When I first got into jewelry making, I got very frustrated by what should've been a very simple step: bending the wire into loops. All the step-by-step instructions I read made it sound like it was so easy. 'Take the pliers and make a loop.' But all the loops I made were ugly and misshapen. I nearly gave up! But I didn't, and neither should you. Everyone goes through … [Read more...] about Jewelry making: tips for making wire loops
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Guide to Watercolor Paper
When you're working with watercolor, the type of paper you use is just as crucial as the paint. Watercolor paper is designed to handle the special pigments and properties of watercolor paints. It absorbs less water (preventing your colors from bleeding into a muddy mess) and is less likely to warp or fray. There are many different kinds of watercolor paper, which will … [Read more...] about Guide to Watercolor Paper
Basic tips on wiring a stereo system
Home entertainment has come a long way from the days of old TV cabinets and two-channel stereo equipment in the living room. This is the digital age and thus, technology as invaded the living room in a big way. The stereo equipment your dad had is not the same system that will greet you when you go to the electronic store when you shop around for stereo equipment for your home. … [Read more...] about Basic tips on wiring a stereo system
How to Buy Stereo Turntables
Even in the age of digital sound – that is, CDs and MP3s – many people still pine for cialis buy online analog sound. That's why many audio enthusiasts still collect vinyl records and buy stereo turntables. Even though turntables are getting harder to find because many companies have discontinued production, it's still a great piece of equipment and one that is part of the … [Read more...] about How to Buy Stereo Turntables
Tips on troubleshooting a vintage amplifier
There are many people who appreciate anything vintage. They appreciate vintage clothes, toys, watches, among others. But for many audio enthusiasts the object of their desires are vintage stereo equipment. Many of these enthusiasts swear by the sweet sound quality produced by vintage stereo equipment, that's why they try to find ways to acquire these equipment. Because … [Read more...] about Tips on troubleshooting a vintage amplifier