With the Queens Diamond Jubilee and the Olympic Games, there is worldwide attention on Britain.This week we have two titles that will interest crafters who love everything British.Stitch at Home: Over 20 Handmade Fabric and Embroidery Projects by … [Read more...]
Yo Yo Rosette
Transform a paper bag into a lovely gift package by adding a yo yo rosette and a gathered frill. This is a great way to use up small pieces of your favourite fabric and ribbon. By adding a brooch backing to your yo yo rosette, it can then be pinned … [Read more...]
{Book Reviews} Sweet Confections and Celebrate with Cupcakes
This week we are reviewing two new titles that will appeal to those who love to bake and give sweet treats from their kitchen.Sweet Confections: Beautiful Candy to Make at Home by Nina Wanat introduces readers to the wonderful world of handmade … [Read more...]
Crocheted Scarf {Free Pattern}
Now that the weather is starting to cool, I have been enjoying a spot of crocheting. It is so relaxing to sit with some yarn in front of the TV at night. I have designed and made a scarf using some gorgeous BC Garn Baby Alpaca Yarn. The supersoft, … [Read more...]
Maple Cookies
If you are after some delicious plain cookies for afternoon tea, you can't go past these Maple Cookies. They have a delicate maple flavour, and are light and crisp on the outside and slightly chewy in the middle. You won't want to stop at … [Read more...]
Book Review: Jelly Roll Dreams and Push Stitchery
New titles for the Quilters and those that love Fibre Arts.....Jelly Roll Dreams Compiled by Pam and Nicky LintottJelly Roll Dreams: 12 New Designs for Jelly Roll Quilts includes 12 lovely quilt designs from the finalists of the Jelly Roll Dreams … [Read more...]
A Mothers Day Celebration
We hope that all Mothers, Grandmothers, Aunties, Sisters, and Daughters had a lovely Mother's Day last Sunday. We had a wonderful get together with our extended family to celebrate Mothers Day and my parents 51st Wedding AnniversaryTo make the … [Read more...]
Silhouette Art
Just wanted to share this Silhouette Art project with you. This would be a fun project to do with an older child - I love silhouettes and made up this project recently for a friend. This would look great on a child's bedroom wall - it is so colourful … [Read more...]
Oaty Choc-Chip Cookies
One of my favourite types of cookies, are Oaty Choc Chip.Ingredients:1 Stick (125 g) unsalted butter1/2 cup (110g) caster sugar1/2 cup (100g) firmly packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 egg1 1/4 cup (110g) rolled oats1 cup (150g) plain … [Read more...]
Home Sweet Home – A Mothers Day Project
If you are after a last minute gift project to make your Mum for Mother's Day, the scrabble tile Family Motto may be just the thing!Create a family motto to hang in your kitchen, using vintage fabrics and scrabble tiles. Find a thrifted vintage … [Read more...]
Classic Vanilla Cupcakes
To celebrate my birthday last weekend, Sarah made up a batch of delicious Vanilla Cupcakes with a Buttercream Frosting. She used the Wilton 2D Decorating Tip to make the lovely swirls.Vanilla Cupcakes (makes 18) Cupcakes:Ingredients:1 1/8 cups … [Read more...]
Flower Tape Measure
If you are after a quick gift to make for a sewing friend, you can't go past a covered tape measure - pretty and practical. I made this version using some die cut felt flowers that I purchased from Etsy or you could easily cut your own flowers from … [Read more...]
