A challenge coin is a small coin or medallion bearing an organization’s insignia or emblem and is carried by the organization’s members. They are given to prove membership when challenged and to enhance morale.
Origins of the challenge coin
Like so many other aspects of military tradition, the origins of the challenge coin are a matter […]
Make a pretty flower-shaped basket with easy crocheting instructions and pattern.
Materials: 2 balls of closely-covered white and silver, and 1 ball of pink and silver twine; a crochet needle.
For the bottom: Make a chain of 4 stitches and unite it, work 3 long, 3 chain, and repeat three times more.
2nd round: Work 3 long into […]
Collecting diecast vehicles consists of acquiring specific items based on your particular interests, such as airplanes, cars, trains, ship models, etc. Although some people just accumulate them, this is a passionate hobby for most folks, in which the genuine collector organizes carefully those items to catalog them and proudly display them. The depth and breadth […]
Painting birdhouses can be a fun hobby! Most unpainted birdhouses range from $5.00 to $20.00 at Michaels, a chain craft store here in the U.S. For the most part, they keep unpainted birdhouses in stock year ’round. Birdhouses can be purchased from art and gift stores, craft shows, garage sales, antique stores, and even thrift […]
Believe it or not, you do not need suspenders to be authentic. But they do help to hold up your pants! So, if you have suspenders, here are some tips to help you be comfortable and authentic.
1. Note that suspenders vary because they were not issued by the government leaving the soldier to obtain […]
An indescribable sensation
streaming through my body
a sensation of pain
a sensation of sadness,
It is a mix of many emotions
It is causing great commotion
It is become chaotic
It is like a tornado
Or something fierce
It is an indescribable sensation
The sensation is strong
Like fireworks in my mind,
causing crackling in my […]
If you’ve been to gem shows, you know how overwhelming and daunting they can be. Although it’s difficult to narrow down all those tempting options, your jewelry business profit margin will be greater if you plan ahead and focus on shopping for a particular line and color scheme of jewelry. You must keep the bigger […]
Collecting something in the free time was a favorite pass time for people of all ages. Stamps, coins, bottles, etc are favorite collectible items for many. Collecting something in the free time has been a favorite pass time for people of all ages. Stamps, coins, bottles, and arts are favorite collectible items for many. Many […]
Humans have raised chickens for a long time. It’s estimated that domestication of the chicken dates back to at least 2000 B.C., and some say as far back as 4000 B.C. Four species of wild jungle fowl are considered relatives of our domestic chickens today, with the Red Jungle fowl specifically linked to the […]
My mother came of age during the Great Depression, and
learned to quilt of necessity, using scraps of fabric from
home sewn clothing. They weren’t always crazy quilts; most
of them had some pattern and design, but the fine-tuned
color schemes that are possible with today’s range of
available fabrics weren’t happening for her […]