Styrofoam, granules obtained by extrusion of polystyrene, is distinguished by a homogeneous and closed cell structure. This characteristic blue insulating material specifically for places of high humidity should, when the compressive strength of the material plays an important role. 

The Styrofoam is a material used to Dow insulate our homes and saves energy, but it is also a well-known products of artisans, particularly because of its versatility. 

Styrofoam made ​​with expanded polystyrene (EPS) is one of the most amazing and versatile materials in the world. Lightweight and waterproof, polystyrene can be used for anything. Styrofoam can also be shaped easily and instantly, it binds with the paint. 

Styrofoam is a material excellent artistic. It is easily carved using a variety of tools, and can be easily painted to mimic textures and colors. 

Manufacturers can work and molding the blocks to meet the packaging requirements of many products and items, no matter what size or shape. Another application for these blocks appear in the theatrical, where artists sculpt styrofoam blocks in a variety of shapes and sizes. Styrofoam works well for this application because it is lighter than other products. 

STYROFOAM BALLS GREEN 

These pieces of polystyrene foam resistant, durable and lightweight are ideal for performing crafts, floral arrangements, school projects and many other applications. Use a variety of finishing techniques to give it a refined look. 

Styrofoam

STYROFOAM FISH CAVES 

Shy fish in aquariums need to have places to hide. Having caves in the tank provides these areas to fish. 

A simple way to create an artificial cave is to use polystyrene foam and concrete. 

• Determine the size of the cave that can fit into your aquarium. Styrofoam is available in several sizes. If you buy sheets that are too thin for your needs, use a silicone sealant approved for aquariums to glue two pieces together. 

• Form the outer portion of the polystyrene foam with a knife. Remove all straight edges and corners of the piece of foam, but do not be too concerned about creating rounded corners right now. 

• Remove the styrofoam pieces with a knife to create the interior sections of the cave. 

• Heat the styrofoam with a heat gun or hair dryer to remove any remaining rough edges on the cave. The heat will melt the foam and create rounded sections. Do not overheat or you may burn the styrofoam. 

• Combine a mixture of cement and concrete strengthening acrylic with water according to the manufacturer's instructions. Add sufficient water to the mixture is liquid. 

• Paint the cement mixture flowing over the grotto of polystyrene with a brush. Allow the cement to dry for 24 hours. This thin layer of concrete will provide a focal point for the next layer. 

• Mix another batch of concrete and acrylic fortifier concrete, but use less water so that the consistency of the mixture will hold a shape. 

• Apply the concrete mix to the cave Styrofoam with your hands. Allow the concrete to cure for 48 hours. 

• Make another batch of concrete that flows add to the cave. The last layer is the final touch. Add color concrete concrete if you want to change the color of the cave. Adjust the thickness of the mixture if necessary to get a smooth finish on the cave. Apply the final coat of concrete with a brush and let it dry for 24 hours. 

• Apply silicone to the bottom of the cave of Styrofoam, with all other sections of the cave that will come in contact with the sides of the aquarium. Styrofoam, even with the concrete is still buoyant and will float if it is not glued properly. Allow to cure completely silicone, generally around 48 hours, adding water in the fish tank.

Styrofoam

Craft bags are beautiful Handicraft items, raw materials used in the manufacture craft bags are natural products: leather, fabrics ...

There are several types of craft bags: satchel bags, shoulder bags, backpacks, travel bags.

Swiss craft bags:

Handbag, handcrafted, bottom and handles are made of wood and cloth bag, different colors: green bag, orange bag, size of these craft bags: the long base. 24 cm, height 18 cm until closing, total height 55 cm.

Craft bags

Moroccan leather craft bags:

beautiful handmade Moroccan leather bags, medium-sized, made ​​entirely of skin tanned lamb; this bag can be closed with a snap and has a silk cord, you can wear in pocket or shoulder and is ideal for outings or even for daily use.

These craft bags are available in different colors.

Craft bags

Colombian craft bags:

The mochila is the local craft bags. That means mochila rucksack in Spanish, but this mochila is more backpack that everyone wears in Colombia.

In Colombia, everyone wears a mochila: young, old, bourgeois, artists, politicians.

The prettiest are the Wayuu mochilas Indian desert of Guajira.

They are recognizable by their weaving cotton, tight, their large tassels, designs and vibrant colors that relegate / beige shades marronnasse radius "old bab".

Each piece is unique and requires 20 working days.

Craft bags

Tunisian craft bags:

This bag 100% leather is made entirely by hand from the assembly of goat leather and finished to the center and side closures.

These craft bags have a front pocket and two front pockets (left and right) and 2 other side pockets; Zip closure ensures unparalleled ease and convenience in use for storing several types of business (clothing, papers, accessories, ..);
The two handles 20 cm sizes are very well finished and made ​​for comfort with an adjustable hands jusqu'une length of 90 cm shoulder; that can carry the bag on your shoulder when you are tired or change position.

 

Craft bags

Woolen craft bags:

Has a wide zippered pocket on the back.

The colors are really saturated: wool matte bright colors seem wash light for return in all its density before it hits our retina.
This lightweight bag is of a size that allows you to carry enough things without risk of condemning to oblivion.

Craft bag

Craft bags for Children:

Supplies:

- Small craft bag with handles.
- Leaves felt Creatology: brown, orange, red, yellow and green.
- Eyes Creatology restless.
- Glue Craft Smart.
- Feathers Creatology.
- Scissors.
- Pencil.
- Model.

Model Craft bags

Instructions:

- Draw the different parts of the body of the owl on the felt and cut out the desired color.

- Glue the wings between the folds of the bag as shown.

- Assemble the remaining parts of the body and secure with glue.

- Glue the eyes.

- Add the feathers above.

Craft bags

In this post I will present examples of easy crafts you can do yourself.

Example 1of easy crafts is Easy Slippers:

To achieve a first example of easy crafts you need:

- Wool: 1 ball of wool Phentex 3 strands.
 
- Needles: 2 needles 5 mm.

Instructions of this easy crafts:

LADIES SIZE:

Cast on 36 stitches

Rank 1: 1 place 2 place overall, 6 place, 1 YO, 1 place, 1 YO, 6 place 2 place overall, two places together, place 6, 1 YO, 1 place, 1 YO, 6 place, 2
place overall, one place.

Rank 2: All upside down.

Rank 3: All the place
Start first. To 20 times the three rows (or more, if necessary).
Cast off.
Sewing tip for the front and a party to the top of the foot and straight to the back and heel.

MEN SIZE:

Fit 44 stitches.

Rank 1: 1 place 2 place overall, 8 point, 1 YO, 1 place, 1 YO, 8 place 2 place overall, 2 place overall, 8 point, 1 YO, 1 place, 1 YO, 8 place, 2
place overall, one place.

Rank 2: All upside down.

Rank 3: All the place
Start first. To 20 times the three rows (or more if necessary)
Cast off.
Sewing tip for the front and a party to the top of the foot and straight to the back and heel.

SIZE CHILDREN:

Cast on 36 stitches.

Rank 1: 1 place 2 place overall, 6 place, 1 YO, 1 place, 1 YO, 6 place 2 place overall, two places together, place 6, 1 YO, 1 place, 1 YO, 6 place, 2
place overall, one place.

Rank 2: All upside down.

Rank 3: All the place
Start first. Do 10 times the three ranks.
Cast off.
Sewing tip for the front and a party to the top of the foot and straight to the back and heel.

Easy crafts

Example 2 of easy craft is plastic butterfly:

Recycle bottles to make new easy crafts, we will clean the environment by making it more fun.

Cut the bottle and remove the central part of which will be that you will use.

With a stencil and a permanent marker, draw the outline of the butterfly on the part of the bottle that you cut.

Plastic center butterfly drawn fold.

Cut the butterfly that has its final shape.

Remove the stencil and after cutting small colored circles on the wings attached.

Finish this easy crafts by gluing the cut edge and putting the center rods or ice fichoirs. The head is a piece of dough with pins round head.

Easy crafts

Crafts in the Chinese tradition:

Traditional Chinese handicrafts are divided into those of "yang chun bai xue" class (spring snow, people of high society) and those of the class of "xia li ba ren" (popular, frustrating). The products are also distinguished by their price.

Artisanal products which have the reputation of the Chinese décor across the spectrum of materials (textile, stone, ceramic, wood).

Among the technical specialties of traditional Chinese decoration, found the opening and cloisonné.

Textile, the Chinese have brought to their apotheosis embroideries, carpets and tapestries.

Chinese ceramics go through all the variations of products of daily use also refined decorative products rarefied.

The wood was used to produce furniture marked by lines and specifically Chinese ornamentation.

Stones, including jade and pearls, and metals, including gold, silver and copper, have been exploited not only to dress the person but also to beautify the environment.

Commoditization of handicrafts in Chinese households is one of the objective manifestations of improved lifestyle of Chinese masses. Currently, there are no less than 5,000 shops selling handicrafts in the city of Beijing alone!

Chinese rugs:

There is a long tradition in China carpet and the first of them, which were probably objects of exchange, appeared there over 2,000 years where they were used at the imperial court.

The patterns of ancient Chinese carpets were often drawn from those painters on porcelain and silks. In some cases, the reasons were also made ​​of ancient religious symbols, including the representations of dragons were very prevalent.

 

Chinese handicraft

Chinese Beads, stones and jade:

These beads, called Hepu, are famous for their large size, uniformity of their surfaces, the density of their textures, purity and brilliance of their colors.

The finest qualities of jade from Xinjiang (the hetian), Fengcheng Liaoning (the Xiuyan), Zhejiang (the qingtian) and Henan (the nanyang).

The dividing line between jade and precious stones is not always easy to draw. For example, the best qualities of jade can be worth as much as gemstones comparable consistency.

Chinese handicraft

The Chinese pottery and porcelain:

Pottery and porcelain in China has a history of over 5000 years.

Pottery and ceramics have always been appreciated by all. Ceramic China has a long history and a great know-how. Although this technique is no longer restricted only to China, most of the finest ceramic and porcelain came from China. Apart from Jingdezhen, the famous "china town" there are many places worth a visit during a tour in China. Here the choice allowing fans to porcelain to acquire knowledge and entertainment.

Chinese handicraft

Chinese Clothing:

In Chinese tradition, the packaging of the individual is the enhancement of the human body. The adaptation of dressing the body must draw on physical characteristics of being. So at the most basic level, men's clothes differ from those of women, the first emphasizing the virility and the latter emphasizing the sweetness. On another level, the cladding modes vary depending on the age of the individual, youth tending to innovation and freedom, maturity rather conveying moral height, elegance and tranquility.

Chinese handicraft

 

Declinations of dressing styles are practiced through the materials that vary in quality, shape and color. In Chinese tradition, red evokes enthusiasm, orange perennial, yellow, stable and peaceful, green, soft and elegant, blue, beautiful and gay, purple, refined and luxurious, white, pure and generous; golden, elegant and luxurious, black, serious and solemn.

Moroccan decoration is made of luxury and comfort : draperies , cushions, carpets, gilding are the main elements of a successful Eastern deco .

Followed by furniture.Furniture should be chosen in the oriental style.

The furniture is made ​​of exotic wood and accented with copper. Finally, gilding , choose authentic accessories, most often copper . 

To complete your home decoration Moroccan remember Moroccan pottery, decorated with beautiful colorful geometric pattern. Now you have all the elements to make a Moroccan deco to you to arrange them according to your interior. 

Moroccan decor is often charged enough to you to find the right balance between all these elements. 

The Moroccan crafts are an infinite source of ideas for interior decoration . 

Moroccan decor is lovely , warm and friendly . An art deco mix Arabic, French , Spanish and Berber , this style is an exotic and attractive in nature. 

Traditional Moroccan style is ornate but its modern version is lighter and borrows accessories classic Moroccan design while incorporating a more refined basis.

A Marrakech riads Renovated have launched the trend and raised among the artisans want to change styles and elements of interior design while keeping the core subjects of Moroccan culture. 

Each riad in Morocco is presented on Origin was been inspected and selected by our team .Riads in Morocco are an integral part of travelers looking for authenticity . They are all in different medinas of Morocco such as Marrakech , Fes , Rabat , Essaouira, Meknes , Tangier, Chefchaouen. 

A riad Morocco is a small accommodation capacity number of rooms whose architecture is specific. All life is turned inward with open patio complete with wooded area with areas of water such as fountains or ponds. Riad in Morocco all have a terrace on the roof and to enjoy the surrounding views.

Moroccan decoration

Traditional Moroccan lounge "Salon" has acquired its letters of nobility through the ages and it marked the civilization of Morocco becoming a major reference in the interior as in Moroccan riads and villas in larger homes abroad . Expression par excellence of what the Moroccan crafts offer as refined , harmonious patterns and colors , and as comfort, traditional lounge combines sculpture of wood combined with matching wedding geometries of all decorative objects.

Moroccan decoration

The play of light Moroccan lanterns and beautiful colors that come together with the beautiful architecture to make your home a haven that will transport you to the other side of the Mediterranean discover beautifully designed lanterns Moroccan luxury design.
There are furniture accessories Morocco very trends that can give your home a pleasant quality lighting.

 

Moroccan decoration

The rug market is a huge market, with a lot of types to select from.  Below, you will find the various different types of carpet and what they will offer you and your house.

Woven

Woven rug is created on a loom that is very similar to woven cloth, being cut pile.  There are a lot of different colored yarns being applied and the Full process is capable of creating very intricate patterns from designs that are pre-determined. 

Generally, woven is the highest quality of rug on the market.

Types of rug

Tufted

This type of rug is created on a tufting machine by using either a single colored or occasionally a non colored yarn.  If non colored is being used, then the carpet will be dyed or printed with a design as a separate process.  Carpets that are tufted can either be cut pile, loop pile, or a combination of both.  Machines can create a lot more meters of carpet than weaving, and they are generally at the lower end of the market.

Types of rug

Needlefelt

The needlefelt type of rug is a bit more technologically advanced.  They are created by electrostatic attraction of individual fibers that form a singular carpet with extremely high durability.  You are able to ordinarily find needlefelt carpet in the contract market such as in hotels or other places where there is always going to be a lot of traffic.

Types of rug

Flatweave

The flatweave carpet is produced by interlocking warp and weft threads.  The types of oriental flatwoven carpet include soumak, plain weave, and tapestry weave.  This type isn't well known in the North American region, although it is very popular in the orient and Japan.

Types of rug

Hooked rug

This is a simple construction of carpet that is handmade by pulling strips of cloth such as wool or cotton through the meshes of a very sturdy fabric.  Now, this type of carpet is in general known as a handicraft.

Types of rug

Knotted pile

With knotted pile rugs, the structural weft threads will alternate with a supplementary weft that will rise from the surface of the weave at a perpendicular angle. 

Types of rug

Cut and loop piles

The cut and loop pile combines both looped and cut fibers.  They provide a diversity of surface textures for medium durability.  Cut and loop rugs are available in either solid or different colors.  The several different layers in this carpet can hide dirt and footprints in formal and informal areas.

Types of rug

Saxony

Saxony consists of tightly twisted cut piles that are heat set straight.  They consist of 2 or more fibers that have been twisted together in a yarn, and they allow a very soft texture for informal as well as formal

areas.  They will display each and every footprint and even marks from vacuum cleaners.

Types of rug

Textured saxony

Textured rug is the best selling and it works well in informal areas due to the very soft feel.  They are tightly twisted and texture headset for medium durability.  They too offer a multi colored aspect that will hide tracks and footprints.

Types of rug

Plush/velvet

Both plush and velvet are lightly twisted and offer a uniform color.  They are very soft and propose more level than textures.  This type of rug is ideal for formal areas due to it's luxurious appearance. 

Types of rug

Frieze

Frieze is a highly twisted cut pile type of Rug that is suited for high traffic areas.

It has short fibers that will tend to curl in different directions at the surface to hide footprints and vacuum marks.

Types of rug

Level loop pile

The level loop pile is made by weaving even loops of yarn into rug backing at both ends.  This type of carpet is durable as well as track resistant, due to the strong loops.  Higher loops in the carpet will produce a more luxurious look.  They are also great because they will prevent dirt from filtering on into the rug.

Types of rug

There may arrive a time in your jewelry making career when you need to choice diamonds for a Exceptional piece you are working on. Purchasing diamonds is much equal buying any other gem – you find one that is the correct size or shape for the piece you are making and you buy it. WRONG. Much more thought and consideration must go into buying a diamond. After all – Diamonds are forever, and you want your jewelry wholesale to last forever also.

There are 4 C’s when it comes to purchasing a diamond: cut, clarity, color, and carat weight. All of these must be considered because you desire the diamond used in your jewelry wholesale to be as beautiful as possible. Remember that the diamond Shouldn't overpower the entire piece, but it should be the principal attraction and compliment the rest of the piece as well.

The cut of the diamond does not refer to the shape of it. It refers to the method that it was cut – the quality

of the cut. The shine and fluorescence of the diamond is determined by how it was cut. The shape of the diamond is only a second factor – or an after thought – in terms of the quality of the cut.

Diamants

The clarity of a diamond doesn't concern to how clear it is. Instead, it refers to how perfect or flawless –

or imperfect – a diamond is. There are internal imperfections and external imperfections. A diamond that has no imperfections is flawless – and costly.

Diamonds come in many colors. The most common are white and yellow. Other colors are usable, but

they are rare and expensive. The only color you should never consider is a ‘blue white’ diamond. A

jeweler may attempt to tell you that this is a rare quality diamond, but it is in fact an inferior diamond, and

you have no use for it.

The carat weight of the diamond will be important to your customer. Large diamonds should come with

a certificate. You should request this from the company that you are buying the diamond from.

If they decline to give you a certificate from a reputable grading company such as GIA, walk away.

The chances are good that you will put more work and thought into buying diamonds for your jewelry wholesale than in any other gem or stone. Diamonds are by far the most popular gemstones in the world – and with good reason. Not only are they the most beautiful stones, but they are also the most durable stones on the face of the earth – or under the earth for that matter!

Silver jewelry is not only beautiful, it is very much in style these days. Silver jewelry compliments anything you wear, and it is generally less expansive than gold jewelry. There are a lot of origins from which you are able to buy silver jewelry wholesale, but the Internet will offer you the greatest choice possible.
After all – you'll have the whole world at your feet or fingertips.

As with any other jewelry, start your search online.
There are countless jewelry wholesalers online, and A lot of of them specialize in silver jewelry. When you
Purchase your jewelry from jewelry wholesale sources, you will pay a fraction of the cost that you would
pay at a retailer’s place of business, such as a jewelry store.

Silver Jewelry

When you buy silver jewelry wholesale, be sure that you are buying sterling silver jewelry.
Sterling silver is almost always marked with the numbers ‘925.’ This is the highest quality of silver that you can purchase – wholesale or retail. Note that there is no such thing as ‘high quality sterling silver’ and ‘lower quality sterling silver.’ Sterling silver comes in one quality – sterling silver. The weight of the sterling silver used in the piece should be the determining factor in the cost, unless the item was hand-made, in which case it will cost considerably more than similar pieces that were not hand made.

Silver Jewelry

Silver jewelry tarnishes – whether it is sterling silver or not. You must clean and polish your silver jewelry on a regular basis to assist it keep its shine.

There are a lot of different brands of silver polish on the market that can be used to accomplish this.

You should plan to clean your silver jewelry on a weekly basis.

Purchasing silver jewelry wholesale is the best way to go. Silver is already relatively inexpensive – even at

wholesale prices. When purchasing such jewelry, the silver or quality of the silver is not what you need to concern yourself with – again, silver is silver, just be sure it is sterling silver. The settings and stones that are applied in the piece should be your concern. 

Silver Jewelry

You require to check that the piece is solidly Fabricated, and you need to be sure that the gems used are not simulated gems – unless that is what you want. Of course, when real gems are used,such as diamonds, the cost of the jewelry will rise considerably. But as long as you are purchasing jewelry wholesale, the price will still be the lowest price you will find.

When you choice carpet for your home, you've a lot of things to consider and a lot of different options to weigh as well.  Carpets come in several colors and styles, textures and fibers, and there are a lot of

different qualities to select from as well.

The two most popular options of carpet now are the loop pile and cut pile.  Loop pile has individual strands of yarn pulled through the backing of the carpet twice, which creates a small loop. 

The cut pile has the loop cut at the top, allowing tufts of yarn that stand straight up. Cut pile is generally more durable than looped pile.  Cut piles come in many styles, such as shag, textured, saxony,

and velvet.  Loop pile choices include berber, cable, or sisal.  For high traffic areas, loop pile is an excellent choice.

Carpet

One of the factors with choosing your carpet is the price.  Even though there is nothing more luxurious than having wool carpeting in your house, most of us can't afford wool.  If you can afford wool

carpeting you'll find that even though it costs more to install, it will prove to be far more superior than any other type of carpeting.  There is no man made carpet fiber that come close to the durability,

rich look, or even the feel of wool - which can too last for thirty years or more.

Acrylic carpeting is very like to wool, and occasionally referred to as man made wool.  It is resistant to moisture, fading, mildew, crushing, and staining, although it isn't recommended for high

traffic areas. 

Nylon carpeting is also popular, as it is suggested for high traffic areas.  Nylon is one of the most expensive types of synthetic fibers, although it is still cheaper than wool. 

Olefin is a low cost carpet material, often used for indoor or outdoor carpeting.  Olefin is colorfast and strong, very easy to clean.  One of the draw backs to olefin is that it can easily be crushed.

Carpet

Additional consideration you'll have is the color and patterns of the carpet.  Light carpeting colors help to make a spacious effect, making the room appear to be larger.  Light color carpets will naturally, show much more soil than dark colors.

If you have pets around the house or little kids, dark colors may be your best bet.  There are a lot of different sorts of dark colors, which is great for those interested in style.  Dark colors are ideal for stains or pets, as they don't show soiled areas near as much as light colored carpets.

If you end up choosing light colors around pets or little kids, you'll find yourself having to work twice as hard to make stains less noticeable.  It would be easier and also smarter to select a dark

color and make it easier on yourself.