Questions for Makers
How do I test if paint is lead based?
Hello, does anyone know how to test if paint is lead based or safe? I have this vintage egg weighing machine and I would really like to clean it up and use it. I thought it would be fun to let the kid...
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Paint
Lead Based Paint
Egg Weigher
Kitchen
What can I make with these fabric books?
My best friend is an interior designer and she has given me a load of fabric books that are out of date. I love crafting and sewing, and I would really like to use them as the fabrics are all so beaut...
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Sewing
Sewing
Fabric
Where is the best place to buy paper sewing patterns?
I have started looking at sewing patterns as a way of teaching myself to sew beautiful things and would like to know where are the best places to buy sewing patterns from? Something fairly simple to s...
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Sewing
Sewing
Sewing Patterns
Antique pedal car for children, repaint or keep patina?
Hello, I have recently found this old tin metal pedal car toy at the back of my garage. I actually collected it about three years ago, just because I thought it was interesting and was going to repain...
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Restoration
Pedal Car
Patina
Restoration
Painting
Which UK beaches have sea glass that I can collect for jewellery making?
Does anyone know of any good UK beaches for collecting sea glass? I have been making handmade jewellery for a white, mostly beading and a little wire work. I would really love to incorporate sea glass...
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Jewellery
Jewellery
Jewellery Making
Where can I get good sewing pins?
I am looking for somewhere to buy really good sewing pins. I have bought loads in the past and they have all been really flimsy and bend really easily because they are so small and thin. Admittedly I ...
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Sewing
Sewing
What is a good laser cutter for home use?
I would really love to buy a laser cutter that can cut plywood and other materials for making models, decorative pieces and things for pets. I have no idea where to start looking for a good one. I hav...
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Woodwork
Woodwork
Laser Cutter
Laser Cutting
What is the best way to make a hen house?
I would really like to make a hen house for my grandparents pet chickens and I was wondering if anyone has any experience making hen houses our of wood. I would like to make something which gives them...
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Woodwork
Woodwork
Pet House
What is the best wood for making small animal houses and toys?
I like making things for small animals and would like to start a little business making wooden houses, hides and toys. I have been making little houses out of cardboard for my hamsters and mice and it...
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Woodwork
Woodwork
Pets
Hamsters
Pet Toys
Pet Houses
What is this mystery tool for? Is it food related or something else?
Please can someone tell me what this mystery tool is for? My husband found it in a shop and bought it for me as he knows I like collecting interesting things.
I really love to cook and bake and he ...
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Mystery Tool
Mystery Tool
What is the best paint for painting wooden furniture?
I have recently started painting wooden furniture as a hobby and I'm really enjoying it. I really like upcycling vintage or maybe we'll call it retro furniture, and making it look modern and interesti...
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Painting
Painting
Woodwork
Furniture
Varnish
Furniture Paint
Is this mirror ugly or interesting?
Ok, please I am looking for some honest feedback. Don't worry about hurting my feelings. It's not like this mirror was handed down to me on my daddies death bed. It's just a mirror I found at a car bo...
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Mirror
Mirror
Pub Mirror