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9	Skip Driving to the Office for the Summer If you don’t live too far from the office or don’t have to take any major roads to get there, and your office doesn’t have too strict of a dress code policy, you could try and see if walking or taking a bike would be an option for you. read more... By Torri Myler \| Jul-09-2010
8	Cigar Humidors-Glass top humidor or solid wood? Is a glass top humidor better than a solid wood humidor? Many people struggle when deciding which type of humidor to purchase. This article discusses the merits and arguments for both. read more... By Walker Wild \| Jun-24-2010
7	Knitting Basics - Casting Off Part 1 Casting off is what you have done once you have finished your work and it is a way of getting the stitches off the needle. We are going to look at what casting off is important and also consider a number of ways in which you can cast off. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| Jun-22-2010
11	Knitting Basics -Tension Gauges On all knitting patterns you will see something called the tension and this is absolutely vital to your knitting. For that reason we have dedicated a whole section to it and will explain what they are, how to test them and get it right. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| Jun-02-2010
15	Yarn Review – Debbie Bliss Amalfi Debbie Bliss has a large range of yarns and the Amalfi yarn was launched for Spring / Summer 2010 and is a mix of cotton, viscose, linen and silk. When looking for yarns we appreciate that if can be very difficult to select the right one especially on the internet. So for that reason we are going to give you some more information on the Debbie Bliss Amalfi including what it is like to knit with. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| Jun-01-2010
13	Knitting Basics – Understanding the Equipment Before you begin knitting it is important to get prepared. This includes knowing what equipment you need and getting it all prepared before you begin. We are going to look at the basic accessories as well as some other essentials that you may need. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| Jun-01-2010
16	Knitting Basics - Holding your Knitting Part 2 Previously we have looked at the best ways to hold your needles in order to get the most effective and comfortable knitting technique. In this article we are going to look at various ways you can hold the yarn. There are three techniques we will consider and we would recommend you try them and find the one that is most comfortable for you. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| May-20-2010
15	Knitting Basics - Holding your Knitting In this article we are going to give you some tips and advice on how to hold your work when knitting. It includes some general advice as well as some of the common problems people face and what to do if you are left handed. It is very important to hold your knitting in the right way, both for the quality of the work and also for your comfort. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| May-19-2010
17	Knitting Basics - Understanding Stitches If you are a knitting beginner then it is a good idea to start your learning at the very beginning and to learn just what stitches are. This will allow you to understand what you are doing and so make the whole process a lot simpler for you. In this article we will look not only at what stitches are but also how they should sit on the needle and what size they are. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| May-18-2010
49	Books in Your Home: How to Determine their Value If you have a 200-year old family bible, or an old leather bound set of Charles Dickens, or a collection of leather bindings in foreign languages - you may be wondering if they are worth anything in the age of selling collectibles on ebay and other venues. read more... By Thatcher Wine \| May-08-2010
22	The First Choice Of The Masses Although there are several types of train scales in the market, the trains ho scales is the clear favorite. So, what are the reasons that make the trains ho scales, the best? First of all, the design of these scales is excellent. read more... By Polly Glenn \| May-05-2010
49	Cigars – ultimate smoking pleasure We have often noticed that as compared to the cigarettes, the cigars act as a determinant of one’s status in the society. They are used by rich and famous personalities and are valued by veteran smokers. read more... By E. Turner \| Apr-29-2010
27	Jump on your hobby horse! What brings in a sense of success, satisfaction, lifts depression, develops mental wellbeing whilst attracting a social circle? Answers on a postcard... read more... By Caz \| Apr-14-2010
33	Smoking cigars is a prestige now! Have you recently started smoking? You must have tried several brands in cigarettes, and subsequently narrowed down on one for your regular smoke. Either you would opt for a mild one or a strong version! Similarly, in cigars, there are several brands available that can set one’s social status. read more... By E. Turner \| Apr-07-2010
39	Fyberspates Yarns Fyberspates is one of our newer yarn producer and we think it is important that you know just what they offer. In this article we will give you some background information on the company and also give you some information on the high quality yarns they are offering. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| Mar-31-2010
66	Using Water Bottles As Art There are many art projects you can engage in by using water bottles. This is a great way to create something beautiful whilst recycling. Encourage your young ones and others to go GREEN with these crafts endeavors. read more... By Amin Ramjee \| Mar-30-2010
20	The Araucania Yarns Araucania Yarns is a company that is not well known but are producing great yarns that will enable you to make fantastic clothes. As well as that they have some fashionable pattern books that will really get you inspired. In this article we are going to look at just what Araucania Yarns are trying to achieve and what they can offer you. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| Mar-23-2010
39	Medicaid Programs Confuse Smokers Willing to Quit More Anti-Tobacco Programs is needed for Medicaid Recipients Recently scientists found that not enough help and actions are received from Medicaid programs in West Virginia, which has the country’s highest smoking rate. read more... By Kat Harison \| Mar-18-2010
59	Varieties of Cigars: A Brief Guide The wrapper is the outside layer of the cigar. As its name implies, it contains the contents of the cigar in a tight womb, binding it together. The wrapper is usually made of the larger and lower pieces of the tobacco plant. read more... By Cigar1 \| Feb-24-2010
46	Treat Your Cigars Well with a Quality Humidor A cigar humidor is a container that is used to store and preserve cigars. They are often wooden boxes that come in various sizes based on the number of cigars they are designed to hold, from a handful to several hundred or more. read more... By Cigar1 \| Feb-23-2010
61	Quality Cigars: What to Look For Whether you are looking for a thoughtful gift for someone special, or a treat to savor for yourself, buying a quality cigar merits a careful selection process. Like most of the finer things in life, there are countless factors involved in choosing a quality cigar. read more... By Cigar1 \| Feb-22-2010
67	Best Regions for Cigars from Around the World The flavor and aroma of a cigar is directly impacted by its country of origin. Variations in soil conditions, temperature, humidity, sunlight and a myriad of other unique factors all come into play to create distinct characteristics in tobacco leaves. read more... By Cigar1 \| Feb-19-2010
91	Your Money’s Worth: Why Are Anime Figures Expensive? Anime figures are not mere toys but actually forms of art recognised in Japanese society. read more... By Luke Wildman \| Feb-02-2010
245	Musical Toys - 5 Cool Musical Video Games Kids Want, Like, NOW! Band Guitar Lego Rock Hero DJ...what?? Here's a parent's guide to the 5 coolest musical video games your kids really want! read more... By Zach Wyrick \| Dec-07-2009
114	Debbie Bliss Knitting Wool, the Complete Line of the World’s Finest Wools Sheep wool is the most popular and favorite amongst the various types of wools. There are, however, various sources of Debbie Bliss knitting wool other than merino sheep. read more... By Luke Wildman \| Nov-18-2009

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9	Skip Driving to the Office for the Summer If you don’t live too far from the office or don’t have to take any major roads to get there, and your office doesn’t have too strict of a dress code policy, you could try and see if walking or taking a bike would be an option for you. read more... By Torri Myler \| Jul-09-2010
8	Cigar Humidors-Glass top humidor or solid wood? Is a glass top humidor better than a solid wood humidor? Many people struggle when deciding which type of humidor to purchase. This article discusses the merits and arguments for both. read more... By Walker Wild \| Jun-24-2010
7	Knitting Basics - Casting Off Part 1 Casting off is what you have done once you have finished your work and it is a way of getting the stitches off the needle. We are going to look at what casting off is important and also consider a number of ways in which you can cast off. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| Jun-22-2010
11	Knitting Basics -Tension Gauges On all knitting patterns you will see something called the tension and this is absolutely vital to your knitting. For that reason we have dedicated a whole section to it and will explain what they are, how to test them and get it right. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| Jun-02-2010
15	Yarn Review – Debbie Bliss Amalfi Debbie Bliss has a large range of yarns and the Amalfi yarn was launched for Spring / Summer 2010 and is a mix of cotton, viscose, linen and silk. When looking for yarns we appreciate that if can be very difficult to select the right one especially on the internet. So for that reason we are going to give you some more information on the Debbie Bliss Amalfi including what it is like to knit with. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| Jun-01-2010
13	Knitting Basics – Understanding the Equipment Before you begin knitting it is important to get prepared. This includes knowing what equipment you need and getting it all prepared before you begin. We are going to look at the basic accessories as well as some other essentials that you may need. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| Jun-01-2010
16	Knitting Basics - Holding your Knitting Part 2 Previously we have looked at the best ways to hold your needles in order to get the most effective and comfortable knitting technique. In this article we are going to look at various ways you can hold the yarn. There are three techniques we will consider and we would recommend you try them and find the one that is most comfortable for you. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| May-20-2010
15	Knitting Basics - Holding your Knitting In this article we are going to give you some tips and advice on how to hold your work when knitting. It includes some general advice as well as some of the common problems people face and what to do if you are left handed. It is very important to hold your knitting in the right way, both for the quality of the work and also for your comfort. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| May-19-2010
17	Knitting Basics - Understanding Stitches If you are a knitting beginner then it is a good idea to start your learning at the very beginning and to learn just what stitches are. This will allow you to understand what you are doing and so make the whole process a lot simpler for you. In this article we will look not only at what stitches are but also how they should sit on the needle and what size they are. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| May-18-2010
49	Books in Your Home: How to Determine their Value If you have a 200-year old family bible, or an old leather bound set of Charles Dickens, or a collection of leather bindings in foreign languages - you may be wondering if they are worth anything in the age of selling collectibles on ebay and other venues. read more... By Thatcher Wine \| May-08-2010
22	The First Choice Of The Masses Although there are several types of train scales in the market, the trains ho scales is the clear favorite. So, what are the reasons that make the trains ho scales, the best? First of all, the design of these scales is excellent. read more... By Polly Glenn \| May-05-2010
49	Cigars – ultimate smoking pleasure We have often noticed that as compared to the cigarettes, the cigars act as a determinant of one’s status in the society. They are used by rich and famous personalities and are valued by veteran smokers. read more... By E. Turner \| Apr-29-2010
27	Jump on your hobby horse! What brings in a sense of success, satisfaction, lifts depression, develops mental wellbeing whilst attracting a social circle? Answers on a postcard... read more... By Caz \| Apr-14-2010
33	Smoking cigars is a prestige now! Have you recently started smoking? You must have tried several brands in cigarettes, and subsequently narrowed down on one for your regular smoke. Either you would opt for a mild one or a strong version! Similarly, in cigars, there are several brands available that can set one’s social status. read more... By E. Turner \| Apr-07-2010
39	Fyberspates Yarns Fyberspates is one of our newer yarn producer and we think it is important that you know just what they offer. In this article we will give you some background information on the company and also give you some information on the high quality yarns they are offering. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| Mar-31-2010
66	Using Water Bottles As Art There are many art projects you can engage in by using water bottles. This is a great way to create something beautiful whilst recycling. Encourage your young ones and others to go GREEN with these crafts endeavors. read more... By Amin Ramjee \| Mar-30-2010
20	The Araucania Yarns Araucania Yarns is a company that is not well known but are producing great yarns that will enable you to make fantastic clothes. As well as that they have some fashionable pattern books that will really get you inspired. In this article we are going to look at just what Araucania Yarns are trying to achieve and what they can offer you. read more... By Mercedes Aspland \| Mar-23-2010
39	Medicaid Programs Confuse Smokers Willing to Quit More Anti-Tobacco Programs is needed for Medicaid Recipients Recently scientists found that not enough help and actions are received from Medicaid programs in West Virginia, which has the country’s highest smoking rate. read more... By Kat Harison \| Mar-18-2010
59	Varieties of Cigars: A Brief Guide The wrapper is the outside layer of the cigar. As its name implies, it contains the contents of the cigar in a tight womb, binding it together. The wrapper is usually made of the larger and lower pieces of the tobacco plant. read more... By Cigar1 \| Feb-24-2010
46	Treat Your Cigars Well with a Quality Humidor A cigar humidor is a container that is used to store and preserve cigars. They are often wooden boxes that come in various sizes based on the number of cigars they are designed to hold, from a handful to several hundred or more. read more... By Cigar1 \| Feb-23-2010
61	Quality Cigars: What to Look For Whether you are looking for a thoughtful gift for someone special, or a treat to savor for yourself, buying a quality cigar merits a careful selection process. Like most of the finer things in life, there are countless factors involved in choosing a quality cigar. read more... By Cigar1 \| Feb-22-2010
67	Best Regions for Cigars from Around the World The flavor and aroma of a cigar is directly impacted by its country of origin. Variations in soil conditions, temperature, humidity, sunlight and a myriad of other unique factors all come into play to create distinct characteristics in tobacco leaves. read more... By Cigar1 \| Feb-19-2010
91	Your Money’s Worth: Why Are Anime Figures Expensive? Anime figures are not mere toys but actually forms of art recognised in Japanese society. read more... By Luke Wildman \| Feb-02-2010
245	Musical Toys - 5 Cool Musical Video Games Kids Want, Like, NOW! Band Guitar Lego Rock Hero DJ...what?? Here's a parent's guide to the 5 coolest musical video games your kids really want! read more... By Zach Wyrick \| Dec-07-2009
114	Debbie Bliss Knitting Wool, the Complete Line of the World’s Finest Wools Sheep wool is the most popular and favorite amongst the various types of wools. There are, however, various sources of Debbie Bliss knitting wool other than merino sheep. read more... By Luke Wildman \| Nov-18-2009