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Finger Magic Origami Kits

Finger Magic Origami Kits

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Finger Magic Origami Kits

$10

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Reviewed: November 2nd, 2011

Origami kits always intrigue me, but after folding a few animals I wonder what it’s all for. So when I discovered Finger Magic, I thought, origami with a purpose! Not only do the kits teach fresh origami like Small World-style elephants, 3D tulips, and butterflies, but some kits come with greeting cards and envelopes. Just attach […]

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Hot Laminator Kit

Hot Laminator Kit

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Hot Laminator Kit

$59

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I save recipes on cards and always get bits of food or water on them, but laminating them with this hot laminator kit makes wiping them off a breeze. Use it for scrapbooking or for special photos you want to protect, or make your own laminated crafts such as luggage tags, signs, and more. Any crafter […]

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Pottery Kick Wheel Wood and Metal Parts Kits

Pottery Kick Wheel Wood and Metal Parts Kits

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Pottery Kick Wheel Wood and Metal Parts Kits

$551 (for both kits)

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A friend and I tried to build a pottery kick wheel ourselves, but the concrete flywheel we poured cracked immediately, rendering the wheel a bit wobbly. Fortunately I later discovered these two kits, which include everything you need to make a solid kick wheel, including the wheel head, ball bearings, and all the pre-cut wood. And […]

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Schacht Mini Loom Weaving Kit

Schacht Mini Loom Weaving Kit

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Schacht Mini Loom Weaving Kit

$35

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Beginners can learn how to weave their own bags, mats, coasters, and more with this portable weaving kit. The plastic mini loom comes with two shuttles, a beater, a weaving needle, five colors of yarn, and project instructions. Perfect for kids!

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LEGO Syringe Kit

LEGO Syringe Kit

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LEGO Syringe Kit

$20

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MAKE blogger Sean Ragan created this provocative kit enabling you to make a medical replica out of nothing but Lego, with the exception of one slightly modified piece. Build the syringe by following the easy “order-of-operations,” using red for blood, or maybe a blue medicine from the future, or create yourself a sickly yellow-green poison. Complete […]

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Pee-Wee Herman Paint By Number

Pee-Wee Herman Paint By Number

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Pee-Wee Herman Paint By Number

$35

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Without ever painting a portrait before in my life, I re-created the likeness of Pee-wee Herman with this PopParty Paint by Number Kit. Choose from the Golden Girls, Pee-wee, or my personal favorite, Lindsay Lohan’s mug shot. Better yet, order a custom kit from your own photo for $125, with up to 16 acrylic paint […]

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Octopus Friend

Octopus Friend

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Octopus Friend

$18

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If you’ve never needle felted before, you’ll start this kit a beginner, and complete it an expert. With enough wool to make two large friends, or a handful of tiny octopi, these creatures will take shape before your eyes, and as you work, you’ll refine your skills. Follow the clear and funny directions to needle […]

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