Pottery is among the oldest crafts known to mankind, one that through time has flowered into an art form. Besides potterys utilitarian purposes, many types of fine pottery are sought after as antiques and collectables.  more

If we want to save anything, we first need to appreciate it. With this noble thought began the New7Wonders campaign in 2001, an online poll to select seven great monuments from a shortlist of existing heritage sites on the planet.  more

Bamboo fabric is fast becoming the textile of the future. Its extraordinary qualities make bamboo clothing quite the favourite with international designers like Diane von Furstenberg and Oscar de la Renta.  more

Winter is here and its time to bundle up with a hot cup of tea and a good book. But wait a minute! Just because you cant head outside doesnt mean that you cant have any fun with your family. Here are some fun activities you can do this winter.  more

Perfumes are fun to experiment with and are an integral part of dressing up (or down) these days.  more

Tattoos are no longer just for bikers or sailors; doctors, lawyers, teachers and just about everyone is giving into the cool quotient of tattoos. Here are some steps you may have to take into consideration as you prepare to jump onto the tattoo bandwagon.  more

Swimming is a great way to exercise and have fun at the same time. But some times it can be a bit of a struggle to keep yourself motivated, so lets have a look at ways that you can keep your exercise program on track.  more

Are you a smoker? Are you concerned about your health and life expectancy?  more

The history of the game of Airsoft can be traced back to the Far East in the end of the 1970s, particularly China, Japan and Hong Kong.  more

These tips are from seasoned work-from-home entrepreneurs, many of them bidorbuy sellers. Perhaps they will work for you too!  more

OK, youve worked hard and its time for that well-deserved break. But how can you make sure that your holiday lives up to your expectations? The answer is planning!  more

Cashmere is considered a special luxury fibre. It is extremely soft and is hand-combed from the undercoat of the Cashmere goat (usually found in Mongolia and China).  more

Lebanon-born designer Elie Saab was 18 years old when he launched his fashion label in Beirut in 1982. Elie began sewing at age 9; later, as a gifted teenager, he would sell his creations to neighbourhood women.  more

Guache (or gouache) is a paint medium akin to watercolour but radically different in composition and usage.  more

Interesting facts about fashion and the clothing section on bidorbuy in a fun picture format  more

For all you book-club ladies, heres a chick-lit offering from bestselling author Jane Green, The Patchwork Marriage that ought to give you plenty to chew on and of course, talk about during your next book-club discussion.  more

The word crochet comes from Old French, meaning hook and refers to the technique of making fabric from yarn strands, using a hook.  more

Doll making as a hobby can be surprisingly engaging and creative, keeping you engrossed for hours together.  more

Computers have become as much an integral part of our daily lives as they have for kids. But laptops for children can be used not only for playing games and surfing the Internet, but also for educational purposes. Heres a look at the best laptops for children that are also good value for money.  more

Potty training is a significant milestone in a childs life. But before you try to potty train your toddler, you need to assess if your child is ready to say goodbye to diapers.  more

Huge selection, low prices, buyer protection programme and rating system are only some of the reasons to shop on bidorbuy.  more

Baking is known to have a relaxing effect and it is a great hobby as well. But for many people, the prospect of baking is unnerving since baking requires more precision and skill than all other forms of cooking.  more

Fashion designers consider hats to be among the most stylish and versatile accessories that one can wear. Hats add a polished look to your outfit and are a wardrobe essential for every woman.  more

Hungarian shelving traditionally covers a large wall space and really looks impressive. But you dont need to buy expensive ready-made shelves; they are quite simple to make for the average DIY handyman or woman.  more

We all love to have wild birds visiting our gardens and one method to encourage this is to include a bird bath.  more