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Planners
Read: PlannersDo you feel like you are constantly trying to keep so many plates spinning, that you can’t possibly consider adding anything else to your life? The idea of doing a craft, when you have a family to look after, a job to do, the housework to keep on top of, garden to maintain etc etc,…
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How to make colourful and versatile fabric drawers!
Read: How to make colourful and versatile fabric drawers!Each piece of furniture needs different size drawers, and different colours/patterns in a room. So, these are simple drawers in your choice of fabric, made to measure! I loved the idea that I could inject colour and pattern as well as have units that fit – and not for much cost either! They took about…
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How to make a personalised reversible draw string bag in simple steps
Read: How to make a personalised reversible draw string bag in simple stepsThere are so many bags out there, so I’m sure you can find whatever size, shape, style, colour you like, but this is a little project to make one yourself. Having a drawstring rather than a zip makes it much easier to sew – and it also makes it much easier to open and see…
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Homemade reflector shapes for coats
Read: Homemade reflector shapes for coatsDuring the winter months especially, it’s so important for your child to be seen walking around at night. With hats, scarfs, coats on, in poorly lit areas, knowing that you and your loved ones can be seen adds some protection. This is a simple, 15 minute, project to add a reflector, and it can be…
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How to upcycle a bathroom mirror with a bit of elegant bling
Read: How to upcycle a bathroom mirror with a bit of elegant blingI find that a small bathroom can take a more dramatic look than the rest of the house – it doesn’t take much to make this little room unique and interesting. I changed the look recently of my downstairs toilet from magnolia (as it had been since we moved in) to a dark blue, but…
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Quick and easy fabric plant pot covers, in 20 minutes
Read: Quick and easy fabric plant pot covers, in 20 minutesDifferent pots are quite expensive and take up space, so this is a great idea for having themed or colour matching pots with little cost, little time (about 20 minutes) and which can be stored flat. I was pleased with the end result of these and they made great, personal presents for family and friends…
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How to make a cute snowman Christmas tree decoration
Read: How to make a cute snowman Christmas tree decorationThese cute little guys look great on the Christmas tree, bringing a bit of bling on the buttons, with the classically charming imagery of the Snowman. They are a bit more tricky than the Christmas puddings (see earlier blog post), and can be a bit fiddly – but so worth it! While they are a…