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Author :: Peter Jay  |
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| Article Title :: Fish Hobbies |
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Fish tanks and aquariums are a popular hobby for people of all
ages. People can sit and stare at fish for hours. I remember
when I received my first fish tank. It was the most exciting
thing of my life. I had never had fish before and did not even
think about getting any. One day, however, I was down at the
local pet shop and they had a contest or drawing where the
winner would receive a free fish tank. I had never one a drawing
like that before, and did not anticipate winning, nor did I
think they were that legitimate or that I would have much of a
chance of ever winning anything, but signed up anyway, even as a
little boy.
One day a random phone call came and I answered the phone. It
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Debra Fernandez |
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| Article Title :: The Use Of Modern Embroidery Machines |
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In the past embroidery, or hand stitching, was identified by
long, tedious hours spent bent over canvases while crafting
breathtaking and intricate designs. While the embroidery of
today is still breathtaking and intricate, the use of machines
in embroidery has helped speed up the creative process and has
also allowed people who never thought they could embroider at
all embroider like the pros.
The history of embroidering with machines started with the
invention of the sewing machine and continues today into this
high-tech world of computers and software programs.
In the beginning, machines did little to help create embroidery
designs but aided in the speed of creating them on canvas. T (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Jay Moncliff |
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| Article Title :: What you need to know about deep fishing. |
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Deep fishing can be for sport or commercial means. It is the
practice of fishing in deep water to catch fish that live or
feed near the bottom. These bottom fish get high prices at
market that make them very desirable to fishermen. Deep fishing
is hard and strenuous. The equipment used is heavy and more
complex than that of regular fishing. There are three basic ways
of deep fishing - anchoring and chumming, bottom trolling and
trawling. Each way uses a different approach and take certain
special skill.
The equipment used to deep fish is basically the same as other
fishing equipment. In deep fishing, though, the equipment has to
be suited to fishing in the depths of the water. The line nee (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Anne Marie Champagne |
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| Article Title :: How To Make A Grubby Prim Star Ornament |
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Making a grubby ornament for the holidays is fun and only takes
a short while to finish. Painting and stuffing are two parts of
this craft project kids love to participate in. The paint used
is non-toxic, so it is safe to let children join in and share
the fun.
What you will need:
* 1 primitive star template/pattern no bigger than 6 x 6
* 2 7-8 inch square of muslin
* A few flat paint brushes also known as "brights" 1/2 inch
wide or greater or other paint applicator. * One fan paint
brush * Folk Art brand acrylic paint. Colors: #649 Warm White,
#602 Country Twill, #940 Coffee Bean * Cookie sheet * Paint
rags & old jar/container * Fragrance oil** * Poly Fill (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Nathaniel Jacobson |
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| Article Title :: Become a Shark - Pool Tips for a Fish out of Water! |
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So it's Friday night, and you're out on the town with your
mates. You're well dressed and you've had a few drinks. Isn't
life grand? You puff away on your cigarette, sipping a pint, and
round the pool table considering your next shot. You are keenly
aware of the gorgeous woman sitting at the bar, watching your
every move. Follow these pool rules, and show her that you are
as slick as your slicked-back hair!
Now you may be wondering who gets to break? The traditional way
of determining who gets to break is a method called "lagging".
Both players line up their ball at the head string (the line on
the table). Shoot your ball to the far rail, and bank it
straight back towards yourself without (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Mark Sturge |
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| Article Title :: Panasonic pv-gs400 3 ccd camcorder - A Great Tool To Earn Extra
Income With. |
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Let me share with you something that happened to me just the
other day.
I was contacted by a guy named David. He had just purchased a
panasonic pv-gs400 3 ccd camcorder and has always been attracted
to the videographers lifestyle. He also liked the possibility of
earning an extra income doing something that can be a whole lot
of fun.
>From speaking to David I discovered that he didn't have much
experience with camcorders and was unsure as to whether he would
be any good (he seemed to lack a bit of self confidence), but
was atleast willing to learn and have a go.
He wasn't too far from where I live me so I said I was able to
get in the car and have a personal meeting wit (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Marilyn Lyons |
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| Article Title :: Quick Guide to Taking Better Photos |
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In my business I see a lot of snapshots taken by ordinary
people. They aren't professional photographers. The "Average
Joe" is usually just trying to record a moment or subject, not
win a prize in a photo contest for technical excellence.
However, here is something very important to remember before
taking that spare-of-the-moment picture. You won't be able to
take that exact image again. That moment in time will be gone.
So, it's best if you record that image the best you can at the
time you hear the click of the shutter. Call it an insurance
policy. Better to do it correct when taking the photo now than
years later saying ..."what if" or "I wish I had..."
These tips are very simple things (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Greg |
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| Article Title :: Tarpon Fishing And Catching The Elusive Silver King - Megalops
Atlanticus |
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Growing to lengths of more than eight feet and weighing more
than 280 pounds, it is easy to see why the tarpon is one of the
most sought after saltwater gamefish in the world. It's habitat
is close to the shoreline so fishermen of all types and skill
levels can catch them.
If you have ever had the privilege of hooking up on a big tarpon
then you know the exhilaration and thrill of testing yourself in
battle against one of the most sought after gamefish in the
world. This distinction is easy to see at first glance as the
tarpon starts a series of spectacular acrobatic leaps in the air
that will have your heart pounding, your rod bending and your
drag screaming. You better hold on!
Since th (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Hege Crowton |
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| Article Title :: Make your own decorations |
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Fall, with all its spectacular colors, is finally here.
Halloween is just around the corner, followed by Thanksgiving
and before we know it; Christmas.
Don't you just love decorating your house and yard for all these
seasons? I do to.
Let's face the facts; it gets very expensive doing this year
after year. So how do you limit your spending? Do it yourself!
If you have not done anything like this before it may sound like
a drag but believe me, seeing your own homemade decorations
around your house will give you a great feeling.
Not to mention if you have kids. They love creating their own
decorations and the look on their face when they see the
finished product on display is worth every (read full article) |
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| Category :: Hobbies Articles |
Author :: Michael Temple |
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| Article Title :: Why 95% of Yellow Page Antique Ads Really Stink, and What You
Can Do To Be in the Top 5% |
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Did I get your attention? That's exactly what I intended to do.
I wrote a compelling headline that concentrated on a problem,
created interest and desire, and offered a solution...all in a
few short words!
It's a fact, most antique advertisements in the yellow pages are
really lame! Oh, the "yellow page man" that sells you this crud
will tell you that your ad "looks good", but does it generate
business for you?
What's the bottom line?
The bottom line when you spend any amount of money on marketing
your antique shop, mall or "offer to buy" must always be the
same; did you get a good R.O.I. (return on investment) for the
money that you laid out? If the answer to that ques (read full article) |
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