These have been very popular of late and are actually a reasonably simple project, as long as you’re brave enough to attempt a button hole (or 9). This is a universal template but you can adapt it to your own needs. Finished product can be machine washed on a wool cycle. For greater stain […]
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These took me about 15 mins to makeover and I love them! What you need: A pair of jeans A seam ripper (aka a quick unpick) Fray stopper Pen, pencil or dress makers chalk What to do: Try on jeans. Work out wear you would like to add some frayed texture and mark with
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I love quilts. My grandmother makes beautiful quilts with appliqués and hand embroidered details that I consider already to be family heirlooms. But not all of us have my grandmother’s talent so here’s a simple quilt design that can be tailored to suit your taste. I have used a cheaper batting alternative in polyester
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Bunting is a cute and simple way to rejuvenate a room and it is pretty easy to make and a great beginner sewing project. What you need for DIY bunting: Fabric in assorted colours/designs 3m bias binding in coordinating colour Sewing machine Thread Pins Scissors Template below What to do: Use template to cut
This DIY 2in1 Scarf And Breastfeeding Cover is super simple and quick. This a craft for any one regardless of sewing ability! Wear as an infinity scarf: And for discreet breastfeeding, unwrap once and anchor over one shoulder: What you need: 60cm (120+ cm wide) knit jersey fabric Pins Sewing machine What to do:
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When we moved into our new house recently we inherited a homemade cubby house that looked like this: Of course, being a creative mum, I was soon imagining how to turn this into a real feature in our yard where our children would have hours of fun. And this is more what I had
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This is an easy craft that will add a touch of vintage to your wardrobe and makes a great gift for the woman who has everything. You will need: Coat hangers Fabric Lace Bias binding Sewing machine What to do: Trace around coat hanger. This will be your template. (Or use ours below) Cut out
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This is a tried and true craft that anyone can make. To make your own pot pourri, you will need: Flowers – I used roses but other strong smelling flowers like lavender are great too Scented oils like peppermint (optional) Ceramic dish Paper towel What to do: Collect flowers and remove from stems. For
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These DIY Pot Pourri Hearts are an old fashioned gift with a vintage design that are sure to impress that special mother in your life. You will need: Homemade pot pourri (tutorial here) 10cm length of hessian or linen Ribbon Lace Buttons Sewing machine or needle and thread Scissors Template below What to do:
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You will need: Coloured paper Tissue paper in assorted colours Clear contact Scissors Cross template (at bottom of post) What to do: Print out cross template and cut. Cut the clear contact into a rectangle that is as long as your cross, but twice as wide. Fold in half. Remove backing paper to fold
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