Posted on 06/06/2013
Last Valentines Day Mr. Hunter and I had dinner in a lovely local restaurant that used mason jars and bottles as lampshades! I fell in love with the idea and went browsing the web for a tutorial that would make the challenge easier. [read more]
GUEST POST: What to do with those lovely bundles of material?
Posted on 23/05/2013
Margaret Harrold introduces us to Agatha, the Hippo, in this lovely post with an amazing back story! - "Everyone is selling tempting bundles of material now and here is a blast from the past that uses them in a fun way". [read more]
BLOG: Time to up-cycle: DIY chest of drawersPosted on 19/05/2013
I've been saving these pictures because I love both ideas sooooo much. So why not share it? You might very well find it useful too! Up-cycle an old chest of drawers or make a brand new one out of apple crates. [read more]
EVENT: Wimbledon International Quilters' Show - 10th to 12th May
Just a quick note to share this event, happening this coming weekend. A friend of mine is exhibiting some of her textile work there. It's very impressive! If you're in London you should come and see it. Below is the service:
Where: St Paul's Church, 118 Augusts Road, SW19 6EW
When: Friday 10-8pm | Saturday: 10-5pm | Sunday 11.30-5pm
What: Traders, raffle quilt, refreshments, free parking. Entry £3 to include catalogue.
More information: contact Janice on janicemonteith@gmail.com
Where: St Paul's Church, 118 Augusts Road, SW19 6EW
When: Friday 10-8pm | Saturday: 10-5pm | Sunday 11.30-5pm
What: Traders, raffle quilt, refreshments, free parking. Entry £3 to include catalogue.
More information: contact Janice on janicemonteith@gmail.com
BLOG: The Beautiful Art of Needle-Felting Posted on 06/05/2013
I was always intrigued by needle-felting. I found this tutorial on Pinterest and I loved the idea, but I had never tried this technique before, so I didn't dare just giving it a go without reading more about it first. [read more]
VIDEO TUTORIAL
Posted on 30/04/2013
Following requests, the Knot Bracelet Tutorial was updated with a video and a few more notes! Let me know your thoughts [read more]
BLOG: DYI Painted Owl Magnets
Posted on 27/04/2013
Well, as the clay magnets two posts ago were so well received, I thought of sharing a similar post. You probably know by now I am a big owl fan, so I couldn't resist the cuteness of these decorated pebbles above! [read more]
>> PICK OF THE MONTH
Make your own buttons When I first came across this tutorial I was debating with myself if I should buy the shrinking plastic or not. Well, I bought, made a few and I absolutely love it! [read more] 
Zakka Owl Pennant Zakka is a Japanese fashion and design word that refers to everything that improves your home, life and appearance. Having said that... Aren't these lovely? [read more] |
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