This article provides a list of hobbies for paper fiends who may need to take their love of paper to the next level. It gives brief descriptions of the art of origami, cardmaking, scrapbooking, paper weaving, and paper sculpture. The article also provides useful tips for what to do with finished paper projects. | Read More →

More people are rediscovering the joys of working with paper and creating cards, a near artifact in the digital age. In the same way that a Zen monk can spend hours in silent meditation to attain enlightenment, the cardmaker can spend hours rearranging elements on paper to produce the perfect card. The card creation process instills the practitioner with the calm and peace of a good meditation. The cardmaker does not aim to attain nirvana at the end of the process but reaches something close to it. | Read More →

Paper quilling is an exquisite form of art that is gradually being forgotten as the years pass. It’s easy to learn and can yield beautiful results. With nothing more than a few strips of paper, you can create a masterpiece. | Read More →

Knitters love giving hand-made gifts to friends and family. This article discusses considerations and pitfalls you should be aware of when choosing a project. These tips help avoid mistakes in planning, and subsequent disappointment. | Read More →

The candles industry is booming and it is easy to understand why; they are a mood enhancer, air freshener, centerpiece, decoration and perfect hostess gift all in one. Because of their popularity the market for candles has exploded with so many varieties that it may be difficult to choose what kind of candle to purchase. There are many elements to consider: scent, color, shape, size and composition. While all these aspects are important, the composition of the candle is an excellent place to start as it affects all the other elements. | Read More →

This is a list of 9 reasons coloring books for adults are good for stress relief. There is an intro explaining the rise in popularity of these books as well as the rise in stress levels, and then 9 points with brief explanations for each, and a brief conclusion. | Read More →