Sewing with and for children
Teaching your child to sew Its been a delight to have a little time to sew for and with my daughter in the post Christmas breath and relax time. For far longer than I care to admit A has been asking me...
View ArticleTop tips for converting jeans into a skirt
For a ridiculously long time I have been meaning to try my hand at converting jeans into a skirt. You may wonder how this fits with one of my New Years goals to slim my wardrobe down. One of my...
View ArticleUpcycled tablet case – Creative fun with a former jacket
For some time I have had a former suit jacket in my stash waiting for inspiration to strike. When I saw a great clutch bag on instructables from a former jacket (see here) I knew I had to dig it out...
View Article10 Minute Mug Ebook Review
As a pinterest/craft blog lover you will have seen DIY mugs. Having never made one I leapt at the opportunity to review the ebook “10 Minute Mug” by Elizabeth from the blog Destination Decoration....
View ArticleLearning to crochet
This year I am feeling determined to learn to crochet. For far too long I have owned the book Crochet Workshop by Erika Knight but was put off with the first project, crocheting a dishcloth....
View ArticleComing up – One Planet Norwich
How very exciting – One Planet Norwich is an event being hosted by Norwich City Council to promote caring for the environment. Its this coming weekend, specifically aimed as a family event there is...
View ArticleNorwich Fashion Jam, create an upcycled outfit within 24 hours
How does upcycling fit with Norwich Fashion Week? Brilliantly thanks to the stars Kate and Jane and Age UK Norwich fundraiser Helen. Introducing Norwich Fashion Jam… The concept is simple, upcycling...
View ArticleDIY Super Hero Costume
This weekend has been sport relief in the UK, a big national fundraising campaign for a variety of charities. People are encouraged to get active, sporty and raise funds for others. My daughters school...
View ArticleHow to repair moth holes in a sweater
Its so frustrating when you discover a much loved sweater has moth holes – here’s my current choice for repairing moth holes in sweaters.. By using needle felt to cover moth holes you can add a unique...
View ArticleRestyled Shabby Chic Dining Room Chairs
Does it amaze you how interior design changes? Ideas come and go… I recently enjoyed The Great Interior Design Challenge, a tv series following would be designers compete against each other. The...
View ArticleEarth Day Blog Hop – Adapt & Repair Clothes
I’m excited to be taking part in an Earth Day Blog Hop organized by Lulu & Celeste. One of my motivations for blogging is to inspire and encourage people to upcycle, to sew with garments &...
View ArticleAt last, a finished selfish sew
Recently I have been reading Love Sewing magazine. Each issue comes with a free printed pattern plus lots of projects which range from bags to soft toys and children’s projects. The magazine has...
View ArticleRecycled suit trousers into stylish work bag
With the recent introduction of charging for plastic bags my large tote is incredible useful for odd bits of shopping – but it is not very smart for work. In a recent issue of Love Sewing I spotted...
View ArticleCraft Party #31 with DIY Crush
Today I am excited to be joining up with DIY Crush & Easy Sewing for Beginners as Guest Host for their LINKY PARTY this week. Welcome to week 31!! In America Mother’s Day is coming up, so many...
View ArticleCreate a fun busy toddler bag with fabric scraps
Do you ever get an idea and just can’t resist making it?? This is how I feel about this busy toddler bag – once the design had formulated in my mind I just had to execute it! My niece is a gorgeous 18...
View ArticleTransform a wicker chair
Last weekend my husband came home with a “project” for me, along with the question do you hate me? Definitely not!!! I’m quite fond of a project:) He and our daughter had found this worn out wicker...
View ArticleGetting ahead for Christmas
Have you used Hjertegarn Incawool? Its a beautiful yarn which I won in a giveaway run by EmmayandLien – its super soft and a delight to knit with. Its just beautiful. One skein, perfect for a cowl… I...
View ArticleHandmade Gifts for Fathers Day – Fabulous Ideas
Its suddenly dawned on me – Fathers Day is in a weeks time here in the UK… Eeekkkk! I’m not prepared, are you?? Here are some quick and easy makes for a thoughtful handmade gifts Earphone holders –...
View ArticleSewing teen gifts
What do you make for a teen’s birthday gift? Especially one you have never met?! I have recently taken to asking parents for suggestions of suitable gifts.. I was delighted when I received the...
View ArticleNational Upcycling Day
Yesterday was the second ever #nationalupcyclingday. Lots of fabulous upcycled items were shared on Twitter. Personally I love how the uk has a day to celebrate everything. Upcycled… But what is...
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