Craft Tips !!!

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Break mirrors, plates, or tiles for projects by sealing them in a heavy-duty zip lock bag and breaking with a hammer.

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Use plastic party table covers for messy crafts. They protect better than newspaper and can be used more than once.

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Try using tiny rubber bands, such as dental bands, to hold small crafts together. You can substitute the rubber bands for wire

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Use tweezers to hold small supplies and reach tight areas when crafting. Tweezers act as an extension of your fingertips.

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Prevent paper from ripping when affixing tape by applying the tape to clothing first to reduce its stickiness.

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Make small bows by tying the bows first before cutting the ribbon.

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Lubricate craft punches before using them by punching wax paper.

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Cut Styrofoam® by using a serrated knife well waxed with a candle stub or paraffin.

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Clean rubber stamps after each use with a mild soap. Avoid getting any wood parts wet, and dry completely when done. Store with the rubber side down out of direct sunlight

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Give a small portion of a craft show sales to your favorite charity or purchase some fun craft supplies for a local school or scout group as it gives you some extra enjoyment from doing crafts.