of twenty-six ships that traded among the Islands of the Caribbean from 1750, until 1829. This enterprise is a salt water saga of vigil, hardships and little ease. The stouthearted family that owned and operated these vessels pitted their resources and courage against the cruel sea for eighty years; sometimes winning great stakes when their luck was in; at other times losing everything through the vagaries of the sea.

Silk sarees has emerged in a new role to beautify the modern Indian woman in their own special way. Breaking the age old designs, Indian south silk sarees especially the artistic art silk saree has created new milestones in making every woman feel special and timeless.

Most cloth items used in a British household are referred to as "linens". On the Internet, we hear about silk linen, hemp linen, so on and so forth.

Having explored the chemistry of stuff -particularly stuff you want to preserve and protect in Preservation: Parts 1 and 2, we now take up the actual HOW-TO preserve and protect your collectibles. Find your checkbook and pay attention.

A man came into his shop with a broken cup that he wanted to replace. The cup was so exquisite that he knew he was handling an entirely different thing from the china he had been importing from England. He knew right away that it was from France, but he was curious about what part of France it had come from. What French potteries were creating this wondrous china?

If you were able to purchase a Karastan rug with a discount, it’s a stylish steal.

What is an educational toy? The answer is easy: a toy or game that teaches and expands their imagination. Children learn when they play. For them, something as simple as a box can become the best educational toy in the world.

Do you like a good detective show? Maybe you watch them on TV or rent DVDs. But, have you ever thought about listening to an old time radio detective show? There are a lot of old radio shows that you might really enjoy. Here are just a few of them.

Various kinds of cloth can be used to easily high-light your collectables and -if you use the right stuff- provide a safe and acid-free environment for your most valuable collectables.

Determining the age of a postcard is a task that can range from easy to impossible and requires knowledge, a keen eye, research and lots of luck. If we are talking about a used post card, many people will just use the postmark date or the date written by the sender in the message. Postmarks are great for determining a postcard is at least "X" number of years old but it is really only good for ...

"Buy the book before the coin" was the slogan of a book dealer for coin collectors over 30 years ago and that is still good advice today and also applies to postcards and any other collectible. Just about every hobby has books to help the collector and postcard collectors have a wide range of helpful books. If you are just beginning, I would suggest "The Postcard Price Guide" by J. L. Mashburn whi

Building a family tree involves trying to locate as many marriage records, birth records, and death records as possible as these three types of documents are integral to genealogical searches.

Swarovski rhinestones are rising in popularity these days. They are pretty little stones that can be used in a wide variety of ways.

My favorite scheme is a simple military medals style shadow box made of varnished wood. The shadow box makes a distinguished knives display and can even be customized to hold a small light to brighten up the exhibit. These shadow boxes are comparatively inexpensive and can be located in some of your large hobby shops or even at the all-purpose department store for five or ten bucks.

Shopping for Sterling Silver Chains? This is the must-read guide you shouldn't be without. It covers all the types and sty;es of silver chains, and what to look to make the right purchase. Silver chains have become more popular, affordable and stylish. Innovative designs and modern techniques of production have made this type of silver jewelry alluring not just for men and women, but also for children.

Damage to a book is cumulative. The repeated incorrect handling and storage of a book can quickly transform a new book into a worn or even an unusable one. Proper handling and storage in a stable, cool, clean, non-humid environment, can prolong its life.

The bobble head is a type toy, the head of which bobbles or wobbles with the help of the spring connected to the body of the toy. The bobble head came into existence in Germany, where it was initially called Nodders.

Why is Michelangelo famous? Why is it that his name shines forth as one of the greatest Renaissance artists, while there are many who score over him in the terms of techniques and execution? Why is it that he is the de facto patron of sculptors and painters? There are three main reasons to justify Michelangelo's claim to this unparallel fame and glory, versatility, volume, and perfection, a combination that was almost out of this world.

The success and use of Vintage Plastics such as Bakelite, Lucite and Celluloid in our past and the ever growing demand of it today. A short history on how it was discovered and how to find it today.

If you want to turn your home garden into a little Eden that you can stay in forever, consider landscape gardening and you can create the perfect sanctuary for yourself.

Shopping for custom jewelry design

Almost everyone in the world recognizes the distinctive logo of Coca Cola. Since Coca Cola became so popular worldwide, the company realized many years ago that issuing collectibles bearing the Coca Cola label would be an excellent form of advertising for their product. Collectors of any age can now find numerous Coca Cola items to fit their tastes and pocketbooks.

Just because your Chinese host asked you personal questions regarding your marital status and your age or about your family background and income, you should not get upset. Such queries are common in Chinese culture and you as a visitor to China should accept them gracefully and answer them honestly.

In this article there is a origami airplanes glossary of some fascinating words you might come across as you learn and explore your interest in origami airplane. Terms like aerodynamics, ailerons, airfoil, crease vs. fold, dihedral and many more are analized.

The oldest existing picture of a chair with wheels is from China – in the 6th Century! The odds that they were around before someone drew a picture that would survive this long are excellent. There is also an image of a wheeled chair from Ancient Egypt. Again, it’s more likely that it exists because their culture made long-lasting images than that they invented antique wheelchairs.

The term chivalry is the general term used to describe the system of knights which flourished during the of the middle ages

The Freemasons have the longest history of any organization in the world. The first Grand Lodge was formed in 1717 in London, but there was loose organization and use of terms and symbols centuries before that. Stonemasons were the founding fathers.

You have heard the value of collectible clocks and want to start a hobby. Or maybe you are a veteran clock collector. Antiques may be your thing or the latest trend of clocks with imprinted artwork. The more you know, the more you'll save when buying. Here is a list that may help:

Piano sheet music is a printed musical notation for piano. Before phonograph and radio became popular, sheet music was used by musicians to make their compositions known to the people. Many of these were piano sheet music since piano was the most popular musical instrument back then.

A good number men dress sunglasses for two good reasons - looking good and protecting eyes. But buying the erroneous hat or sunglasses can kill your posture. This editorial discusses several 7 buying tips.

Knowing how to consign autographs to an auction house can be important when selling valuable autographs. Here are the critical steps you need to know.

Collecting dragons is a hobby like all others that is started by
some because of their cultural background and by others due to
its unusual nature and myth. In China for example, collecting
any type of dragons is considered good fortune and you can see
that by the fact that most Chinese restaurants or houses will
have in a form or the other dragons placed by the main entrance.

Modern day photography dates back to the early 1800's. The word photography is derived from the Greeks; photos meaning light and graphein meaning to draw. The word was first used in 1839 by scientist Sir John FW Herschel to describe a method of recording images. That was 12 years after the first photograph was captured by Frenchman Louis Jacque Mande Daguerre, a professional opera scene painter.

Appraisals satisfy a variety of needs and legal requirements. At some point in our lives (or at perhaps at the end of it) we will all need the services of an appraiser. Appraisals impact your financial status, tax liability, insurance needs, and buying decisions. This article will help you identify the qualified, properly-written appraisals, and show how to avoid untrained, dangerous appraisers.

Following the presidential election in the USA this year, we are going to see more political memorabilia items being sold than following any other election. Political memorabilia is big business and not just for Presidential candidates. As you will soon discover when searching for Hillary Clinton memorabilia there are hundreds, even thousands of different items which you can now purchase.

Born in Boston on January 17, 1706, Benjamin Franklin was the 17th child born to a huge Massachusetts family. Though his family didn’t have the resources to give Benjamin the life he wanted, Benjamin Franklin had gifts enough of his own.

We have all seen traditional Hawaiian flower leis on TV shows and in the movies but very few people actually know very much about them. For instance, what do they symbolize and before the arrival of the first tourists, where were they given out in traditional Hawaiian society. What does it mean when someone receives one?

There is variety of alloys and each alloy has its own specific chemical and mechanical properties.

If you're interested in fossils you may already have knowledge of megalodon teeth and realize that these are not collectibles that you can wear around your neck, but are truly a prized find for any treasure hunter. What do we mean by megalodon teeth and why would anyone want to see one?

Everyone has the right to be safe from harm, whether physically, mentally, emotionally, or financially. Thankfully, as the world gets more dangerous, there are peaceful, non-violent tools out there that can do just as well, if not better, at preventing you from becoming the victim than any weapon ever could.

Not everyone has the energy to constantly run after a pet. If one has more than one pet, constant surveillance is well-nigh impossible. This is why electronic devices to keep your pet within safe limits become a necessity.

It's not been long since Vietnamese art established its ground in the past century. With the Ecole De Beaux Arts opening its doors to local students some 70 years back, began the slow diffusion of Vietnamese art into the local scenario. However, the cultural inception of Vietnamese art goes back much further.

Metal detecting sites are everywhere. Here are nine areas you may not know about.

There are 3 theories as to where it originated:

1) In Arabia, then spread to Tibet and Spain and followed the Arab trade routes to other Mediterranean countries.

2) In South America among a primitive tribe which used crochet adornments in rites of puberty.

3) In China early examples of crochet were known of dolls worked in crochet.

The microscope is an important educational tool used in scientific research and education. It is used to produce a larger image of an object for projects ranging from medical discoveries to important educational training in schools across the nation. Microscopes use technology to allow humans to view objects as they could never be seen with the naked eye alone.

Almost 3 miles from the little town of Norton, in Missouri, on the road leading to Maysville, stands an old house that was last occupied by a family named Harding. Since 1886 no one has lived in it, nor is anyone likely to live in it again. Time and the disfavor of persons private residence thereabout are converting it into a rather picturesque ruin. An observer unacquainted with its history would hardly put it into the category of "haunted houses," yet in all the region round such is its wicke

The Royal Mint of Australia, RAM, further immortalized the kangaroo as a national icon when it started in 1993 to mint a coin in its honor: the Australian Silver Kangaroo. This RAM mintage would be an enriching addition to any coin collection because of its potential intrinsic value.

Australia is also very recognised because of large number of Museums, Operas and hugely attractive sailing. It is a splendid island where people come to beaches for sailing and sightseeing. Sailing is also a popular sport. People there even own boats of themselves and enjoy sailing and boating specially in summer's weekends. Special parties and magnificent dinners are arranged at seashores and beaches. Australian beaches also offer diving which Australians are particularly fond of. There are traditional sailing ships, offering romantic views to couples.