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Scratch-Art Company, Inc., has come out with a new and better way to display things. Scratch-Art introduces Adhere-O[R] Display Window Frame. This neat new frame displays things under a clear, flat plastic window with a depth of 3/8" to accommodate objects having dimension. Perfect for pressed flowers, leaves ... or whatever! The heavy 40 pt. white background board has a strong pressure sensitive adhesive Pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA, self adhesive, self stick adhesive) is adhesive that forms a bond when pressure is applied to marry the adhesive with the adherend. No solvent, water, or heat is needed to activate the adhesive.  to hold the parts wherever placed. The clear protective window cover fits over the board for an immediate clean display! Easy to use, convenient, lightweight, and durable. Board size 8 1/2 x 10 1/2". Display area approximately 8 x 10".

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SafeWorld International, Inc., unveils the award-winning, patented CAN-GUN[R] Spray Can Trigger Handle. CAN-GUN'S[R] new and improved trigger pivot post gives crafters greater control over the amount, speed, and direction of the contents of virtually all spray cans. Crafters will experience the joy of spraying without the mess and fatigue normally associated with using a spray can. CAN-GUN[R] gives arthritis and carpal tunnel carpal tunnel
n.
The space between the flexor retinaculum of the wrist and the carpal bones, through which the median nerve and the flexor tendons of the fingers and thumb pass.
 sufferers the ability to use a spray can once again. The original CAN-GUN[R] combines an ergonomic ergonomic - Concerning ergonomics or exhibitting good ergonimics.  (form-fitting) handle and trigger as well as an integral safety shield making CAN-GUN[R] suitable for use with virtually all craft paints, floral sprays, adhesives, coatings, fixatives, finishes, and more!

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McGill Incorporated introduces their NEW Punch'N Go Craft Punch Tote. This innovative tote bag carries and stores craft punches, scissors scissors

Cutting instrument or tool consisting of a pair of opposed metal blades that meet and cut when the handles at their ends are brought together. Modern scissors are of two types: the more usual pivoted blades have a rivet or screw connection between the cutting ends
 and other paper crafting supplies. The tote has easy-viewing clear plastic pockets in two sizes, velcro flaps which securely hold contents with an adjustable carrying handle with shoulder pad. The tote is made of water repellent re·pel·lent
adj.
Capable of driving off or repelling.

n.
A substance used to drive off or keep away insects.



repellent

able to repel or drive off; also, an agent that repels. Refers usually to insect repellent.
 nylon with dimensions of 14 1/4 x 11 x 5 1/2" and holds approximately 30-50 punches. This is the perfect gift for craftbookers and paper crafters.

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Crystal Productions is pleased to announce the release of a new set of Take 5 Art Prints--Interdisciplinary Connections: Art and Science, Natural Environments, which provide the opportunity for students to create, investigate, appreciate, and question art in ways that require critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The backs of the prints include information about the artist, the art, and a guided analysis for critiquing, understanding, and interpreting the art as it relates to the discipline it covers, and activities for both elementary and secondary students. The set is correlated with the appropriate national standards and includes a 31-page Teacher's Guide which includes activities and expands on the correlation between art and science.

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Roylco, Inc. is proud to announce that their creative kit Many Masks, (item number 87007), has received the 1999 Parent's Choice Gold Award. Learn about masks in arts, crafts, and history. Explore dramatic play and funky funky - Said of something that functions, but in a slightly strange, klugey way. It does the job and would be difficult to change, so its obvious non-optimality is left alone. Often used to describe interfaces.  designs. Create handmade hand·made  
adj.
Made or prepared by hand rather than by machine.


handmade
Adjective

made by hand, not by machine

Adj. 1.
 Halloween masks and special occasion costumes. This kit is perfect for playgroups, parties, and creative kids! Includes enough products to make 21 crafts.

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DecoArt announces their Liquid Rainbow Window Paint! Liquid Rainbow is a non-toxic, water-based, colorful, transparent paint that is decorative enough for home decor, yet easy enough for kid's crafts. With Liquid Rainbow, beautiful stained-glass creations require no special tools or brushes. Consumers simply trace designs with dimensional liquid leading on a plastic styrene sty·rene
n.
A colorless oily liquid from which polystyrenes, plastics, and synthetic rubber are produced. Also called vinylbenzene.
 sheet, fill in the open spaces with easy flowing paint colors, let dry, peel, and stick on a window. Liquid Rainbow designs are excellent for both everyday and seasonal decorating because they can be attached and reattached to just about any smooth surface including refrigerators, mirrors, metal cabinets, and windowpanes. Liquid Rainbow comes in 26 beautiful transparent colors, plus 3 leading (outlining) colors!

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Elmer's announces their NEW 3D Washable wash·a·ble  
adj.
Capable of being washed without fading or other injury: washable wool.



wash
 Paint Pens! The newest evolution of drawing materials, Elmer's 3D Washable Paint Pens bring arts & crafts projects to life. The colors dry raised from the surface with 3D effect that can actually be seen and touched. Elmer's 3D Washable Paint Pens are available in 16 different classic and bold colors. Elmer's 3D Washable Glitter Paint Pens are also available in 16 different classic and bold colors. Elmer's 3D Washable Paint Pens feature a variety of classic, fluorescent, and sparkle colors. Parents will appreciate the easy-to-use pen applicator ap·pli·ca·tor
n.
An instrument for applying something, such as a medication.


applicator,
n a device for applying medication; usually a slender rod of glass or wood, used with a pledget of cotton on the end.
 and that the product washes easily from most surfaces. Elmer's 3D Washable Paint Pens are currently available in most stores.

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American Art American art, the art of the North American colonies and of the United States. There are separate articles on American architecture, North American Native art, pre-Columbian art and architecture, Mexican art and architecture, Spanish colonial art and architecture,  Clay Co., Inc., announces that its new Art & Craft Materials Catalog is now available. The 40-page, full color catalog is totally updated and is a complete source for modeling clays and materials, craft supplies, and products for antiquing, staining, dying fabrics, and refinishing Refinishing in woodworking and decorative arts means fixing or redoing the finishing paint, varnish or other top coating of an object, from resanding to new paint and new varnish. The artisan or restorer is traditionally aiming for an improved or restored and renewed finish. . The catalog features dozens of new items including Easy Squeezy[TM] Clay for Kids, Fun Wire[TM], House Fronts Push Molds, PlasterForm plaster cloth, FIMO FIMO Formation Initiale Minimum Obligatoire (France) [R] Soft pastel colors, and Wire Mesh wire mesh, wire netting ntela metálica [R] wire fabric. This colorful and useful catalog will be sent to you by writing or calling American Art Clay Co., Inc., 4717 W. Sixteenth Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222, (800) 374-1600

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