The Standard Yarn Weight System Yarn weight refers to the thickness of the yarn. It’s a range, from super fine to super bulky. There are six different categories of yarn weights, and according to the Craft Yarn Council, specific weights of yarn should produce a somewhat predictable number of stitches when using a particular-sized needle. The higher the number, the heavier the yarn and the fewer stitches per inch you will get but ply doesn’t always correlate to the weight of a particular yarn....

Many people bought these 99.99% pure gold-plated or pure platinum-plated quarters believing that someday they would be able to pay for their child’s college education or enhance their retirement options. Their hopes ran high until they tried to cash in their coin investment for vast sums of money. Those hopes were followed by disappointment when they quickly learned that they were just ordinary quarters plated with a minuscule amount of gold or platinum....

Floral design classes offer students an opportunity to make their own flower arrangements and learn about design concepts for a balanced, professional-looking finish. There are a variety of class levels available, from beginning to expert, so both new and experienced florists can find the right option to learn new skills. Many courses also offer certifications upon completion for those interested in starting a career in floral design. Below, we’ve rounded up the best online floral design classes to help you get started....

Well, TechWelkin is now about two years old. But the journey of my tech blog began way back in 2008. From 2008 to 2011, I did not take this blog seriously and it was just a sort of notepad for me typing my new learning in programming and database fields. I used to run the parent blog of TechWelkin as a free blog on WordPress.com and its name was CTBits (short for Computer Technology Bits)… indeed it was just a collection of bits and pieces which perhaps, only I could make sense of!...

As you may know, trusts in India are governed by the Indian Trusts Act 1882. Most of the states have adopted this act and other have adopted it with a few changes. This act has sections that stipulate as to how a trust should function and who can be a trustee. The Indian Trusts Act 1882 does not explicitly bars an NRI from becoming a trustee but there are a few indirect consequences that may hamper the way....

Here is an example link / button code: Following JavaScript code will capture the onlcik event when a user will click on the button with id “tButton” and call a function called “myFunction”: The onclick property expects a function and NOT a string –so the following code will not work: I hope this was of help to you. Please let me know if you have any question about this topic....

When antique dealers and collectors run across a Victorian postcard album now, the album itself is most often in tatters. The cards tucked safely inside, however, are beautifully preserved. In fact, for being more than 100 years old, most of these cards have held up remarkably well. What Collectors Can Look for Today Holiday Cards. Vintage holiday postcards from the early 1900s to the early 1920s are highly sought after today....

Track Systems Any train that uses the same gauge should be able to use any manufacturer’s track in that gauge. When operating trains from different companies on the same track, the gauge is more important than the scale. For example, G Gauge trains are built to several different proportions, but all share the same wheelbase. But while any G gauge train can ride on any G gauge track, not all G gauge track pieces can be connected to each other....

Crochet is a needlework technique performed using a crochet hook plus fiber or other similar material. Most typically, this material is yarn or crochet thread, but it might also be fabric, wire, twine, or other innovative material. The Goals in Crochet: The most popular goal in crochet is obvious: Crochet enthusiasts hope to complete crochet projects, which are typically objects that are useful, attractive or beneficial in some way. Popular projects include afghans, baby blankets, baby booties, scarves, hats, granny squares, shawls, purses, tote bags and others....

Origins These little guys were made for the H. D. Lee Company Inc., the makers of Lee jeans, and they are marked “Buddy Lee” on the back of each doll. Original clothing will also have a Buddy Lee tag on it. While the attribution is not positive, some doll collectors believe that these were made by the Gem Toy Company. Gem Toy made a line of dolls called Chubby Kid that looks just like the Buddy Lee dolls....

Gather Materials As you are gathering your materials, start thinking about who the bath salts will be for. If they’re for yourself, you can use your favorite colors and scents to create something just for you. If you’re gifting them, consider customizing them for the recipient with their favorite essential oils or their bathroom color palette. Supplies Needed 1 cup Epsom salt1 cup sea salt1/4 cup baking sodaMixing bowlResealable zipper storage bagsFood coloringFunnelGlass containerOptional: scented essential oils...

Jefferson Nickel History and Design The Jefferson nickel was first minted in 1938 and replaced the Buffalo (or Indian Head) nickel minted since 1913. Felix Schlag designed the Jefferson nickel and was paid $1,000 for winning a design competition amongst 390 different artists. However, officials at the United States Mint did not like the style of lettering he chose for the coin and his rendering of Monticello (Jefferson’s home). The winning design had a view of Monticello from the corner of the house....

The scarf can be worn short or long. It’s pretty enough to wear with dressy clothes, but it’s also a nice design for adding a little elegance to an outfit that’s on the casual side. This scarf is very easy to crochet. Crochet Skill Level: Beginner This pattern is easy enough for total beginners; you’ll be crocheting basic stitches, and no shaping is required. Materials Worsted weight yarn: The sample scarf was crocheted using Caron Simply Soft in a color called “Autumn Maize....

The Liberators Brutus, a trusted friend of Caesar’s, conspired with a group of his fellow senators to assassinate Caesar. This group of conspirators called themselves the Liberatores or Liberators. They believed that they would liberate the Roman Republic from the threat of tyranny by a monarch if they could remove Julius Caesar from power. The Assassination of Julius Caesar In 44 BC, on the 15th day of March, a day is known in the Roman calendar as the Ides of March, Brutus and his co-conspirators struck....

Most electric kilns are wired for 240-volt or 208-volt power systems. Test kilns may be wired for 120 volts; if so, they will be compatible with either 208-volt or 240-volt system. Electric kiln heating elements are rated for either 240 or 208 volts. Too much fluctuation (as in power reduction of your electrical service during peak usage hours) adversely affects the kiln’s ability to reach temperature and also shortens the life of the heating elements....

The very idea felt like breaking the rules, so if you’re an embroidery purist this article may make you uncomfortable. And we understand. Aurifil is an Italian thread company best known for their high-quality sewing threads. In recent years they added a line of embroidery floss called Aurifloss. We received a few spools of thread in the different weights and types they manufacture and thought this was a good opportunity to test out a new idea....

The flat spiral stitch is deceptively simple but results in a flexible beadwork which can be subtle or bold depending on the beads you choose. My bracelet was made using bronze 8/0 and 11/0 seed beads and green crystals for a subtle (yet sparkly) results. One variation I like a lot is substituting crystal beads instead of the 8/0 beads on the side. One other change you may need to make to this design is the number of beads you need to go around the center bead....

Here’s what you’ll need for this DIY: Three skeins of yarn in different colorsOne 48-inch wooden dowelScissorsPainter’s tape Step Two: Cut Yarn Cut several pieces of yarn into shorter strips using scissors. The goal is to get the yarn lengths to roughly match, but they don’t have to be exact (you’ll trim them later). Whether or not you measure them is up to you. In general, you want the length of the yarn to be twice as long as the length of the finished wall hanging because each piece will be halved when attached to the dowel....

Use the Best Materials For concrete stepping stones, you have a few different options, depending on the look you’re going for and the amount of work you want to put into mixing your cement. You can purchase stepping stone kits at most craft stores, but if you’re making more than one or two stepping stones, it’s more economical to skip the kits and mix your own concrete. Some options include:...