One of the most common crafts that handcrafters indulge in is sewing. This is because there are so many possibilities in this specific craft. To those who are planning to become handcrafters and specialize in sewing whether for a business or as an avenue to release creativity by producing wonderful pieces... 

The leading soft toy manufacturer in America, is also the oldest. GUND was founded in 1898, in Norwalk, Connecticut by Adolph Gund. GUND was one of the first companies to design and produce teddy bears in the early 1900’s. A young Russian immigrant, Jacob Swedlin, took a modest job at GUND in 1907.... 

I have just heard a got hold of a very fascinating story on rag doll cats and how they came into being. So here it is the fascinating and the most interesting story that I have ever read and possibly a story that you will enjoy as much as I did. The story is about a woman named Ann Baker. This woman... 

At present, there are many types of cat food available in the market. But cats have specific dietary requirements at different times of their life and you have to give them food accordingly. Cat food can be roughly divided into three types – moist, dry and semi moist. In general, kittens require... 

Coin collection is one of the most prevalent and widespread collecting hobbies in existence. The hobby of coin collection is very old, and perhaps one of the only hobbies that can make you rich (however, the probability is very small). Hobbyists collect coins for a wide variety of reasons. Some collect... 

The drop spindle is one of the most basic tools for spinning and weaving. To successfully make thread, you need to use the drop spindle correctly. There are different mechanisms for using the device, depending on what you are trying to achieve. You can spin using various types of spindles too. Some individuals... 

Quilts are bed coverings made up of three layers: a quilt top, a layer of batting, and a layer of material for backing. The layers are usually combined using the technique of quilting. Quilting is the process of using a needle and thread to combine two or more layers of cloth. This step may be only functional,... 

When you are young and have the burning power of youth inside of you, you can enjoy a wide variety of hobbies. Young people enjoy active sports like football and weightlifting. But, once the years start packing on, it becomes harder and harder to get involved in these types of sports. For many people,... 

Teddy bears, teddy bears everywhere. Teddy bears are the most popular of all toys. Cute, soft and cuddly, they have a way of comforting us when we are lonely, ill or afraid. Teddy bears listen to our opinions without argument, hear our problems without attempting to solve them, and understand when we... 

Crochet came from the word croc, which is French for hook. Crocheting is an art of fabric creation from a thread, cord or other materials using a crochet hook. Beginnings Some say that the craft of crocheting originated from some parts of South America, Arabia and China. However, there has been no...