If you are after a quilt pattern that is well suited to using charm squares, you may wish to check out the Lucky Charm Quilt PDF Quilt Pattern in our Etsy store.I have made two quilts in this design. This one used Hunky Dory by Chez Moi for … [Read more...]
Tutorial: Eiffel Tower Smartphone Cover
My smartphone has had a makeover with a new Parisian inspired cover. I love using thick industrial felt for phone covers - they protect the phone whilst in your handbag, and they are quick to construct so you can make up a batch of them as gifts for … [Read more...]
Crafts for All Occasions
You may recall, that I reviewed Martha Stewart's, Handmade Holidays back in November. I have just discovered that this book has now been released in Australia, under the title of "Crafts for All Occasions", complete with a new cover. This is such an … [Read more...]
Cathedral Window Pillow
One of my favourite projects of the past year or so, was the Cathedral Window Pillow that I made for my Mum for her birthday. I love this classic patchwork technique and have made a number of pillows/cushions in this design over the years. The … [Read more...]
Chocolate Cake with Marshmallow Frosting
If you are after a cake for a special occasion, you can't go past this Chocolate Layer Cake, filled with rich chocolate ganache, and topped with Marshmallow Frosting. Sarah baked up this treat for the family last weekend and it was amazing!She used … [Read more...]
Contempo Doorstop
One of my goals this year is to make more items for our home. One project that has been top of my list for a while is to make some doorstops. We have a few sets of internal French doors which often slam when we open up the windows to let in the … [Read more...]
Book Review: Whoopie Pies
This week we have a cookbook to review for you, thanks to our friends at Capricorn Link (distributors). Whoopie Pies by Viola Green is a fabulous cookbook which shows you how to make over 80 varieties of pies. Those of us in Australia, haven't grown … [Read more...]
A Sprinkle of Sugar
Thanks to everyone who has signed up to our newsletter over the past few weeks. We have been blown away by the number of subscribers we have received:) The first issue of "A Sprinkle of Sugar" was published today and should be arriving in your in … [Read more...]
