Just For Fun , 20 Handmade Projects to Stitch, Knit and Craft, is a delightful little craft book that brings together an inspiring collection of bright and modern projects. Projects include soaps, softies, socks, and bags. This book is perfect for … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Pretty Wood Grain Jar Makeover
Cintia is a blogger, vintage fabric hoarder and keen thrift shopper. When she isn't wrangling a toddler she makes products for her store My Poppet and manages to write a blog as well. You can find plenty of her craft tutorials and design inspiration … [Read more...]
DIY Heart Memo Holder
Just wanted to let you know that we are guest posting today over at Omiyage Blogs, with a quick tutorial on how to make a Washi Tape Heart Memo Holder. If you love paper crafts and washi tape, you will find plenty of inspiration over at Omiyage … [Read more...]
Loyalty Card Wallet
Long time readers of our blog may remember one of our earlier tutorials, to make a Scrappy Loyalty Card Wallet (originally blogged here). I have had my loyalty card wallet in use since 2009 and it is now showing signs of wear so it was time for an … [Read more...]
Heart Cookies
There is no better way to spoil a loved one than through the gift of home baked and decorated cookies. Sarah made up a big batch of heart cookies, and decorated them with fondant, in lovely Neapolitan shades. Perfect for Valentines Day!Sarah has … [Read more...]
Free Printable Valentine’s Cards
With Valentine's Day fast approaching, I wanted to let you know that Amy from Thank You Cards Shop has shared 18 free printable cards over on her blog.Amy has provided some ideas on how to use the cards, which are all available in three … [Read more...]
Book Reviews: Stitch London and Hello My Name is Amineko
We have two books for yarn lovers today. Stitch London by Lauren O'Farrell With the recent Royal Wedding, and the Olympics and Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee this year, there is a lot of world interest in everything British. If you … [Read more...]
Two Hearts
It is the little details that put a smile on my face. Two hearts hanging from the tree on my mantle...Simple.... but sweet:)Do you hang out over on Pinterest? Check out all the lovely Valentines Day projects and inspiration we have found and compiled … [Read more...]
Fabric + Ribbon = Tissue Cover
It is my last day of summer holidays today before I head back to work tomorrow. With Christmas, family birthdays, our family holiday etc, I didn't get nearly as much sewing and crafting done as I had hoped. I have so many ideas of projects and quilts … [Read more...]
Valentine Boxes
Decorating small gift boxes and match boxes with washi tape is a quick way to create Valentine boxes -perfect for a special treats or gifts. It also gave me a great excuse to get out some of my red/white Japanese washi tapes.I found some plain … [Read more...]
Easy Valentine
Nothing says Valentines Day quite like hearts, flowers, and chocolates. Now you can combine all three in this easy Valentine project. These quick to make Valentines would be perfect to give out to your child's class mates.The Easy Valentine uses a … [Read more...]
Book Review: Stash Happy Felt
We have just returned from a fabulous family holiday to Shanghai, Peoples Republic of China which is why things have been a bit quiet around here lately! We have returned refreshed with plenty of ideas and inspiration. We have a few Valentines … [Read more...]
