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Top 7 Easy Sewing Kits
Do you know someone who wants to learn how to sew or someone who has just learned to sew? If so, then one of these sewing kits might be of interest! They make great gifts for yourself or others!

Top 10 Fleece Books
Here are some great books that can help you work with fleece with much success and much fun!

Top 10 Craft Supply Storage Ideas
If you are anything like me, you tend to have more crafting supplies than you have space. To help with storing and organizing your supplies, I thought I would share some of my favorite storage solutions and also some other unique storage ideas I ran across.

Top 5 Candlemaking Kits
Anyone can have fun making candles and these kits will make it easy. Make a variety of candles using different techniques and supplies, just make sure you follow all safety precautions carefully. I have also included a few kits that show you how to decorate your own candles.

Top 9 Books About Making Costumes
Need a unique costume for an upcoming performance, Halloween, or even just for playing make-believe? These books not only offer a large variety of costume ideas, most of the costumes are simple to make.

Top 10 Creative Pumpkin Books
Pumpkins are a traditional decoration during the Autumn. Here are some great books that will help you carve or decorate your pumpkins.

Top 6 Arts and Crafts Backpack and Tote Kits
Go back to school, to the beach, or even to a sleepover in style. Check out these fun kits which will help you to use many creative techniques and supplies to decorate or make your own backpacks and tote bags - or just get one of these creative backpacks. Great for gifts!

Top 10 Beach Related Craft Projects
Whether your trip to the beach is real or imaginary, you might want to pick up supplies for one or more of these related craft projects to add a little creativity to your travels.

Top 10 Creative Fairy Finds
The magical appeal of fairies knows no age boundaries. The notion of these mysterious creatures enchants both young and old. Now, you can create your own collection of fairies using these craft kits and books.

Top 10 Bedside Craft Projects for Sick Kids
There is nothing worse for a kid than having to lay in bed because of some silly virus bug. The ideas shared here are easy, can be done in bed using a T.V. tray, and are not too messy.

Top 10 Valentine's Day Gift Ideas From Visitors
Check out these great St. Valentine's Day gifts shared by visitors just like you! Unique, home-made gift ideas for mom, dad, boyfriends, girlfriends, teachers, freinds, anyone!

Top 7 Face Painting Books
You can use these great resources to transform yourself into a favorite creature or character! These books not only contain ideas for many specific faces, they also include simple costume ideas and many helpful hints.

Top 9 Halloween Mask Making Books
Make a Halloween mask or two! There are many different ways to create masks; you can make everything from simple, paper plate masks to complicated paper mache designs. These books offer an assortment of these options and many more.

Top 10 Books About Making Gifts
Get a jump on making that perfect holiday gift! This collection of books contains something for everyone, crafter and gift recipient alike.

Top 10 Paper Mache Books
Paper mache is not only a versatile craft, it is also a great way to recycle. While I have a whole section devoted to teaching you how to paper mache along with several free projects, I thought I would share some interesting books you can buy to help get you started and keep you going. These books provide you with many ideas for using creative paper mache techniques and supplies to make a variety of projects.

Top 10 Crafts for Teens
I picked out these craft projects especially for kids 14 and older. Some teenagers may thing they are too old or too cool for crafts, but, secretly at least, most enjoy working on arts and crafts projects.

Top 10 Crafts for Tweens
I picked out these craft projects especially for kids from age 11 to age 14. Those kids sometimes referred to as 'Tweens' or preteens. This is a tough age and here are some fun crafts to hopefully bring smiles to their faces!

Top 10 Crafts for Elementary School Kids
I picked out these craft projects especially for elementary school kids, those kids from age 6 to age 11. Some are educational and others are just plain fun!

Top 10 Crafts for Pre - K and Kindergarten
For the Pre-K and Kindergarten kids, one of the things they can benefit from are crafts and activities that require working more with pencils, scissors, and other items to enhance fine motor skills and give them a good start in kindergarten. I picked out these craft projects especially with the pre-k and kindergarten child in mind.

Top 10 Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Toddlers and preschoolers love doing arts and crafts! Most will like working with clay, coloring, and painting. I picked out these craft projects especially for toddlers and preschoolers.

Top 10 Garden and Patio Craft Projects
Here are some creative ideas to help you dress up your garden and decorate your patio or deck! Great outdoor crafts for everyone.

Top 10 Creative Recipes
While you may not think of food as craft supplies, but you would be surprised at how creative you can get with your favorite edibles!

Top 10 Best Bets for the Nature Lover
Find free arts and craft projects relatd to nature!

Top 10 Creative Recycling Projects
Great ideas for using the things you would normally throw away to create great craft projects, games, and more.

Top 7 Creative Recycling Books
Start collecting those egg cartons, bathroom tissue rolls, paper grocery bags, plus lots more! Most of all, put your imagination to work. It's amazing what interesting creations you can come up with when you use a pile of egg cartons and simple art supplies. It can keep you busy for hours! These books will give you plenty of inspiration.

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