Learn my tips for engaging and 'managing' stakeholders on a projejct. From the communication you do, to the informal chats you have about project requirements, it all counts towards relationship building. Working successfully with stakeholders is critical if you want to get a quality result at the end of your project because they are the ones that decide what quality means.
Whether you are trying to spruce up your kitchen, bedroom, living room, or entryway, here are eco-friendly wood projects you can do today.
We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. Please see policies for more information.Here’s a simple (but fun) trick for the kids! You only need coin(s), a cup and a piece of cardboard. Place the cardboard on top of the cup. Place a coin in the center of the cardboard.
Turn broken toothpicks into a star with this toothpick trick. Learn how wood can move all by itself without being touched in this fun science experiment.
Summer's over and it's back to school time, which means it's also back to sewing school time! (Did you know that I have a FREE beginner's sewing course?) Last week I mentioned that I have a new free pattern for a pencil-shaped pencil case to share with you (update: here's the info on the pencil
Some everyday tricks are so useful and simple they can come in handy to more than one generation. Yet over time, they’re somehow forgotten, and they turn into what’s called “grandma’s tips.”
Morse code is a great example of such a system, since not many people understand how to use it these days.
The basics of longarm quilting on a Handi Quilter Amara along with some tips and tricks for free motion and ruler work are discussed.
Science Fair - Articulated Hand < $20: My niece Sydney needed help for a 7th grade Science Fair project. I helped another friend's daughter (Kaitlin) build an articulated hand for a project in the past and suggested we resurrect the project. The build is fun for the kids and I wanted to…
Morse code is a great example of such a system, since not many people understand how to use it these days.
This project is an ecosystem in a bottle showing how animals, plants, and non-living things are all connected.
'Do you think you can fit through this index card?' My daughter looked at me like I was crazy as I asked her this question and held up a 3x5 index card. She emphatically answered no, and was very curious when I told her that I could show her how she could very easily fit through an index card. What followed was one our favorite science experiments for kids as we learned how to make an index card chain. Why this experiment is fun for kids With this science experiment, kids will learn about how physical objects change. As a bonus,
Eco printing has so many questions since it is such an interesting art form. I'll share my Eco Printing Tips & tricks with you from my many experimentations
A few nights ago I was watching a documentary about an expedition into the Caldera de Luba, an isolated and steep-sided valley on Equatorial Guinea. With some descents as steep as 70 to 80 degrees, sections of the journey were more like mountaineering than hiking. To assist in one particularly…
Whether it is back to school season or you are preparing to homeschool, if your child is a struggler - and even if they are not - these Tricks to Help
Whether you are trying to get someone's attention in a crowd, hailing a cab, or looking for a good party trick, learning to whistle loudly is a great skill to have. Before you learn to whistle, it is important to decide whether you want to...
My oldest daughter is in 3rd grade and is working on mastering her times tables. She has a great understanding of the concept of multiplic...
Make a Wood Carrier That's a Cinch: Make this simple, effective, and low cost wood carrier. You only need two materials. The picture probably tells you everything you need - but I am posting detailed steps and comments. Traditional wood carriers take more materials and al…
Find fun, easy, and educational science experiments for kids to do at home to help teach them science in an engaging way.
Hi everyone, Lots of you, on Facebook and Instagram, have asked me about my centers. Today, I'm here to show you my daily center routine. I should tell you
Save Do you sometimes get angry at your straight pins? You know, when you can’t wiggle them through that darn fabric? Yeah…..pins aren’t r
Here is a great Gospel magic trick that uses the fun science experiment that many people call "Elephant Toothpaste." It teaches about God's overflowing love
Get all my beginner woodworking tips, tutorials and project ideas in one place - from what tools you need to easy projects to get started!
Send dirt and germs packing with these expert-approved tips and tricks.
By using a simple yet effective design twist, the Flow Wall Desk transforms itself from a piece of art on the wall, into a functional desk by showing off its unique aesthetics. The Flow Wall Desk acknowledges the potential of creating a desk inside one’s indoor environment. Only with one twist, it becomes a true joy to have as a separate working area. It can be subscribed as a piece of functional art that builds on Robert van Embricqs his Design track record of transformations in space. This one offers a part of the interior that shifts with time: a cozy workspace during the day becomes a compact wall hanging after being used. Van Embricqs was inspired by recent global events, and the longer-term trends that precede them, to devise a statement piece that lends dignity to the digital workspace through craft, warm textures, and durably engineered fastenings. The Flow Wall Desk is adaptable to any wall and can be used throughout homes, libraries, hotels, and many other inside locations. It creates the opportunity for a temporary work surface in a sunny corner and becomes an ergonomically adjustable desk in a compact city interior which invites the user to fold that desk away when work is over. When it comes to functionality, each part of the Flow Wall desk has been specifically engineered without losing the appeal to attract, just like a folding magic trick with a well-kept secret.
Tables of 6, 7, 8 and 9 in Your Hands: At the age of 8 I had to learn the multiplying tables. I've never been good at memorizing lists or tables. It was easy to learn the tables from 1 to 5 but from 6 to 9 it seemed to be way more complicated... A year later I heard this t…
How to tie a knot in thread using a quilters knot video tutorial and photo tutorial! (Hi! Want more sewing how to tutorials just like this? Then don’t forget to check out my other sewing how to tutorials or my free easy sewing projects!) This tutorial will be showing you how to tie a knot […]
Curiosity over the actual definition (if there is such a thing) of the names for the various pants lengths after the piratas*/capris post led me to do some book-type sleuthing. Here’s one pic…
What is a Serger Machine? Learn their uses and functions, and find the best options for professional sewing right here!
The secret to the BEST DIY borax crystals tutorial. Learn how to grow crystals with borax that are HUGE & DENSE, glittering like real gems.
Morse code is a system of communication developed by Samuel F.B. Morse that uses a series of dots and dashes to relay coded messages. Though it was originally devised as a way of communicating over telegraph lines, Morse code is still used...
Elevate the quality of all your sewing projects with mitered corners! Here are 3 simple ways to sew a mitered corner that you have to try!
Hey friends! It’s Nellie from sewmessy.blogspot.com. It’s January! And were I live, it’s cold. Like really really cold. And I’ve seen a lot of requests on...
This simple trick will greatly improve the finished look of your knitted projects. Use bias bind-off whenever you have bind-offs over multiple rows e.g., necklines and shoulder shaping. Look at the stair-step effect of a regular bind-off in the first photo, compared to the bias bind-off in the second photo.
Provide a hands-on STEAM learning opportunity with the DIY Robot Hand Activity! Children will love making their own robotic hand with straws, string, and paper.
This super-simple experiment, originally from the Questacon Science Club, might stump even the smartest of adults! Here's what you'll need: a
Think about the thoughts you have before you fall asleep — especially when you need to fall asleep very quickly. At moments like these, your brain starts wondering about different things that you never think about on a regular day like, how much does a cloud weigh? Can a person sense smells while they sleep? How much energy does a human body produce? Luckily for you, we found the answers to all of these questions!
Setting up opportunities for your child to explore science doesn’t have to be complicated or time consuming. Here are 1o of our favorite science activities for kids that are super easy to set up at home! Follow our Science for Kids Pinterest board! Have you ever seen the look of pure joy and excitement on …
Disclaimer right up front: Math dogged me throughout my school years. I wanted to be good at it, but it just wasn't going to happen (even though I had
The bust dart position can make or break the look of a garment. This post will show you how to make sure it's in the right position even before you start cutting. It only a few minutes and a tape measure.
Greetings my friends and a big Aussie hello to you all today. I hope that you learnt a new fitting technique from the previous post How to Lengthen Your Back Rise in relation to the new Harper Pants Pattern. For today’s post I am going to share with you the method on shortening your front [...]
I LOVE BIAS BINDING! There, I said it...I love bias binding and yes all caps that's how much I love it ;) Why am i in love with bias binding? It's an elegant finish suitable for a lot of projects and fabrics. After using the technique for a few years (on just about every project) I find it's actually a quick, clean and easy way to finish garments.
Knowing how to whistle with your fingers can come in handy when you need to hail a cab or get someone's attention. Whistling with your fingers can be tricky, but with a little practice, you'll be whistling loudly in no time! Press the end...
Try several color change chemical reaction experiments with HST's guide. Videos included! Projects are great for high schoolers. Start today.
This is the easiest way to hem pants using a sewing machine. Even beginning sewists will do great with this!
The Pythagorean Theorem states that the area of the two sides forming the right triangles is equal to the sum of the hypotenuse. Commonly we see Pythagorean theory shown as a^2 + b^2 = c^2. Many of the proofs for the theorem are beautiful geometric designs, such as Bhaskara's proof. You can incorporate this famous ...
How can you make coloured water not mix? Add a bit of salt of course, this changes the density and makes a lovely science trick to show friends
So little changes about needles, so the news of SCHMETZ color coded needles is HUGE! From my travels the most frequent comment heard was about identification of the needle . . . . especially after it was out of the package. The problem is now solved! Most needles will have two bands of color - the top band to identify the needle TYPE and the lower band to identify needle SIZE. The SCHMETZ Universal will have just one color band identifying needle size. The new SCHMETZ color coded needles are shipping now to your local stores. Yahoo . . . Happy New Year! Sew SCHMETZ! Rhonda PS: This is my last blog post at this address. Read the new blog on our website at www.SCHMETZneedles.com.
Willow bark has been used for centuries as a natural pain reliever. It contains salicin, which was later synthesized and is the active ingredient in aspirin. It's reputed to relieve pain without the stomach upset
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
