After searching for a sweet little summer bonnet for my bonny baby I decided I might as well just try and make one. After a disastrous first attempt where it turned out large enough to fit my enormous head, my … Continue reading
So in just over a week’s time I’m going to be back at work and so it’s time to get my arse into gear and get organised therefore, of course, the PERFECT excuse to buy a new diary. After some … Continue reading
I first made these fabric covered rope necklaces last year as Christmas presents, they’re also a good way of using up awkward sized scraps of fabric. Here’s what you’ll need: Wooden beads, I went for chunky 35mm ones bought on … Continue reading
Unlike my sister and quite a few friends I am not a great knitter, learning a new stitch or technique takes time and always having to stop and start means I spend far too much time trying to work out … Continue reading
I had no idea how pointlessly complicated making a basic lined curtain could be until I embarked on making one. After trawling the web I was quickly confused by conflicting advice about machine stitching versus hand-stitching, how much extra fabric … Continue reading
I’ve been meaning to post this for a while but what with moving house, finally learning to drive at the ripe old age of 30 and holding down the day job, I’ve been a bit lax. But I am pleased … Continue reading
Some months ago my darling sister became engaged and I obviously immediately started plotting about what would make the perfect wedding present. I’ve always loved antique cross stitch samplers so decided to make a more modern piece of needlework which … Continue reading
If your wooden spoons are looking a little forlorn, this is an easy way to make them shiny and happy again. Plus they make really pretty presents or you could just customise them for your own kitchen. HOURS of fun… … Continue reading
So last night I experimented with rubber. Ok not that kind of rubber, this was the school eraser variety, which it turns out you can fashion into rather cool personalised stamps. Perfect for making your own cards, fabric printing, gifts … Continue reading
I found some rather cute Eiffel Tower print fabric in a shop a while ago and when I came across a template for a handmade purse I realised this was what it was made for (and it’s pretty easy to … Continue reading
