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Embracing imperfection in your scrapbook
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When it comes to scrapbooking, perfection is not the goal. In fact, embracing imperfection is a key part of the process. It's important to remember that if something doesn’t turn out exactly as envisioned, it's all part of the journey, and chances are, no one will notice anyway. After all, we are our o...
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Know when to use a tripod
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Tripods are one of the greatest inventions in photography. They all but eliminate one of the trickiest problems there is – a lack of light. With tripods, you can shoot multi-minute exposures and capture details so dark that they are invisible to the human eye. Even in a brighter scene, tripods improv...
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Designing your own model railroad set
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If you are new to the hobby and haven't acquired a train set, consider putting your own together. Starting in HO or N scale lets you take advantage of the wide range of products available. Start with a locomotive from Athearn, Atlas, Bachmann Spectrum, Kato, Life-Like Proto series, or Stewart. Add fo...
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The Art of Calendar Making is a Blend of Tradition and Technology
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Even though we seem to be inundated with digital reminders and electronic planners, the traditional calendar still holds a special place in our homes and hearts. It's more than just a way to track dates; it's a canvas for creativity, a collection of memories, and a personal touch in an increasingly i...
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How much detail is enough for your scale model?
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Another modeller and I were having a conversation recently, and we got around to the subject of aftermarket parts and how they had revolutionized modelling. We both agreed that the range had expanded beyond belief in the last few years, and that it had raised the standards of the models which we are no...
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Dividing and Transplanting Spring-Blooming Perennials
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As the days start to cool down and summer transitions into autumn, it’s a perfect time to roll up your sleeves and get your garden ready for the next blooming season. Late summer to early autumn is considered the best time for dividing and transplanting spring-blooming perennials. Why, you ask? Well...
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Using Depth of Field in Landscape Photography
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Depth of field is the limitation of perceived sharpness within a photographic image. The greater the depth of field, the more of the image from front to back that appears sharp. An image with a shallow depth of field has a short and more specific depth of sharpness. In photography, careful use of depth...
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