Sponsored by TargetIf you are like us, we love to head outside in spring and spend more time in our outdoor space. We have had a few BBQ's and simple meals outdoors over the past weeks. We have bought some new bright and colourful homewares to … [Read more...]
Cherry Jar
I love Bonne Maman jam jars and have quite a collection. They are so useful for storing lots of bits and pieces in the sewing room and I can't resist their red and white gingham lids. I have a few filled with buttons.I dressed up a button jar … [Read more...]
Fiesta Potholder
Pot Holders are practical but they can also be colourful and fun! Our Fiesta Pot Holder is generously sized and feature a pocket so you can use it like an oven mitt. They are made with a patchwork front which showcases the sweet retro fabrics. I used … [Read more...]
Ruler Box
I love Ruler Boxes - they are perfect for storing supplies in the sewing room. I have a couple of Ruler Boxes that I purchased from Temecula Quilt Co but wanted a divided ruler box that was bigger. I found some old wooden rulers that my kids used … [Read more...]
Crochet Coasters
If you follow us on Instagram, you may have seen the Crochet Coasters I have been making recently. Coasters are a great portable project and they are perfect for using up left over yarn. Each coaster can be made in around 15 minutes and they are … [Read more...]
Weekend DIY: Lego Keychain Project
Sponsored by DremelI love a good DIY project and it is fun to swap my sewing machine for some power tools occasionally. We have been watching a few home renovation shows lately and I am always dreaming up fun projects to make for our home. When … [Read more...]
Banana Choc Chip Muffins
Time for baking has been in short supply lately. I am currently working full time on a short term project so I need recipes that can be made quickly and freeze well so we have some treats on hand.I love the flavour of banana muffins and they are … [Read more...]
Mini Heart Gift Tag
I love to give hand made gifts. If I don't give handmade, I at least like to add some creativity to the gift wrapping. Our latest project is mini heart gift tags.I have been enjoying some quick crochet projects recently that are helping me use all … [Read more...]
Liberty Fabric Scrap Buster Projects
Do you love Liberty fabric? I have only started collecting (and using) Liberty fabric over the past year or so. Liberty lawn is beautiful fine quality cotton  fabric and I love the sweet classic floral prints that it is famous for. It is more … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Refresh Your Bathroom for Spring
Sponsored by TargetWe built our home 12 years ago and everything is in need of a makeover. Our focus this year has been on re-painting the internal walls, and changing some of our home dĂ©cor items to give our home a much needed refresh. Our focus … [Read more...]
{Book Review & Giveaway} Magic Cakes by Christelle Huet-Gomez
Magic Cakes: Three cakes in one: one mixture, one bake, three delicious layers by Christelle Huet-Gomez is a wonderful new cookbook that showcases a delicious assortment of Magic Cakes. Magic Cakes are three cakes in one, this is every cake-lovers … [Read more...]
Dorcas Dressmakers Pins
We love vintage sewing supplies. I was taught to sew by my mother and grandmother and vintage supplies always takes me back in time. I loved sorting through my Mum's sewing box and finding buttons and supplies for making dolls clothes and other small … [Read more...]
