This handmade fabric tape is easy to make with just a few scraps of pretty fabric. Use it to embellish scrapbook projects, gift wrapping or anything else you would use normal adhesive tape for. We’ve even been known to use small pieces as doll band-aids. You will need: fabric scraps double sided adhesive tape scissors iron (optional) How to: 1….
Read More
This Pom Pom Wreath is a fun to make alternative to the traditional Christmas wreath. You can make it with materials you may already have laying about the house. Get the kids involved in making the Pom Poms and you’ll have this cheerful Christmas decoration made in no time at all. There are lots of similar versions of this project…
Read More
This is a quick little coin purse project that can be made with off-cuts of a clear PVC (vinyl) tablecloth. A pretty and practical little coin purse that is ideal for spare change and business cards. It would make a great gift or party favour. I’ve used a page from an old story book as the paper insert, but you…
Read More
This pretty storybook soap is an easy and inexpensive gift idea or party favour. You can use this wrapping technique to make any small gift look extra special. You will need: A lovely bar of soap, the handmade kind would be even better. A scanned and printed image out of a vintage story book. I’ve just used normal office paper…
Read More
This is a very easy and pretty project for those new to needle felting. Make as many hearts as you like to decorate with love this festive season. For a beginners guide to needle felting you should check out my previous post: Needle Felting Basics How to make a Needle Felted Heart Garland You will need: Wool roving (assorted colors)…
Read More
When I saw that my friend Leslie of Maze & Vale (formally Onegirl) was doing a handprinted fabric swap, I couldn’t resist joining in. I have been wanting to experiment with the whole screen printing thing for quite a while now and this was the perfect opportunity to give it a try. My last hands on experience with screen printing…
Read More
I get a lot of comments on my nails, probably because they are always colourful and look reasonably well kept. Turns out, it’s my ‘thing’. For some it may be all about their hair or lippy, I like to have nice nails. It was never started as a conscious thing, I blame my sister for starting me on the nail…
Read More
If your kids are constantly wearing the knees out of their pants or jeans, you are going to love this easy to follow tutorial. This patching technique is useful for all trousers, big or small, but especially small. Mending knee holes isn’t difficult, and the best thing is I’ll show you a trick which means no hand sewing! You’ll get…
Read More