These are a cool alternative to having a real animal head trophy on a wall. It takes some patience and a willingness to learn to make these, but the materials are super cheap: cardboard and glue. I've seen these made up as giraffes, elk, moose, etc. Start with something simple and learn as you go. These sell for a pretty good buck (pun … [Read more...]
Unbelievable Purse Made from Catalog Paper
I have never seen a craft project look so luxe. Wow. This upscale-looking purse was made from catalog pages, newspaper, & glue. I don't know that I would even attempt it, but if I did I'd start with something more simple, like a clutch. It looks very time-consuming. I'm retired, but I don't know that I'd want to put in that kind of time.On the … [Read more...]
When Your Hobby Becomes a Business
Are you thinking of turning your hobby into a business? Here are some of the realities of that, mainly it's a lot of work. But it could be good as a side business for extra income.Click title for link at the New York Times. … [Read more...]
Teachers Sell Lesson Plans Online
Teachers are making a little extra money by selling lesson plans they have developed online. It seems mostly other teachers are buying them & then adapting them to their own classes & curriculum. Possibly home schoolers are buying them too.Some people think this is wrong; others say more power to them. Many teachers are overworked & underpaid, so … [Read more...]