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Articles in Home | Family And Home | Hobbies articles Title|Newest|Oldest Antique Collectible Perfume Bottles  By : Alvin Loh Article discusses the history and traditional of collectible perfume bottles and how they have evolved throughout time to become pieces of art for today's collectors. Famous Antique Perfume Bottles  By : Alvin Loh Website has an comprehensive collection of Antique Avon Perfume Bottles and other rare perfumes bottles that have been discontinued. Prices are reasonable and there is a wide selection of perfume bottles for your collection. Scripophily Signatures - Real or Not?  By : Larry Crain Authentic, hand-signed signatures on collectible antique stock certificates add historical significance and sometimes value to the documents. This article explains how to determine if autographs are original rather than printed or stamped. Build Wooden Works Clocks--A Hobby For You  By : John Mowatt Wooden works shelf clocks were built in the early 1800s by a number of makers.You can build a reproduction of one of these antique clocks in your home woodwoeking shop.Plans are available to make a copy of an antique clock which is in the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago.The average home workshopper is quite capable of building this wonderful clock. Tactical Watches for the Collecting Enthusiast  By : William Doggett Tactical watches were created from the wrist type of watches that were conceptualized by a man called Louis Cartier. Cartier created a leather strap wrist watch for his Frenchman colleague named Alberto Santos-Dumont. The Thrilling Ride of RC Cars  By : Jeff de Lara Kyosho Cars are the latest and most popular past time of the excite hunting people. Kyosho cars are miniature models of real life cars but you got the ability to control them. RC Kyosho Cars Trigger the Racing Euphoria in the Air  By : Jeff de Lara Kyosho Cars are the latest and most popular past time of the excite hunting people. Kyosho cars are miniature models of real life cars but you got the ability to control them. Caring For Old Stock Certificates  By : Larry Crain If you enjoy Scripophily (the collecting of antique stock certificates), you know they are works of art and should be treated as such. This article discusses how to care for your certificates to retain their appeal and value. Collecting Military Badges  By : John Andersen Individuals who collect military badges do so for a variety of reasons. There are those who served in the military who are interested in collecting them as a remembrance, of sorts. Philately Extends Life  By : Armand Rousso Philately belongs to every person who has ever mailed a letter or admired a beautifully crafted postage stamp. I entered the world of stamp collecting as a young boy at the age of twelve, and several decades later my passion burns as bright as ever. The purpose of this article is to describe the reasons why philately should live, grow and expand throughout the world. This message is for those who have not yet experienced the passions of the art of stamp collecting, and to showcase the intellectual and practical benefits of this wonderful activity. The Hobby RC Cars  By : Jeff de Lara Kyosho Cars are the latest and most popular past time of the excite hunting people. Kyosho cars are miniature models of real life cars but you got the ability to control them. Guide for Cordless Tools  By : FrankBrascon Here are some points to consider regarding the purchase and usage of cordless tools. Halloween Costume Trends for 2008  By : Michiel Van Kets Every year we get the same question; “What is the most popular Halloween Costume?” While it’s impossible to say what the most popular Halloween Costume is or will be, I can share the trends we’re seeing when it comes to Halloween Costumes. Why Handmade? 3 Reasons Why Handmade is the "Hot Gift"  By : Kim Christopherson Do you remember what toys you gave to your children last year? Do your children remember? Learn why the "hot gift" to give this holiday season is handmade! Handmade gifts are memorable... and priceless. Franklin Delano Roosevelt Practiced Philately With His Secretary in 1940!  By : Gaia Bagirian The evidence is shocking but true. In 1940 one of the most revered US presidents in US history and his Secretary of the Interior Harold J. Ickes actively engaged in philately—often late into the night and behind closed doors. They both admitted to associates they were addicted to the practice. It is also a matter of public record that the two men belonged to a network of almost 4000 other “enthusiasts” in an organization known as the American Philatelic Society, where the practice was actively condoned, even glorified. Antique Stocks Collecting Themes - Part III  By : Larry Crain This is the third in a series of articles describing and giving examples of popular collecting themes in Scripophily (the collecting of antique stock certificates). Scented candles – a fragrance of your choice!  By : Clint Jhonson One of our most developed senses is represented by the smell. We have the innate ability to recognize a wide variety of flavors, scents or fragrances, some having a higher appeal than others. Based on these facts, producers have diversified their offers for scented candles, providing fragrances that are ready to dazzle just as the candle starts to burn. Fun and Profit Collecting Barbies  By : Stephen Dolan Just about every little girl in American has owned a Barbie doll. Now collecting these cherished dolls can be big business. Find out all about collectible Barbies in this article. Scripophily Collecting Themes - Part II  By : Larry Crain This is the second of three articles discussing the type groupings, or themes, often used in Scripophily (the collecting of antique stock certificates). History of the Eisenhower Dollar  By : Keith Scott The Eisenhower Dollar was the last of the BIG dollar coins. Read about how it came about Collectible Knives - Great Investment for the Knife Hobbyist  By : William Doggett There are many reasons to purchase a knife; one is for protection and the other is to use it for hunting and camping duties. Another great reason to purchase a knife is for collecting. Collectable knives make a great hobby when you are buying, trading and selling. Katana Sword - The Collector's Information Source  By : William Doggett There are many different katana swords to choose from. First, katana swords are long and were mostly used by warriors in the early years of the Japanese wars and battles. Kitchen Knives for Your Cooking Hobby  By : William Doggett Kitchen knives are a must have for anyone who considers themselves a cooking hobbyist. Using them properly is also a must to ensure that no one gets hurt, for they are sharp and can be dangerous. Knife Sharpeners: Sharpening Your Knives is No Dull Job for the Knife Collector  By : William Doggett Knife sharpening used to consist of grinding the knife against a stone or another hard surface. It could also be hard particles on a supple surface, like that of sandpaper. Using a razor strap made from quality leather would do the job for fine sharpening. Collecting Themes For Scripophily  By : Larry Crain The collecting of antique stock certificates (Scripophily) is often organized by type, or theme, according to passion or personal attraction. Examples are given and described. What Makes Barbies So Successful  By : Low Jeremy The Barbie doll is probably the most successful toy franchise in recent centuries. Every second, two Barbie dolls are being sold in over 150 nations around the world. It is currently a billion dollar industry, with interests not only in toys but also in computers, television and even movies. What You Should Know When Collecting Vintage Barbie Dolls  By : Low Jeremy Barbie is a well known brand of dolls that have revolutionized the idea of the way little girls view and play will dolls. Barbie is a product of an American company called Mattel but interestingly enough, its inspiration came from Europe. The Art of Stamp Collecting  By : Stephen Dolan Few hobbies are as widespread as stamp collecting. There's a huge variety of stamps, and it is a relatively inexpensive collectable, making it accessible to anyone. Find out here how to get started in this fascinating hobby. A Handmade Scrapbook. Easy to make and cherished for years.  By : Sandee Lembke How many times have you shared photos only for people to ask you for copies? This step by step process teaches you how to make handmade scrapbooks that can be given away to multiple people as gifts. Rare Coin Valuation And Price Guides  By : Erica J Miles If Rare Coin Collecting interests you then you need to read this article. It offer valuable information about how rare coins are valued and graded. Weapons of Death Become Art - Katana Sword Collecting  By : William Doggett The Katana swords were made as a weapon of death, and today there is a huge area of Katana sword collecting. Now that they are becoming real art and not the objects of their intended purpose, the katana swords are being displayed in bedrooms and showrooms across the country. Easy, Fun Games With Numbers  By : Malcolm Blake Games with numbers can be great fun and excercise the mind! This article gives some number games that are easy to follow. Fun Games for Teenagers  By : Malcolm Blake An article with fun, energetic, group games for teenagers. Gramma’s Rocking Chair  By : Cheryle Hoover Davis She sat, enfolded in shadows, brushing her long, dark hair. Gramma rocked gently, the rhythm of her brush matching the soft ‘tap tap’ of her slippers on the floor. Organizing Your Family History  By : Cheryle Hoover Davis How many times have you set about to write your family history, only to run across the daunting task of putting it all together in a manner which will make sense? Read this article for tips and tricks of getting past the clutter! Pursuing Bobblehead Collection For Beginners  By : Ron c Edwards A bobblehead is basically a toy or collectible image that has an oversized head which wobbles on a spring connected to the torso of the toy or collectible image. Since the head wobbles or “bobbles”, the term used to describe such a toy or collectible image became bobblehead. Techniques, tools & processes used when filing precious metals  By : Adam Hunter-4587 Adam Hunter of Cookson Precious Metals covers the essential techniques, tools & processes used when filing precious metals – gold, silver & platinum. How To Clean Artificial Silk Flowers  By : Susan Banks Sr Freshly cut flowers are very pleasing to the eye. Placing an arrangement of freshly cut flowers in a vase that sets them off properly will bring instant color and beauty to a room no matter how drab and shabby it may have otherwise been. Most people are cheered up by the sight of freshly cut flowers in a lovely vase. However, there are other people who cannot abide being near freshly cut flowers, mainly because they are allergic to them. For such people artificial silk flowers are seen as a suitable alternative. Why you should make a hobby from digital photography  By : ebet sanders One thing that I discovered during my experience with digital photography, after 20 years of shooting film Marble Chess Sets – The Choice of Nobility  By : Michiel Van Kets Marble chess sets have graced the table of nobility since the Middle Ages. Although typically classical in nature, marble chess sets can, and have been, designed in the most inventive styles that would wow even the most jaded collector. Zippo Windproof Lighters - Collect An American Icon  By : Jim Olivero You do not have to be a smoker to be a collector of Zippo Lighters. This lighter is a piece of classic American workmanship that has proved itself as being an ideal object to collect, to use and to be seen with. Zippo Lighters, first manufactured in the early 1930s, represent one of the fastest growing categories in the world of collectibles. They have become an American icon. They are James Dean cool, Corvette sleek, and as American as apple pie. Historical, dependable and highly collectible. The Basics Of Candle Making  By : Susan Banks Sr Before electricity was discovered and before light bulbs were invented, candles were the main source of illumination inside a building. This makes candle making a very necessary art. But even though electric light bulbs are now the main source of light everywhere, candles remain popular because they add to indoor surroundings a touch of coziness and romance in the atmosphere. Starting off with digital scrapbooking is easy and fun  By : John Foster Add more fun and creativity to your life through digital scrapbooking. Caring For Your Collectible Dolls  By : Susan Banks Sr For many people, dolls are not just playthings for girls. They are items of beauty and historical value, and they are often indicators of the mores of the times when they were made. Any doll can become a collectible doll, whether it is a French bisque doll, a china doll, a cloth doll, a vintage Barbie or even a modern Bratz doll, as long as it is valued and loved. DIY scrapbooking-Treasure lost memories  By : John Foster DIY scrapbooking involves fun and excitement. Knife Sharpeners: Sharpening Your Knives is No Dull Job  By : William Doggett Knife sharpening used to consist of grinding the knife against a stone or another hard surface. It could also be hard particles on a supple surface, like that of sandpaper. Using a razor strap made from quality leather would do the job for fine sharpening. The slighter the slant among the stone the more razor sharp the knife would be. What do You, Me and Mr. Paul K. Miller have in Common?  By : Jack Deal What will become of all your personal pictures and papers when you die? Will your family do like most and divide up what they want and Goodwill the rest? Scrapbooking- Unfolds your lost memories  By : John Foster Scrapbooking is a modern way to cherish priceless memories. Determining Coin Values  By : Harjeet Kaur Factors that Influence the Value of Collectible Coins If you are interested in collecting coins, it’s important to be able to have a rough idea of how much coins are worth. Knowing how coin values are determined will enable you to find good deals, and ensure that you don’t get cheated into paying too much money for a coin with a low worth. How Do You Learn To Dance?  By : Kevin Shwe Learn to dance? Where do you begin? Find out the ins and outs of different dance learning methods and what it takes to really learn how to dance skilfully. 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