I’ve yet to meet anyone who doesn’t have fond memories of playing Space Invaders as a kid, so why not add a little geek nostalgia to the tree this Christmas with some colourful Space Invaders ornaments. This set of four ornaments are simple to make with Hama (also known as perler) beads, and can we whipped up in less than…
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You’ve probably noticed that Christmas is just around the corner, it has snuck up again on me this year. It’s my birthday month so I don’t really get into the Christmas spirit until I blow out the candles on my birthday cake. When Freedom gifted me a voucher to help me get ready for Christmas, my mind went straight to…
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Make these colourful crochet nesting baskets with recycled t-shirt yarn. I’ve got simple to follow crochet pattern to make storage baskets in 3 sizes. I was lucky enough to receive several cones of Zpagetti yarn from a friend. I’d been curious about it for a while and was delighted to give it a try. T-shirt yarn is made from fabric…
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Sew a cheerful and re-usable Advent Calendar Wall Hanging to usher in the festive season this Christmas. Fill it with treats to enjoy, then just roll it up and pack it away, ready for next Christmas. I remember with great fondness the little cardboard Advent Calendar my sister and I had as children. It was a little village scene where…
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Receiving a Christmas card in the mail these days is quite a treat, so why not display them beautifully on this colourful String Art Christmas Tree. I’ve always loved the idea of string art, but making holes in my walls for a temporary project is not ideal. That’s where 3M Clear hooks are perfect, they stick to most surfaces, then…
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Make a floral headband for a Frida Frida Kahlo costume or even as a bridal wedding headpiece. It’s easier than you think with just a few supplies available at most craft stores. It’s fun having creative friends, friends that love colour and irreverence and fun. Friends that make art and think it’s awesome when you show up to their exhibition…
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Sensory play is a valuable part of early childhood development, not only is it fun, but it helps develop fine motor skills and creativity. Emma has been a little unfocused and disruptive at school lately, so her teacher suggested we try some more sensory play activities at home to help her calm her behavior and help her focus. A tray…
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I’m going to show you how to make a Duvet Cover from two flat bed sheets that you may already have languishing in your linen cupboard. Not only will it save you a ton of money, quilt covers can be quite expensive, especially in larger sizes. But you will be able to make unique bedding to suit your own personal…
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