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Blog No.002🍋　24年5月4日

「Working on My Very First Miniature Kit!」

Hi, this is a behind-the-scenes on my experience in making the Corner of Happiness: Taste of Life DIY miniature kit!

It was from a couple of years ago, we found a stall selling miniature craft kits while strolling around the mall. My sister bought me the very same model I've been eyeing on my online shopping cart as a birthday present.

Me and my sister both love miniatures since we were very young, but making them from scratch require a lot of time, materials, and tools we don't really have (especially if you don't want them to look crudely made). Luckily, now with a Do-it-yourself kit, that wasn't going to be much of an issue! ...or so I'd hoped as a miniature newbie.

These are all the other variants of this series. I really dig the pink bunny aesthetics they're going for, though it's not as apparent on this one.

The kit also included custom wooden parts, wires, beads, and a tool kit necessary for the build. It also comes with an acrylic glass for dust-free casing!

Most of the parts were made from a print-out glossy paper with all the items' photo-real textures; some of which are just to be pasted onto a harder material like wood shaped similarly to the object, but most of them are just the paper itself.

I guess doing it this way cuts costs for manufacturing, but it was very challenging to work with, in my opinion. You'll see what I mean in a bit.

And here's a preview of the instruction booklet's contents.

I thought it was worded weirdly at parts, but still understandable enough with plenty of visuals to go with it.

Starting with the base/foundation of the model before anything else seemed to be the best option... though I was very, very tempted to skip to work on the food items. I don't know why, but miniature food just gets me really giddy.

But, gotta hold backーcan't make food without the oven and all.

I then worked my way through the biggest parts and set them down permanently with the paste provided in the kit.

...but I probably shouldn't have glued the kitchen island in place before placing the handles...aiyah one of them is really crooked-

I'm not familiar with wirings, so setting up the LED lights made me panic a little. But somehow, it all worked out! I'm confident that if an idiot like me can get through this, so can anyone!!

And now I present to you: The Paper Struggles™

+ and a "It's so fakken small" compilation.

The booklet is a lie lol that knife .jpg is 5x bigger than what you've got to work with-

I remember both bread toasts being squished from the tweezers... thankfully tiny enough for anyone to really see, but there's definitely a shtload of dents on there...

The wire handles for the mug was such a struggle lol it kept falling off no matter what, so I just kept adding glue and just... held on to it with pressure against the bead for what felt like eternity until it dried completely.

I also remember struggling with the semi-origami flowers quite a bit, but I think the trauma of it all made my brain forget to take photos-

Next up are the wires. I never really considered it before this kit, but they can actually have a lot of use when it comes to making miniature furnitures and accessories.

This was unfortunately before I got into making earrings, so I didn't have the right tools (pliers) to straighten them out. The very thin tweezers that came with the kit didn't help that much, so I just had to use my fingers.

The results... are as wobbly as the hands that created them lol I've learned my lesson...

that incomplete circle pains me so

And here we have my favorite partーthe food! All the tiniest of detailing, the garnishing, the arrangements... it just makes me so happy, I really don't understand why.

The original instructions only intended the oranges to be on the chopping board, but not in this household!!!

Oh, and the oranges were sliced up polymer clay rolls that I know are popularly used as nail art? Me and my sister used to sell polymer clay accessories back in the day and it felt very nostalgic seeing those tubes again.

And here we have the finished model! ☆

I made a few changes from the original intended 'look' + added a couple of my own beads from my hoard material collection from childhood I planned on using for when we started making miniatures... and the time for use was most certainly now!

Aaand here's a bird's eye view before completing with the dust-free acrylic glass encasing top lid.

～ CONCLUSION ～

Overall, I thought it was really fun, despite the unforeseeable challenges along the way. Even as a newbie with little to no experience working on actual builds + with only the enthusiasm and love for miniatures to desperately cling to when the damn wires wouldn't stick on their corresponding surfaces properly... it seemed to turn out pretty OK!! I expected a whole lot more screaming and dying inside lol If you're interested in getting it, I think simply searching up "Corner of Happiness" or "Taste of Life DIY miniature kit" should get you some results on your preferred online shopping platform! ※NOTE: I do have to stress to make sure to check (either through other user reviews or the listing's description) if the seller is including a tool kit in your purchase. A lot of the items included in this kit you can probably find at home, but not a lot of people are so crafty to just have them lying aroundーespecially if you're a complete newbie with crafts/miniatures! You'll have a hard time trying to wing it without tools. ※also, they might just skimp on you by not including them, but still have you pay for the full price lol it's definitely worth considering when purchasing.

I know a lot of parents may see these kits to buy for their kids, but unless ➀ they're also helping out the kid in the process or ➁ if the kid in question has no interest or patience for these kind of things, I think it's best not to buy them DIY kits like these if you don't want to risk wasting money. But that's just my opinion, as a broke adult who's always wanted one of these haha

The amount of care, effort, and attention to make sure everything is sturdy enough and visually clean can be very drainingー but if you're willingーanyone can do it!

And of course, a final very cool look on LED lights turned on at night.

This project was done around 2022年. I've done one more miniature kit since then that was way more complex, but that's a whole 'nother journal entry for another day...

For now, here's a mini update of how this Taste of Life is hangin' after two years have passed:

please don't mind Mr. Gamma side-eyeing you in the BG-

The batteries for the LED unfortunately need replacing and one of the wire chairs kind of died a bit, but it's still alive + currently displayed and part of my makeshift not-all-Shounen Jump Manga corner! I might make a separate blog about that too...

But until thenーthanks for reading ( ´ ꒳ ` )⸝ see you in the next one!★

[penkraft123]

Have you joined the DIY Art Revolution, yet? Be a DIY-er with Penkraft & see your hidden creativity blossom.

DIY Art Kit are buzzwords in the creative community but how do you go about crafting a new art piece for home or gift? Have you ever hunted the art objects, colors, glue, sparkles, etc. all around the marketplace, and ended up purchasing large volumes of expensive materials going to waste? We at Penkraft have already-packed, budget-friendly, creative DIY Art Kits with various Art forms ready for you. For instance, you purchase DIY Art Kit and start decorating the item! Just assume you have a simple frame to be transformed into a trendy art piece that will stand apart from the rest. Try decorating your frame with different traditional, folk artwork or trendy abstract patterns of art, like Madhubani painting, Mandala art, Decoupage art. If you are confused about how to start watching video tutorials on Penkraft's YouTube channel for ideas and tips on decorating the frame. These videos help non-artists and beginners to learn and flourish their art skills. All you need to do is initiate your first step towards the creative world by purchasing the already-packaged DIY Art Kit and start exploring the creative world with different art forms. The best thing about these DIY Art Kit is that you can gift them to your children, family, and friends who are art-lovers or gift them your handmade art piece on special occasions. Gifting your children with DIY Kits will help them have thoughtful and creative time learning and crafting new artform, during their vacations. For eager crafters, DIY Art Kits are no longer a hobby, but a moment. So, be a part of this moment and strike the creative fire in you. Decorate your room with a unique collection of traditional or trendy artwork all hand-painted by you. Penkraft's DIY Art Kit has unique combinations of articles for each Artform set. Each kit has its own unique material in self-sufficient quantity, having no need to wander or hunt around the marketplace to purchase expensive objects, colors, brushes, and glue in large quantity. The price of the kit is quite affordable for a particular art. Penkraft's DIY Kits are cost-effective and supplied worldwide. You simply have to log in to the Penkraft website order the kit of your choice and watch the available video tutorial for guidance on the art technique. Penkraft is launching its new range of DIY Art Kits, take a step forward to be a DIY-er yourself and join the DIY Art Revolution. Do visit our website to purchase the DIY Art Kit of your choice now.

Penkraft conducts classes, course, online courses, live courses, workshops, teachers' training & online teachers' training in Handwriting Improvement, Calligraphy, Abacus Maths, Vedic Maths, Phonics and various Craft & Artforms - Madhubani, Mandala, Warli, Gond, Lippan Art, Kalighat, Kalamkari, Pichwai, Cheriyal, Kerala Mural, Pattachitra, Tanjore Painting, One Stroke Painting, Decoupage, Image Transfer, Resin Art, Fluid Art, Alcohol Ink Art, Pop Art, Knife Painting, Scandinavian Art, Water Colors, Coffee Painting, Pencil Shading, Resin Art Advanced etc. at pan-India locations. With our mission to inspire, educate, empower & uplift people through our endeavours, we have trained & operationally supported (and continue to support) 1500+ home-makers to become Penkraft Certified Teachers? in various disciplines.  

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Where Can I Find Art & Crafts Items Online In India?

The country of India is a fertile ground for creativity. This region has fully adopted the aesthetics of the craft culture. The common perception is that the costs associated with participating in the arts and crafts are too high for the average person to bear. However, art is the most affordable hobby. You need to go to a good hobby shop to make the acquisition. When you have the right cover, making art is child's play.

This blog will help you locate the least expensive online craft store in India, if such a pursuit interests you. Here we'll go through some of the best places to shop online in India for arts and crafts materials. We'll also discuss these websites' major supplies. 

The Best Indian Handcrafted Crafts Online Stores

HobbyIndia

When it first opened, Hobby India was just a forum for people to share their artwork, but now it's a bustling marketplace for all kinds of art supplies online. You can discover everything you need to decorate your house or office in one online store.

Hobby India offers fascinating MDF craft materials. Adding some artwork and motivational quotations to the walls of your office can greatly improve its visual appeal.

Products Hobby India Offers:

MDF, wooden, and acrylic name plate for home

Pre marked Tea light holder

MDF products

MDF mirror Bases

Fridge magnet bases

Resin art moulds

Pre marked canvas bases

Art and craft supplies, etc

Pick something that strikes your fancy, draw inspiration from the various creative starting points, and give it your own unique spin with the help of the acrylic paints. Your creative work will be greatly facilitated by these foundations.

Itsy Bitsy

Over the years of its existence, Itsy Bitsy has expanded to become the largest art supply store in India, with over ten thousand different products available at its brick-and-mortar and online sites. In addition, they only sell genuine, long-lasting, motivational, and inexpensive products.

All sorts of art materials, from paint to canvas to craft tools and kits to gardening implements, are available in this Indian craft shop. The creatively curious can also participate in workshops. Products from reputable manufacturers throughout the world are imported to ensure that everyone's requirements may be met.

HobbyIdea

Looking for craft material online? HobbyIdeas.in is a hub for crafters. The goal of the hub is to provide a central meeting point for craft enthusiasts to share their interests, learn from one another, and advance their trade.

Presented by Pidilite Industries Ltd., a leading manufacturer of craft products like Fevicryl, Hobby Ideas, Rangeela, Fevicol, and more. Hobby Ideas' mission is to bring together a like-minded group of people by providing them with a core artistic information and establishing connections by offering craft supplies online. Locate current, straightforward, and in-depth tutorials for creative DIY projects. The internet is rife with do-it-yourself guides, both written and video.

JustKraft

Is there a particular shop in India that you're trying to find art supplies from? When Justkraft was launched, selling goods online was a fresh concept in India. They have been a leader in the internet retail field for over eight years.

Artists, designers, painters, papercrafters, quillers, and anybody else interested in Do It Yourself projects need look no further than Justkraft for all their craft supply needs. All the arts and crafts materials a consumer could possibly need may be found in one place, as that is their mission. They are actively promoting goods that are created in India.

Final Thoughts:

Toughness and comfort provide the perfect combination for an artist's working surface. The website Hobby India is a gold mine of information for anyone interested in art, creativity, learning, or teaching. If you're looking for craft items online, HobbyIndia is your best bet. The most reliable online business in India sells everything from art supplies wooden bases to every MDF base. The MDF kid's room décor available at your local store is sure to be a hit with your young one.

[pallavidesai]

Pen Mandala on Spiral Clock | Penkraft | DIY Art Kits

Decorate your wall clock with latest and unique pen mandala background, using Penkraft's Pen Mandala Art DIY Kit.

All material and tools needed, available in a single kit.

For queries and assistance, call us on +91 73040 44598.

Material provided in the DIY Kit -

MDF Spiral Clock

Acrylic Colours

Brushes

For more details please visit -

Penkraft | DIY Art Kits | Order Now

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Lippan Art On Kettle | Penkraft DIY Art Kits

Decorate everyday kettle with traditional clay and mirror artwork, using Penkraft's Lippan Art DIY Kit. All material and tools needed, available in a single kit. 

Material provided in the DIY Kit

Kettle

Air Dry Clay(Mouldit) -

Mirrors

Glue

For more details please visit - https://diy.penkraft.in/

[urrguide]

Exercises To Keep Your Kids Busy While You Work From Home

Working from home looks like a simple task for several but ask them who have toddlers and youngsters at home! It’s absolutely beautiful to be around them and tease their silly activities but the sole problem is once you are working or attending meetings and your kids are jumping everywhere the place. In such cases, you're definitely trying to find ways to stay your kids busy or those activities that keep your kids busy. Activities to stay Your Kids Entertained & Busy

1. Good Reads Even though kids might not like reading, you'll always encourage them with good storybooks and make them realize the genre they're curious about. Comic books, colorful stories mixed with a lot of pictures, and other interesting reads might be added to their shelf. In case, your kids wish to explore online, guide them to browse online books, and find something that they fall crazy with. 2. Educational Games Games that sharpen their minds and teach them good skills might be one of the simplest activities to stay kids busy while performing from home. As the download new apps or play games like chess, puzzles, sudoku, etc. online, you'll dive into your work without the noise and disturbance. Yet we might recommend you to line their screen time and diverge them for a few other activities later. 3. Play Dates Invite your kid’s friends to return home and allow them to spend a while together. As soon as these kids get busy with their activities, you've got learned the thought of the way to keep kids busy. Isn’t that right? Let the duo or trio make clay art, enjoy some dance, or color the walls together(only if the colors are often removed, haha!). otherwise, you can even spread the sheets on walls which may be colored or chalked, as per the supply. 4. Audiobooks Although we told you to urge your kids some good books, a number of them need story oration. For them, you'll get great audiobooks online which has the good capability to stay your kids entertained for hours. you want to also ask them what are some things that they learned with audiobooks and interact with them in your free hours. along with side audiobooks, your encouragement to read books will work efficiently. 5. Art Kit A beautiful and packed art kit may contain a spread of colors, clay, sketch pens, and paints that keep them busy and excited. allow them to explore their creative side once you are busy together with your conference calls or cooking meals in between. Yes, you'll need to clear the mess they need creating afterward but their happiness and your swift working hours matter the foremost, right? 6. Coloring Books Coloring books are different from artwork your kids could enjoy. All you would like to try to do is stock yourself with a spread of coloring books and organic colors along. This activity not only keeps them busy once you are performing from home but also keeps them calm and positive, believe us. Keep praising them or guiding them to not cross colors out of the boundaries. 7. Encourage Them For Cooking With cooking, we mean to encourage your kids to undertake new activities that they haven’t tried before. For this, your kid must be 8 years old and above. you'll give them recipe books for young ones that include flameless cooking and straightforward recipes. You never know this activity may become a skill within the future, stay positive. And in fact, this activity will keep your kids busy while you're employed from home and taste their dishes in between. 8. Give Them A Lego Challenge Ask your child to intensify every day and make something challenging together with his Lego kit. Put in some competition with them and ask them to offer their best shot by evening. this may confirm that he will pour his heart into it and check out to win the sport. Of course, don't force him to win the competition, take it as fruitful thanks to keeping your kids busy while you're employed from home. 9. Deepen Their Interest In Favorite Activities If you're confused about what we are talking about then log into your Netflix account and visit the youngster's section. you'll put some amazing documentaries which inspire them to complement a replacement activity within them. for instance, play famous baseball, basketball documentaries, or an inspiring story of a swimmer. Yes, there must be a group screen time for them but this activity is basically helpful in both ways. Agreed? 10. allow them to Visit Online Museums Even though you can't leave your home due to work, you'll always found out Google virtual tours for your kids to go to museums all around the world. Tell them a day to explore one museum and what's that they need liked or not inside the architectural masterpiece. this is often how you'll keep your child busy and informative at an equivalent time. 11. Tent Camping In Backyard Tell your kid to organize fruit and snack basket because it is that the day for camping within the backyard. albeit you don’t have a flowery tent, you'll create one with old sheets, right? allow them to spend a while and be creative in their cool home. Ask them to embellish it the way they like and even take a nap, as long as the weather is suitable. 12. DIY Crafts DIY crafts are so common then creative nowadays and lots of people have created wonders with their skills. It’s a tremendous thanks to keeping your kids busy for extended hours also. you'll ask them to form wall art, dreamcatchers, quilt art, and far more. Just set them free and that they will surely create wonder with the activity while you're employed from home peacefully. Conclusion Have you got your idea about the way to keep your kids busy while you're employed online? We are sure you've got but which one is it, allow us to know within the comments section below. you'll even suggest to our readers another option lingering within the mind here, your response is awaited.

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BEST ONLINE STORES TO BUY ART SUPPLIES

The essence of the artist is their art supplies, so finding an online art supplies store that has everything you need is great. Artists and craftsmen consider several factors when buying, but the deciding factor is the quality and price of the product. When you shop online, other factors are bound to follow the list, including shipping costs, return policies, and customer service.

Art providers understand artists' needs and have mobilized to meet them. Depending upon what is most important to you, you can choose an online art supply store that suits your needs. The best art stores are the ones you feel connected to. If you are an art lover, here are 6 online stores to buy art and craft supplies.

1. Penkraft

Penkraft is one of the leading brands when it comes to Art & Craft supplies, the unique thing about Penkraft is that they offer DIY (Do it Yourself) kits, the packaging & the quality of the products offered are top-notch. Penkraft offers a special "Course In a Box" concept where you get every material needed for doing a course. The kit contains Coursebook, the course schedule, practice books, and equipment such as the calligraphy nibs, pens, pencils, etc as required for the particular course.

2. Amazon

Amazon has a broad collection of all types of products and art supplies. You can find standard supplies likes watercolors and pencils, Amazon is also great for finding art supplies for kids, and there are many washable paints. In addition to a wide range of products, Amazon also has Prime Advantage, which provides free shipping on every order. In addition, most sellers will provide return and refund services within 30 days of shipping. The main disadvantage of Amazon is that it is not a professional art website, which means you may find products that don't necessarily meet the standards you want. For novice artists, it is difficult to distinguish what is high quality and what is not.

3. Creative Hands

This one is for those looking for deals. Fully equipped, Creative Hands owns many brands and many SKUs. The navigation of the page is very easy to use and the categories are well divided. The brand imports its fine art materials from other brands like Arches, Conte A Paris, Cretacolor, Daler Rowney, Fabriano, Liquitex, Golden, Sennelier, etc. Additionally, the site also offers an equally impressive collection of drawing supplies, as well as sketch sets, charcoal and graphite pencils, pens, and markers.

4. Imagination Online

Imagination is one of the leading handicraft supply stores in India, selling a large number of international brands and products at affordable prices. Their artistic part includes sliding materials, medium, mica powder, pastel colors, professional pencils, and a range of pencil colors. The portal is well-designed, which makes shopping on it easy and clutter-free

5. Himalayan Fine Art

The Himalayan Fine Arts collection includes calligraphy sets, charcoal pencils and pens, sketch paper, erasers, fixers, pastel paper, pens, and markers, etc. The company is very customer-friendly. If items are missing from the portal, customers can notify them by email. If the product is available in the store, they will ship the product.

6. Skill Supplies

Online shop for all your art and craft requirements, this site deserves a standalone recommendation for the SKU calculator it has. For the artist, this site gives you a feel like a kid at the candy store with its wide collection of pens, markers, multi-liners, sketch pads, graphic accessories, and many other drawing materials. Prices are competitive and exports are high quality

Buying art supplies online is easy and fun.

You can't create beautiful works of art without high-quality supplies. These websites offer a variety of options. To make the most of the online shopping experience, most return policies allow easy refunds and exchanges. This way, if what you want is not what you expect, you can easily return it. In some cases, you can ask for something better than expected in the end. One thing that the best art supply sites have in common is that shopping can be very fun-looking for old favorites, discovering new ones, or finding amazing deals.

Penkraft conducts classes, course, online courses, live courses, workshops, teachers' training & online teachers' training in Handwriting Improvement, Calligraphy, Abacus Maths, Vedic Maths, Phonics and various Craft & Artforms - Madhubani, Mandala, Warli, Gond, Lippan Art, Kalighat, Kalamkari, Pichwai, Cheriyal, Kerala Mural, Pattachitra, Tanjore Painting, One Stroke Painting, Decoupage, Image Transfer, Resin Art, Fluid Art, Alcohol Ink Art, Pop Art, Knife Painting, Scandinavian Art, Water Colors, Coffee Painting, Pencil Shading, Resin Art Advanced etc. at pan-India locations. With our mission to inspire, educate, empower & uplift people through our endeavours, we have trained & operationally supported (and continue to support) 1500+ home-makers to become Penkraft Certified Teachers? in various disciplines.

[growing-yet-into-magic]

Skills I personally think every witch should have:

(Pic source) Hello. This is an opinion piece. 

I keep seeing a lot of witches- especially younger witches- rely on cheap goods from chain metaphys stores and expensive etsy products in order to maintain their craft. I’m not completely against this idea- where else could I get tacky statuary if not the East Meets West in the mall?? But I do think that such a reliance stifles the creativity that really powers witchcraft as well as limiting a person’s personal investment in their own craft. So. Here are a few skills I think every witch should have at least some mastery of in order to get in touch with their craft and witchcraft’s place in their lives.

 1: Cooking.

You don’t need to be an Iron Chef-level competitor in order to work in a little bit of cooking in your life. Even if it’s only googling diy ramen toppings (I prefer the peanut sauce variant myself), cooking for yourself gives you a) a level of comfort in creating and experimenting with flavor combinations and substitutions, and b) a small expertise in herbs and spices that often make their way into witchcraft. Even if you don’t end up a kitchen whiz witch, you’ll at least have the chance to really think about herbs’ and food’s places in your craft. Oh, and of course, breadmaking is a valuable skill everyone should know. 

2: Sewing.

At the absolute minimum, you will at least know what to do when there’s a rip or a run in that fancy tapestry. Or your tarot mat. Or your cloak. Or your satchel. Or- I could really go on forever at this point. 

I don’t care if you take a local class on a sewing machine down at the rec center or if you buy a sewing kit from the dollar tree: learn how to sew a seam. Any kind of seam. Ugly seams hold things together. If you find out you like to sew, and maybe get into some fancy pinterest embroidery, stitch witchery produces some lovely charms for the house and for clothing. If not, you can at least trust your deck bags and mats to last a little bit longer in your life.

3: Basic Woodworking.

Not going to lie, I got stiffed on this one in high school. The grade above me was the last to receive woodworking lessons. But if you can learn to use a handsaw without chopping off your hand, you’re set in my book. Well, handsaws and the patience to sand things. You deserve a choice in how you get to store your altar supplies, and what to set your altar on, and how to shape your shrine- and that choice should not be limited to Ikea in-store shelving options. Just thinking of the paint options for a handmade spice cabinet is making me giddy.

4: Literally any trade. 

This is more of a catch all, but really, think about learning any one of these skills. Just one. That’s all you need, really: 

Soapmaking 

Silversmith

Regular smith

Jewelry-making

Crochet

Knitting

Weaving

Machine sewing

Glass blowing

Woodwork

Academic research (yes, this is a skill) 

Candlemaking

Gardening

Traditional Art

Digital art (Why not? it’s the 90s)

Pottery wheel sculpting

Small-scale construction

Broom-making 

Pick one from the list. All of these things, in one way or another, can completely change how you connect with your craft. I, for instance, can sew and crochet. I’m not a star at it, and I won’t be winning any awards for my...creative...approaches to solving problems with my yarn, but I can make any mat I please for my altars and churn out tarot bags in half a day at most. Any sewing ability not only keeps my clothes in good shape for longer, but also helps me make rudimentary jewelry and embroider little charms that decorate my house as well as bless and protect it. 

And honestly? Both I learnt from online tutorials. There’s no need to weep into your bedsheets at your own “ineptitude” and “inability”; if you really want to learn it, it’s the internet age. Even if you can’t get to a class, and your high school killed its own home-ec program, you can get as many forms of tutorials and instructions as your internet provider (or your local library) can provide. Youtube is phenomenal for this. The only exception I can think of are the high-heat trades mentioned above, but hey, you can sign up for classes on groupon nowadays. Learning more than one of these trades would be phenomenal, of course, but they all allow for self efficacy in your creative expression in your craft, which is what I really hope I can drive home in this post. 

Buying cool stuff for your altar is dope as hell, and I think it is safe for us all to indulge in a little hedonism in the crystal shop every now and then. But you should have at least one way for you to let your own creative energy- the symbols you find meaningful and want to incorporate, the gods that you want to represent, the visions that come to you during meditation, the care you want to bring to your altar and your rituals- shine through where it matters. And if that means buying ten bars of Irish Spring from costco in order to learn how to carve soap poppets, so be it. I believe it will give you something, even if that’s only the confidence to achieve you get what you set out to do. 

Blessings! 

Tips, if you like this post or my blog!

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Why Dental Health Experts Say Invisalign is Better than SmileDirectClub

Our thoughts on popular teeth straightening techniques.

If you’re considering orthodontic treatment for yourself or your children, it can be tempting to go for the cheapest option– online mail-order aligners.

These appliances provide an alternative to state-of-the-art Invisalign treatment and cost less because the direct-to-consumer process minimises involvement by a dentist.

For instance, SmileDirectClub (SDC) charges just under £1,500 for its aligners, while Invisalign orthodontics can cost £3,250 to over £4,250 and is highly unlikely to be available on the NHS.

Critics of the SDC system say orthodontics is a combination of science and art requiring expert clinical attention from a dentist in person. However, SmileDirectClub claims dentists are misleading the public to keep the cost of orthodontic therapy artificially high.

So, let’s look in a little more depth at how the SmileDirectClub and Invisalign solutions work and why dental health experts insist that Invisalign is the better option.

How Does Invisalign Work?

A popular alternative to fixed metal braces, Invisalign hi-techcustom-crafted aligners can address multiple simple and more complex orthodontic problems, including crowded, crookedand gapped teeth, and bite irregularities.

Dental professionals use a special 3D digital scanner and virtual modelling software that produces a series of clear plastic aligner trays, with each set being worn 20 to 22 hours a day for one to two weeks.

Treatment progress is monitored by regular visits to your dentist.

How Does SmileDirectClub Work?

SmileDirectClub customers get a kit to take an impression of their teeth at home, or they can get a 3D scan in a SmileShop.

The bite cast is then reviewed online by a dentist and a series of customised 3D-printed plastic aligners is delivered by post – one set each month for about five months, to be worn at least 10 hours a night.

The system is designed for minor teeth straightening – not re-positioning teeth or improving bite function.

SDC says patients are guided throughout the whole process, and that in complex cases they will be advised to see a dentist directly.

The American Connection

A leading player in direct-to-consumer orthodontics, SmileDirectClub was founded in 2014 in the USA, in Nashville, Tennessee. It expanded its operations to the UK in 2019, having provided mail-order aligners for more than 650,000 American adults and children aged 12-plus.

As the company originated in the USA, it makes sense to see what dental health experts in America are saying about it.

The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) issued a consumer alert about mail-order orthodontic businesses like SmileDirectClub, saying that DIY dental treatment can result in lasting damage.

The country’s biggest dental organisation, the American Dental Association (ADA), also proclaimed a formal resolution against do-it-yourself orthodontics, warning of the potential harm to patients.

Orthodontist and author Richard Schechtman has also criticised mail-order orthodontics. Writing for HuffPost in 2015, he said DIY orthodontic treatment risked permanent damage to teeth.

SmileDirectClub – which disputes that its aligners are a “do-it-yourself” treatment – has taken legal action against orthodontists and other dentists in the US over “disparaging and false comments” about its mail-order aligners.

SmileDirectClub and Align Technology

In 2016, the USA-based global medical appliance company that makes Invisalign aligners – Align Technology – bought nearly 20 per cent of SmileDirectClub and now makes other types of aligners for SDC.

The connection between the businesses came under the spotlight on the DentistryIQ platform for dental professionals in 2017 when Chris Salierno, chief editor of Dental Economics Magazine and a Doctor of Dental Surgery, referred to concerns of dentists about “DIY dentistry”.

What Are UK Dentists Saying About Internet Dentistry?

The British Dental Association (BDA), the professional organisation representing more than 20,000 UK dentists, has warned against the SmileDirectClub type of online dentistry, stressing that a face-to-face consultation is crucial if you’re thinking about having orthodontic treatment.

The BDA says a dentist with orthodontic training and experience can advise you on the different types of orthodontic appliances available and their advantages and risks.

BDA vice-chairman Eddie Crouch told The Daily Mail that an experienced clinician was essential for orthodontic treatment to be monitored properly and ensure any problems were fixed. If treatment wasn’t supervised over time, there was a risk of “permanent damage to dental health”.

SmileDirectClub Vs Invisalign

SmileDirectClub says it broadens access to safe, affordable and convenient teeth-straightening through dentist-directed remote orthodontic therapy.

The company says customers can consult with a dentist remotely to check on how their aligners are working, and a 24-hour call centre is available in the event of urgent issues.

The main concern of dental health experts about teledentistry systems like SmileDirectClub is the lack of face-to-face interaction with a dental professional.

If a quick fix of minor orthodontic issues at a low cost is the only factor, SmileDirectClub may be right for you.

However, you may come to the same conclusion as dental health experts in the US and UK that Invisalign is better than SmileDirectClub if you’re more focused on:

The benefits of individual attention from a dentist experienced in orthodontics.

Making sure your straightened teeth will give you a functional bite.

Getting help to keep your new smile after treatment.

Considering a wholistic approach which gives you whiter teeth as well as straighter teeth with tooth whitening or composite bonding.

A personal Invisalign trained dentist or Orthodontist will consider your dental history and be able to discuss any concerns you might have before and during treatment.

Your regular visits during treatment will also allow your dentist to assess your progress and tweak your treatment plan if necessary.

YYour invisalign trained dentist or orthodontist can also help you with post-treatment options, such as composite bonding, veneers or tooth whitening as straightening your teeth should be part of a wholistic plan to improve your smile. They can also advise you on how to maintain your smile after orthodontic therapy through preventive dentistry such as regular check-ups and professional cleanings.

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The Right Way to Set Up a Reward System for Kids

If you want to help your child to reach behavioral milestones (and tame a few tantrums on the way), you can try a tactic that many parents swear by: reward systems. They encourage behavioral modification through positive reinforcement.

“Stressing positive behavior helps build self-esteem," says Katarzyna Bisaga, M.D., Ph.D., a child and adolescent psychiatrist and assistant clinical professor in Columbia University's Division of Child Psychiatry in New York City. "The thinking is that once a child develops one positive behavior and gets a lot of praise, then he'll be more likely to cooperate in other situations too."

Here’s an example of how it works: When Dr. Bisaga’s son Marcin was 7 years old, she struggled to get him ready for school in the morning. Rather than dwelling on the negative aspects of his foot-dragging, she stressed the positives, made her expectations clear, and implemented a point reward system for kids.

"In the morning Marcin got points for getting dressed by a certain time, brushing his teeth, and eating his breakfast," she says. "When he came home from school, there were points for putting his coat and shoes away and for washing his hands. At night there were points for taking a bath and brushing his teeth." At the end of the week, the results were tallied and he earned 10 cents for every three points. Marcin would look forward to buying trading cards and small toys with his loot.

Want to implement a similar reward system in your house? The key is customizing it based on your child’s age, personality, and interests. Here’s how to set up a reward system that works for your kid.

Creating Reward Systems for Toddlers and Preschoolers

For little kids, consider using a sticker reward chart. The instructions are simple: Put one sticker on the chart each time your child accomplishes a goal. Some parents also give out rewards for certain milestones. (For example, she can get one sticker each time she dresses herself. Ten stickers earns a small toy or new book). Printable reward charts are readily available online, and you can also make your own DIY version.

Also note that you don’t need to work with stickers. Reward charts can take many forms: dimes in a jar, magnets on the fridge, child-friendly apps, tallied points—anything that’ll motivate your child to behave accordingly! Just remember that most little kids do best with a bit of visual representation.

Here are some tips for using a reward chart for toddlers and preschoolers.

Reward your toddler or preschooler right away. To eliminate confusion, stickers should be given immediately after the desired behavior occurs, says Dr. Bisaga. Otherwise your kid might forget what they’re being rewarded for.

Track only one behavior. When you first start a reward system, only track one behavior at a time. Your toddler or preschooler can get stickers for using the toilet, getting dressed, saying “thank you,” not whining, etc. Once a specific behavior is no longer a problem, Dr. Bisaga says you can target another, always making sure your goals are realistic and age-appropriate.

Give plenty of praise. Toddlers and preschoolers love pleasing their parents. Give your child lots of praise when she accomplishes a goal, and she’ll be encouraged to keep up the good work. Also remind her about the reward chart often (“Remember if you go potty on the toilet, you’ll get a sticker!”)

Use simple wording. With toddlers and preschoolers, you need to speak with easy-to-understand terms. Instead of rewarding your child for “showing gratitude for acts of service,” you’re rewarding her for “saying ‘please’ and ‘thank you.’”

Don’t bribe. Even if you’re desperate to get your child to behave in public, you shouldn’t use a reward system as a bribe. Your child might start acting out on purpose, knowing that a reward awaits when she stops.

Creating Reward Systems for Kids at Home

For school-aged kids, a reward system usually deals with points instead of stickers. But tracking points alone won’t motivate them to change their behavior, so parents need to encourage them with larger incentives. For example, kids can trade in 20 points for a trip to the playground, a later bedtime, an extra half hour of video games, or small amounts of money. Remember the tactic of Dr. Bisaga, who gave her son 10 cents for every three points earned (which he subsequently spent on small toys!) Here are some tips for success with a point reward system for kids.

Track multiple behaviors. As your kids age, you can implement more items in the reward chart. Your child might earn points for making his bed, controlling his anger, helping with laundry, walking the dog, and being nice to siblings.

Consider removing points. Parents can decide on the dynamics of their chart, but some choose to remove points for bad behavior. If this happens, clearly explain the reasoning to your child.

Add time sensitivity. Does your kid have a knack for procrastination? Then add a time sensitivity element to your reward system! Maybe your kid must make his bed before 10 a.m. to receive points, or he needs to complete all chores before dinner.

Get your kids involved. Talk to your child to brainstorm accessible rewards that will motivate him. He might not care about getting a new book if he already has shelves full of unread ones—but maybe he’s longing for a family bike ride to the new ice cream shop!

Don’t stray from the system. Reward charts clearly state what is expected of your child, but they only work as long as you keep at it. "Even simple star charts require a lot of energy, effort, and time," says Dr. Bisaga. "You need to be on top of your kids and monitor what they're doing and how they're doing it." Rewarding toys is also one of the ways. The following toys are recommended.

What is a terrarium? It is a miniature garden within a container that simulates a natural environment. So, let your child discover the beauty of nature by creating their own beautiful terrarium with this all-inclusive kit. Watch as it grows by day and glows at night with the innovative LED light under the lid.

Grows by day, glows at night: Beneath the lid, there is a built-in innovative LED light that transforms the experience into something magical. At night, just hit the small switch to turn on the light and watch how your terrarium turns into a gorgeous illuminated tabletop garden. You have to see it to believe it! The light can easily be recharged with the included Micro-USB cable.

Kit includes: Terrarium jar (4″x6″), light-up jar lid, Micro-USB charging cable, clear and easy step-by-step instruction booklet, vermiculite soil, blue sand, river rocks, wheatgrass and chia seeds, small bunny and mushroom miniatures, removable stickers for decoration, spray bottle, and wooden stick to aid in planting the seeds. The ultimate arts and crafts for kids & Stem projects for Kids

A fun and educational gift for all ages: It’s not often that a science project can be fun and engaging, but this terrarium kit achieves both! It fascinates children as soon as they pull it out of the box. With the freedom to layer the rocks, sand, soil, and stickers as they please, every child is guaranteed to have a blast.

Whether you’re trying to encourage intellectual curiosity, spark a genuine passion for science in your child, or merely looking for a new way to pass the time & bond with each other, the Light-Up Terrarium Kit might be that special product you’ve been searching for. Create, Build, & Care for your own ecosystem with this one fabulous jar! Get ready to experience the glorious miracles of Mother Nature in the comfort of your own home with this extraordinarily innovative LED Light-Up Terrarium Kit from Dan&Darci. If you are looking for a quick & easy way to educate your kids on the wonders of science, nature, and the beauty of life, look no further than this right here. This terrarium not only reenacts the magic of the ecosystem, but it also comes with a vibrant LED light that enhances the display & optimizes the experience. Once you receive your Light-Up Terrarium kit, your child can customize the entire thing to their liking. In minutes you can instantly transform it into something eye-opening, personal, and wildly educational. Set the soil, layer the rocks, place the sand, water the seeds, find some sun, and watch as everything stretches and grows into gorgeous plants. Also, when the sun goes down, the powerful LED light will immediately illuminate the interior, creating a magical display that is just too beautiful to put into words. That’s right, once night hits, simply hit the switch and the bright & radiant LED light will transform your already pretty terrarium into something so fascinating you have to see it for yourself. This is an excellent way to get your children away from TV screens and working with their hands – all while learning about responsibility, diligence, and most importantly, science! The incredible novelty of building your own ecosystem, planting seeds, watering the soil, and watching it grow can be astonishingly educational. You will also receive a super simple & beautifully written booklet that will make assembly extremely easy. Whether you’re trying to encourage intellectual curiosity, spark a genuine passion for science in your child, or merely looking for a new way to pass the time & bond with each other, the Light-Up Terrarium Kit might be that special product you’ve been searching for. Grab yours now & begin experiencing the fabulous wonders of the scientific world today. The wondrous LED light transforms the experience into something magical! Hidden beneath the lid of the Terrarium is an LED light. This light is specifically designed to instantly illuminate the interior, transforming your terrarium into a breathtakingly gorgeous tabletop garden that releases bright and beautiful glows that you just have to see to believe. Now, you should be aware that this LED light feature can’t be found anywhere else. Our terrarium glows nicely and will please, amaze, and be mesmerizing! You can easily control this marvelous light with the simple on/off switch on the side of the lid. Once you unpack your kit you’ll also notice a micro-USB charging cable that you can use to recharge your terrarium. One full charge brings you approx. 5 hours of glimmering satisfying light. What’s in your kit? Immediately after you pop open the kit, you’ll quickly find everything you need to assemble the mini-ecosystem quickly. Here’s what’s included in the kit:

A jar that will house your mini-ecosystem. Standing at 4-inches wide and 6-inches tall, it is wide enough for both adult and child hands to move through with ease.

Vibrant light-up jar lid with star cutouts for air circulation. Beneath the lid is a hidden LED light, to illuminate the interior and create a magical experience.

Micro-USB cable to recharge the lid when necessary. The light takes 2-3 hours to reach full charge and lasts for about 5 hours on one charge.

A beautifully written instruction booklet that makes assembly simple and straightforward.

Fine nutrient-rich vermiculite soil, so your plants grow strong, tall, and healthy.

Bright blue sand to decorate and beautify your terrarium.

Small white river rocks that also help you decorate and customize the interior.

Wheatgrass and Chia seeds.

2 adorable figurines. A cute little bunny and a mushroom-house to transform the terrarium into something fairy-like!

15 fabulous removable stickers to beautify your terrarium.

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If you are on the lookout for a fun arts and crafts project to keep yourself entertained, this is one to take note of. Consider getting a DIY diamond painting kit to get started on a new hobby.

Has Everything You Need When you purchase a DIY diamond painting kit for yourself, you get everything all in one. All of the materials you need to make the design you picked out is included in that kit. This makes it incredibly easy to get started on a new project, especially if you are entirely new to painting with diamonds. You do not have to hunt around for separate materials from different stores when everything is there for you in a single purchase. Diamond art painting kits make it much easier to introduce yourself to this type of arts and crafts so you will feel much more confident from the moment you pick up your first diamond piece. Anyone just getting started should definitely pick up a DIY diamond painting kit.

A Fun Pastime If you are completely new to diamond art painting, you are sure to fall in love with it quickly as your new favorite way to pass the time. Diamond painting makes a great hobby for anyone to try out because it is so relaxing and enjoyable. No matter your age, you can have a great time putting everything together to get the end result you want. It is incredibly calming and a great way to unwind and destress at the end of the day. We could all use some fun, relaxing hobbies in our lives, and this is it. Get a DIY diamond painting kit for yourself and see exactly what we mean. Spend the day taking it easy and enjoy a little hobby that is just for you.

Pick What You Want A part of the fun in getting a DIY diamond painting kit is in choosing the design that you want to complete. There is a nearly endless amount of designs you can choose to work with. If you look online, you will find DIY diamond painting kits in a huge range of options including flowers, landscapes, wildlife, fantasy creatures, and much more. As if those weren't enough options, you can also create your own customized design by uploading the image you want to work off of and having it sent to you, ready to go. Once you have your diamond art painting completed, you can do whatever you want with it. Put it on display, store it with your art projects, or give it to a friend. It is all up to you.

Diamond art painting makes a great hobby to enjoy yourself without any pressure. It is fun, relaxing, and gives you a product at the end that you can be proud of. Shop for a kit and see what we mean. You can find a huge selection of designs for DIY diamond painting kits online at colorelaxation.com for you to choose from. Find one that speaks to you, or create a customized design and get started right away.

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Woodworking Gift Ideas

Woodworking Gift Ideas For Our Loved Ones

When searching for woodworking gift ideas, how do you know what is best? Many people spend hours looking over the internet, searching for woodworking plans projects that will help them create a masterpiece. The trouble with that is, they often don t even realize it. They may even think of a woodworking project as something that is too complicated to create. Well, I have some good news - creating something complicated isn't necessarily so difficult. In fact, it can be quite enjoyable.

So, what are the best woodworking gift ideas? I can tell you this - there are gifts that every woodworker can enjoy. Even the more veteran woodworkers, beginners or experts can enjoy these woodworker gifts.

If you're looking for woodworking gift ideas, you have made a great choice. Whether it's a beginner kit or a professional set, there are a large variety of DIY woodworking gift ideas to choose from. Handcrafted gifts for your workshop. They will soon know what they're missing until they get one of these...

If your goal is to create a beautiful work of art, consider creating simple, easy woodworking projects to hang on your walls. They will become a conversation piece, especially when you give them as gifts. You could create a scrapbook to document your journey, or a portfolio to display your work. They will certainly make your workshop seem more interesting.

You may be looking for woodworking gift ideas for beginners in woodworking. There are several beginner's kits available, from beginner books and plans to kits to build a birdhouse or even a shed. These gifts will provide new hobbyists with the tools they need to create their first project. These gifts will also keep them from getting frustrated and give them something to build on once they've mastered their skills.

Whether you're looking for DIY wood projects for beginners, or expert level woodworking gift ideas, it's always fun to give things that other people have created. Why not make an item yourself? It's really easy, and it's something people will enjoy immensely. You can turn ordinary items into something extraordinary when you use your own imagination. And you'll have fun along the way.

Another great woodworking gift ideas for beginners is easy woodworking project ideas that include DIY woodworking plans and kits. Kits have everything you need to create your project right at home, and they come with everything you need to complete the project, too. You don't have to worry about buying materials, worrying about figuring out how to finish a project, or leaving out anything you might need for safety reasons. Most of the time, kits come with the hardware you need as well, so you won't have to leave anything out.

So what are you waiting for? The best part about all these amazing DIY woodworking gift ideas is that you can print out your own plans or purchase plans online and then print them out. You can even find printable plans for different projects, as well as easy ways to complete them. They are also available in many different formats, so you can choose which ones you like best.

These woodworking Christmas gifts are especially great if you are on a tight budget. You can easily find affordable plans and kits in just about any price range you are looking for. You will be amazed at how affordable they are, and you'll definitely be able to find a design or woodworking project idea that your loved one will truly enjoy. If you don't know what your loved one likes, there are thousands of designs and styles to choose from.

No matter what your reason is for searching for woodworking ideas, you will be thrilled when you see the wonderful things you can make with wood. Wood is the most versatile and practical material for making furniture, musical instruments, toys, lamps, or just about anything else you want to create in your home. There are also many beginner woodworking projects available, as well as projects for those who are more experienced and advanced woodworkers. There is something for everyone, from the very simple to the more complex wood projects. Whether you want to build a simple table or desk, or make a beautiful quilt or pillow, you will be delighted by the quality of work you can do in woodworking.

Your loved one will love the new desk or table you build, but they will also be very pleased with any of the other wood signs, such as birdhouse plans, pencil sets, or picture frame kits. The best part about these woodworking Christmas gifts is that they are so affordable, while still being very durable and strong. Your loved one will be able to use it for many years to come, and you will have created something really durable and functional, at a price you can afford! When your friend sees their new desk or table, they will wonder how you were able to do it yourself, while still keeping the cost of materials to a minimum. They will simply think how lucky they are to have a craft their family can use, without breaking the bank. Then, they will think about building something similar, to help out their neighbors, or for their own personal use.

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