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yarn wrapped easter egg

How To: Yarn Wrapped Egg

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I’m almost embarrassed to call this a tutorial because its so easy! You will need: Styrofoam egg yarn Glue or double sided tape scissors crochet hook How to: Cover your egg with some glue to hold the yarn in place (mine wasn’t very strong so I also used double sided tape over parts of the egg). Make a little hole…

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make a big felt button

How To: Make a Big Felt Button

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Here is an easy tutorial on making needle felted buttons that I created for the Haby Goddess newsletter, which went out today. Jodie has a fantastic online Haby store and also writes daily sewing and craft hints on her facebook page. A must read, really worth a visit. Needles ready? Needle felting is a technique where you felt together wool…

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needle felting basics

Needle Felting Basic Tools & Instructions

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I often get asked – What is needle felting? Well the simple answer is: It’s a fibre craft that uses a barbed needle to felt wool roving into a solid 3D shape. I have put together a very simple guide with the basic tools and instructions to getting started for those of you that may want to give it a…

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diy vintage button magnet

How To: Button Magnets

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A very quick and easy project to organise all those artworks and receipts accumulated over the school holidays, and keep the fridge looking pretty at the same time. You will need: Super strong magnets (available from craft stores) Assorted buttons (flat backs, not shank style) Hot glue gun and glue sticks paper to protect your work surface How to: If…

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how to dye wool

How to: Dye wool fleece

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I’ve had lots of orders for my little felt macarons after they were featured in the latest Frankie Magazine, and have quickly run out of my supply of tasty coloured roving. Time to make some more so I thought I’d share my little wool dying experience with your all. This was the first time I’ve dyed my own wool, and…

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fabric covered letters

How To: Fabric Covered Letters

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I finally had a chance to make these fabric covered letters for Emma’s door. It was really easy, here are the instructions: 1. Materials – fabric scraps, Wooden letters (from a craft shop), Glue stick (suitable for wood and fabric), small sharp scissors or clippers, double sided tape 2. Smear glue generously onto wrong side of fabric, place letter front…

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