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Relax With Your Favorite Hobby or Craft Project

December 17, 2012 by Abby Robey Leave a Comment

Not long ago I read an article about the health benefits associated with having a hobby – something that helps take your mind from the everyday stresses of life and allows for relaxation and fun.  So, I decided to rekindle one of my childhood obsessions and attempt to re-learn crochet and the art of the granny square.  With the help of YouTube and some great blog sites, I was cranking out the squares in no time.  The simple rhythm of the stitches is hypnotic and it truly does bring a sense of calm and relaxation (unless the cat decides to grab the skein of yarn and run around the house).

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Filed Under: Needlecraft Tagged With: Craft, Crochet, Embroidery, Hand Tools, Hobby, Knitting, Model Hobby Tools, needlecraft, needlework, Scissors, Sewing, Xuron Tools, Yarn

Xuron® Tool Care and Maintenance

September 21, 2012 by Abby Robey 8 Comments

Not to say that any of you, our wonderful customers don’t treat your Xuron® tools like gold and take the very best care of them, but sometimes it’s nice to share a few  tips for care and maintenance:

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Filed Under: Industrial Products Tagged With: Cutters, Pliers, wire cutting, Xuron Tools

iHobby Expo 2012 – Will Cleveland “Rock”?

August 20, 2012 by Abby Robey 3 Comments

iHobby Expo

When I first heard that the HMA (Hobby Manufacturer’s Association) was moving the annual iHobby Expo from Chicago (Rosemont), Illinois to Cleveland, Ohio, I was, to say the least underwhelmed.  That feeling, however, lasted about 5 minutes.  I had to put aside my “creature of habit” attitude and realize that a new venue is good for everyone — especially the consumers in the Cleveland area that will have the opportunity to experience this event and meet with major hobby product manufacturers (like Xuron Corp)!
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Filed Under: Model Railroading, Radio Control, Scale Modeling Tagged With: Hobby, Model Railroading, Plastic Kit Building, Radio Control, Trade Show, Xuron Tools

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