The Giftable Pouch Duo: Two Bright, Cheerful Makes for Every Occasion
Handmade gift bags have a special kind of magic. They turn even the simplest present into something thoughtful, personal, and beautifully crafted. Whether you’re gifting chocolates, jewellery, small toys, self‑care treats, or sewing notions, a handmade pouch adds that extra layer of care that store‑bought packaging simply can’t match. They’re also wonderfully fun to sew—quick, satisfying, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for using your favourite fabrics in small, joyful bursts.If you love … [Read More...]
Vintage Patterns; An Award and a Tag!
The cold and flu has worked its way around our family until we all succumbed, but day by day we are recovering. The freezing cold weather we have been having lately hasn’t helped, especially as we have a gas crisis in … [Read More...]
From the Archives…
As we have been super busy over the past 9 days with our interstate visitors, I haven’t had much sewing time! However they departed yesterday so life is getting back into our normal routine, although the kids and I are … [Read More...]
A Few of My Favourite Things…
I don’t usually play with paper as textiles are more my thing. However over the past week I have experimented with some paper projects.As I have admitted recently, I love baking cupcakes! I love their individual … [Read More...]
Swaps and More
Sarah and I have recently signed up to two swaps which we are very excited about! We are involved in the Pincushion Swap at All Stitched Up and we are both going to make our swap partner a pincushion. I have gotten … [Read More...]
Bookmarks and Mail!
This afternoon I made this lovely bookmark out of card and scraps of fabric. I got my inspiration from Last Minute Patchwork and Quilted Gifts.To make it, simply cut out a rectangular piece of card for the bookmark. Then … [Read More...]
Lavender Crafts – Part 1
It has been just over a week since I started drying my lavender and I am already getting very impatient!! Fortunately I have recently acquired some ready dried lavender (thanks MUM!!) so was able to try out a few quick … [Read More...]
Quick Clips
This afternoon I have been busy making hair clips. I made them using scrapbooking brads and plain hair clips.To make them, you need to put the brad through the hole of the clip and use pliars to squeeze it down. Then … [Read More...]
Miniatures and More
I am loving all the gorgeous doll quilts that I am seeing around at the moment. As I don’t have anything new to share, I thought I would dig up some old favourites!A few years ago, I was going through a Miniature … [Read More...]
