http://www.upublish.info/Category/Hobbies/112 Hobbies articles from U Publish Articles Rss Follow Up Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:09:15 -0400 Collectible Barbie dolls from the late 50's and early 60's can still be found. Here is what to look for in early Barbies. Collectors look for certain things and value the doll accordingly. There is a place where you can find many early Barbies.For as little as $1 and up you will find all kinds of Barbie dollas and accessories listed for sale. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Early-Barbie-Dolls--Collect-And-Make-Money/149977 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Early-Barbie-Dolls--Collect-And-Make-Money/149977 Buying at auction is lots of fun, but don't let the emotion get to you...or you'll pay too much! http://www.upublish.info/Article/Tips-for-Buying-Antiques-and-Collectibles-on-Ebay/149763 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Tips-for-Buying-Antiques-and-Collectibles-on-Ebay/149763 This article explores the evolution of thimbles beginning with the Etruscans and proceeding to modern times. It discusses the changes to thimble materials and manufacturing processes. It describes the origins of thimbles as a manufactured collectible and the state of thimble collecting today. http://www.upublish.info/Article/The-Thimble-and-Thimble-Collecting-Today/149756 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/The-Thimble-and-Thimble-Collecting-Today/149756 Coin collecting can be a fun and lucrative hobby. Learn more about the options. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Coin-Collecting-as-a-Hobby-or-Investment/149691 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Coin-Collecting-as-a-Hobby-or-Investment/149691 A breakdown of the types of antique axes and the differences between them. http://www.upublish.info/Article/The-Collecting-Of-Antique-Axes-And-Edged-Tools/149606 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/The-Collecting-Of-Antique-Axes-And-Edged-Tools/149606 Activate the joys gone by, once again with scrapbooking. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Scrapbooking--Cherish-the-memories-once-again/148823 Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Scrapbooking--Cherish-the-memories-once-again/148823 An over-view of the most popular Lionel model train sets from 1946. Included is a brief discription along with going prices. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Popular-Lionel-Model-Train-Sets-From-1946/147219 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Popular-Lionel-Model-Train-Sets-From-1946/147219 What To Do With Your Waltham Watch. A Short History And Some Antique Watch Repair Tips! http://www.upublish.info/Article/What-To-Do-With-Your-Waltham--A-Short-History-And-Some-Antique-Watch-Repair-Tips-/146968 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/What-To-Do-With-Your-Waltham--A-Short-History-And-Some-Antique-Watch-Repair-Tips-/146968 When you are in the market for the best vintage railroad pocket watch available, something noteworthy is that they have only every been manufactured in the USA, and have had particular standards that had to be met. The size of the movement also needs to be paid particular attention to. Read more about railrolad pocket watches here. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Vintage-Railroad-Pocket-Watches/146654 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Vintage-Railroad-Pocket-Watches/146654 A glossary enables stamp collectors to gain knowledge that may be helpful in learning more about the art of collecting stamps. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Stamp-Collection-Glossary-Of-Basic-Terms/146629 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Stamp-Collection-Glossary-Of-Basic-Terms/146629 A glossary of these commonly used terms has been compiled to enable you to better understand when dealing with others in the stamp collecting environment. http://www.upublish.info/Article/A-Glossary-Of-Various-Types-Of-Stamps/146539 Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/A-Glossary-Of-Various-Types-Of-Stamps/146539 Collectors have been vying for antique pocket watches the world over. The earliest time keepers were originally designed large and square and they date back to the early 16th century.Find out more details about antique pocket watches here. http://www.upublish.info/Article/The-Antique-Pocket-Watch/146287 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/The-Antique-Pocket-Watch/146287 History of Model Horses with a introduction to the biggest name in the business, Breyer, along with several artists, craftsmans, and competitors. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Model-Horse-Success-Story/146237 Sat, 05 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Model-Horse-Success-Story/146237 An over view on the making of military patches, how the patches came to be and information on collecting them. http://www.upublish.info/Article/What-To-Look-For-When-Collecting-Military-Patches/146234 Sat, 05 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/What-To-Look-For-When-Collecting-Military-Patches/146234 Keeping your coin collection in the best possible condition you can is inheritable the most conscious choice you can make about your collection and a major part of your hobby. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Proper-Caring-Of-Your-Collection/145508 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Proper-Caring-Of-Your-Collection/145508 A complete understanding of the anatomy of a coin enables collectors to become more familiar with the different terms and phrases to aid them to be more knowledgeable when communicating with other coin collectors or coin dealers. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Anatomy-Of-A-Collector-s-Coin/145483 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Anatomy-Of-A-Collector-s-Coin/145483 Birdwatching is a passion and starts with the simple idea of observing the different kinds of species of birds. But as the years have progressed and technology develops, more and more bird watching optics have become available on the market and your goal should be to find which one is the best to suit your needs. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Birdwatching-Optics-How-To-Find-Them/143770 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Birdwatching-Optics-How-To-Find-Them/143770 Every collector should know all the basic glossary terms when ever collecting coins,...so many individuals becoming first time collectors a glossary of terms has been composited just for you. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Glossary-Of-Coin-Terms-For-Collectors/143473 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Glossary-Of-Coin-Terms-For-Collectors/143473 Barbie dolls were first made in 1959 by the Mattel company. There were seven identifiable different models made in the early years. They each had different markings,clothes and hair. You can identify these different Barbies if you know what to look for. Some of them are worth considerable sums of money. The general public knows very little about old Barbie dolls and their value so you can find real buys if you know where to look. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Collecting-Mattel-Barbie-Dolls--Your-Hobby-Your-Investment/143434 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Collecting-Mattel-Barbie-Dolls--Your-Hobby-Your-Investment/143434 Scrapbooking does not need to cost you an 'arm and a leg'. Tips for still enjoying this hobby that will not break the bank! http://www.upublish.info/Article/Scrapbooking-Need-Not-Be-An-Expensive-Hobby/142773 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Scrapbooking-Need-Not-Be-An-Expensive-Hobby/142773 All about collecting antique clocks and what people should know before buying antique clocks online. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Essentials-For-Collecting-Antique-Clocks/142179 Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Essentials-For-Collecting-Antique-Clocks/142179 Single coins that represent every part of the world can be easily viewed and moreover we can get absolute information about the coins that are introduced from time to time, and the sections handled. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Bank-notes-and-coinage/140987 Tue, 03 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Bank-notes-and-coinage/140987 Indulge in the hobby of scrapbooking and set free your creative talent. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Unravel-your-creativity-through-the-hobby-of-scrapbooking/140932 Tue, 03 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Unravel-your-creativity-through-the-hobby-of-scrapbooking/140932 Descriptions of the characteristics of collectible stock certificates that increase their value. http://www.upublish.info/Article/What-Makes-Old-Stocks-Valuable-/138830 Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/What-Makes-Old-Stocks-Valuable-/138830 This is an interesting list of the names various collectors call themselves (arctophile? - teddy bears!), with definitions and pronunciations. http://www.upublish.info/Article/Weird-Collector-Names/138345 Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.upublish.info/Article/Weird-Collector-Names/138345