The opening page is vitally important in any story: fiction or non-fiction. Take whatever time is necessary to write an effective introduction for a memoir.

Feb 11, 2010 - Marg McAlister

The reader/writer nexus is explored in Elizabeth Jolley's darkly funny yet moving novel 'Miss Peabody's Inheritance'. Authors are seducers.

Nov 26, 2011 - James Parsons

Create a craft room inside an armoire that contains the essential tools necessary for doing many types of craft projects. Plus, learn how to maximize storage space.

Mar 10, 2008 - Michael Vyskocil

Create one-of-a-kind decorations and designs from craft and hardware wire.

Feb 15, 2010 - Sarah Briggs

Celebrate long summer days by crafting seasonal projects, perfect for gifts or just to display around the house.

Jul 19, 2009 - Julie Pirkle

Create a craft room inside an armoire that contains the essential tools necessary for doing many types of craft projects. Plus, learn how to maximize storage space.

Mar 10, 2008 - Michael Vyskocil

These quick crafts and games require little more than a box of toothpicks to supply an hour or an afternoon of entertainment.

Apr 15, 2010 - Susan Caplan

Keep kids entertained with creative paper crafts that showcase their artistic talents.

Apr 28, 2010 - Sarah Briggs

It only takes editors a few pages to know if they like your novel. Here are some tips to develop character, setting and mood in your first lines.

Mar 21, 2007 - Jennifer Jensen

Kids' ornaments are often treasured keepsakes that last for years. Parents looking for things to do with kids during the holiday season can make homemade ornaments.

Nov 7, 2009 - Sarabeth Asaff

Sewing and craft supplies are easy to misplace and lose. Get it all under control with easy and interesting ideas to organize all your sewing and hobby items.

Jun 5, 2009 - Prerna Malik

Using recycled and repurposed wool for craft, sewing, and felting projects provides a less expensive, natural, and green alternative to purchasing new wool.

Oct 12, 2010 - Julie Workman

Smooth paper mache pulp can be molded into a creative candy box perfect for holiday gift-giving that doubles as a unique Christmas tree ornament.

Mar 17, 2010 - Sarah Briggs

Homemade gifts are such a thoughtful way of saying "Merry Christmas" or "You are special to me." Here are three fun, simple gift ideas for anyone to make in an evening.

Nov 16, 2009 - Deborah Read

Teaching someone to crochet and crocheting items for charity are two great ways to celebrate National Crochet Week.

Feb 25, 2011 - Sydney Thomas

Fredericton, New Brunswick, in Canada's Maritime Provinces, offers exciting vacation activities and the chance to learn or hone skills in arts and crafts.

Apr 25, 2010 - Stillman Rogers

Children in elementary grades will have fun making advent wreaths, Christmas tree ornaments and other holiday projects.

Nov 14, 2008 - Diane Laney Fitzpatrick

With a few simple techniques, you can make "yarn" from grocery store plastic bags, tee shirts, pillow cases, tights, in fact, all sorts of materials.

Aug 26, 2010 - Susan Caplan

Proper use of plug cut herring is a fishing technique that will improve salmon angling success, especially compared to use of whole baits.

Aug 25, 2008 - Alan Sorum