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Make a DIY fabric pinboard #MyHomeMade #Giveaway

Today I am sharing with you how to make a fabric pinboard. They are quick and simple to make, perfect for squeezing a crafty make into limited time!  With Christmas hovering in the background now is an...

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Refashioned t-shirt dresses

A recent conversation with my sister-in-law left me with the thought my gorgeous niece could do with some additions to her wardrobe. I have recently attempted a tidy of my craft room, this led me to...

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DIY Leaf Prints

A beautiful sunny day, combined with children objecting to a walk in the woods – whats one to do but find a craft orientated activity on pinterest and arm them with a bag for collecting the necessary...

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refashioned tshirt into new top

Remember the three tshirts transformed into two baby dresses from last week? Before I chopped up the tshirts I had a thought about creating myself a top too. I started by comparing the navy...

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Works in progress

If you follow me on Instagram you may have noticed a confession of a photograph, an extremely untidy craft room. Not only has my tot son started school we temporally have father in law living with us....

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Small messenger bag pattern

Create a small messenger bag perfect for carrying you mobile, keys and wallet. This bag is designed from an A4 piece of paper. It includes a small zip pocket in the back of the bag. I created this bag...

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Book review “Shooting with Soul”

I am delighted to share the book “Shooting with Soul” with you today. It’s been on my wish list for some time, so it was a great birthday present to receive. The book is set out into six chapters,...

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Fabric Cable Tidy, Cable Roll DIY #Giveaway

Tidiness is not my forte, for some time I have been meaning to tackle the cable drawers in our sideboard. Surely I’m not the only person to have a pile of messy cables and leads?? So when I received...

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Worst Witch Costume DIY Cape

I adore how kids love dressing up – but I’m not quite so keen on coming up with costume ideas which appeal and are achievable!! This years Children in Need led my daughters school to hold a dress up...

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Food for thought #blogfest15

Not many things motivate me to set the alarm before 6am – yesterday I manage to crawl out of of bed before the children woke me up!  I attended a blogging conference hosted by Mumsnet. I booked, drawn...

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Textiles event with Norfolk County Council

Today has been  a fabulous day – I have been at the event  organised by Norfolk County Council. I went along in a supporting role with a selection of upcycled items. The aim to encourage people to...

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Upcycled Felt Mug Cozy

Its coming up to the time of year to be thinking about thank you gifts for teachers. It’s nearly winter so I thought it would be fun to come up with a practical gift which combines upcycling with...

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Quilted Notebook Cover

I am delighted to join Radiant Home Studio 2 year blog celebration. Sara has  an inspiring sewing blog… Plus beautiful photographs (good photographs on a blog are always a great plus). Today I am...

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4 DIY Christmas Jumpers Ideas

I love Christmas, the decorating, lushus food, time with family and friends. I can be a bit of a bah humbug about things such as Christmas Jumpers, viewing them as a waste of money.. Via Twitter I...

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Scrappy Matt Giveaway

Hi, if you are visiting from Sew Mama Sew my name is Vicky. I regularly blog about sewing, crafting and upcycling. Passionate about using what we have, sewing does not have to be expensive! Some of my...

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DIY gift wrap – no wrapping paper in sight

It’s that time of year – I love the idea of beautifully wrapped gifts but confess it’s not my natural forte. Did you know that experts estimate that paper waste over Christmas is equivalent to 5-12...

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DIY Christmas Decoration Light Up Star

Are you busy trimming up for Christmas? In our home we have a conflict in Christmas decoration styles. The children and my husband would love to have a house and garden filled with bright lights, I’m...

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Upcycled Pallet Christmas Tree

Are you still trimming up? We finished yesterday – the final touched a upcycled pallet christmas tree for the front porch. Our porch is often neglected, and not very welcoming. I was determined to give...

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2015 Review, a little late!

Its been a busy year and I’ve loved it!! Occasionally cursing myself for over committing, time management is a goal for this year (or the ability to say no to the odd opportunity!) A big thanks to you...

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Printers press tray for cotton reels

Printers Press Tray is ideal storage for cotton reels – easily accessible and beautiful to the eye. The other day my husband delighted me with the words “I have a present for you” for a brief moment I...

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