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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
How do I test if paint is lead based?
Asked by Jerry Pace
844 days ago
0 likes | 0 comments | 0 votes | 0 follows

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My best friend is an interior designer and she has given me a load of fabric books that are out of date.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
What can I make with these fabric books?
Asked by Christina Linslade
845 days ago
6 likes | 1 comments | 0 votes | 0 follows

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
Where is the best place to buy paper sewing patterns?
Asked by Evie Carter
845 days ago
7 likes | 2 comments | 6 votes | 0 follows

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
Antique pedal car for children, repaint or keep patina?
Asked by Dave Freeman
845 days ago
1 likes | 1 comments | 0 votes | 0 follows

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
Which UK beaches have sea glass that I can collect for jewellery making?
Asked by Ayla Anna
846 days ago
1 likes | 0 comments | 0 votes | 0 follows

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
Where can I get good sewing pins?
Asked by Lou Hanson
846 days ago
11 likes | 4 comments | 17 votes | 0 follows

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 a good laser cutter for home use?
Asked by Maria Marina
846 days ago
1 likes | 1 comments | 1 votes | 0 follows

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 way to make a hen house?
Asked by Jayla Brown
846 days ago
1 likes | 0 comments | 0 votes | 0 follows

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 the best wood for making small animal houses and toys?
Asked by Annie Laurel
846 days ago
2 likes | 1 comments | 0 votes | 0 follows

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 this mystery tool for? Is it food related or something else?
Asked by Steph Tanner
847 days ago
0 likes | 0 comments | 0 votes | 0 follows

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
What is the best paint for painting wooden furniture?
Asked by Anne Lovett
847 days ago
3 likes | 4 comments | 11 votes | 0 follows

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
Is this mirror ugly or interesting?
Asked by Janet Coby
847 days ago
1 likes | 0 comments | 0 votes | 0 follows