Exciting times are ahead with the latest release from Cricut! Today Cricut announced the Cricut Joy! Before you think this is just a smaller, compact version of their popular electronic cutting machines, read on. Here is everything I know about this new machine. I was lucky enough to go to the UK meet and greet … Continue reading What is the Cricut Joy? All you need to know, Brand New Cricut Machine!
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Double-Sided Glitter Card – What is it & How to use it
Double-sided glitter card…yes you heard that right, let me say it again! Double-sided glitter card! It’s new and it’s a game changer. Coming new to Trimcraft this December this new product will revolutionise the way you craft 3D projects. Let me explain how this amazing product came about. In my role at Trimcraft we have … Continue reading Double-Sided Glitter Card – What is it & How to use it
Abstract Wall Art using Nova Fabric Markers
Over the last few months Trimcraft, the company I work for, has added a whole heap of new craft products to their portfolio. These include vinyl, watercolour markers, alcohol markers, acrylic paint and fabric markers. This has been really exciting for me, as much as I love papercraft, these new products have opened up so … Continue reading Abstract Wall Art using Nova Fabric Markers
How to Upcycle Furniture with Chalk Paint
Recently while browsing my local Aldi, I came across their new DIY range which included £5 tins of chalk paint. As a big fan of Annie Sloan chalk paint at £18 a tin, I got massively excited and had to try it. The colour choice is quite limited to light grey, dark grey, white, and … Continue reading How to Upcycle Furniture with Chalk Paint
Dried Flower Frame Tutorial
With so many beautiful spring and summer flowers in the garden and in the shops, it makes me sad when they wilt and die. I have become a little obsessed with drying flowers of late and have put together an easy tutorial to show them off at their best. It's a really simple craft to … Continue reading Dried Flower Frame Tutorial
How to Upcycle a Canvas into a Fabric Noticeboard
I first made this craft a few years ago, way before I had a blog or even crafted on a regular basis. I had just bought my first home and wanted to try my hand at making some homemade items. It was time to refresh the noticeboard so I thought it would make a cool … Continue reading How to Upcycle a Canvas into a Fabric Noticeboard
How-to Make a Felt Flower Embroidery Hoop
It's hard not to notice the all the beautiful felt floral frames around at the moment, they are pretty easy to make and will look amazing in your home this spring. The crafty Hannah of Craft Couture has been posting lots of fab floral frames inspired by her new book Flowerbomb. After seeing hers … Continue reading How-to Make a Felt Flower Embroidery Hoop
DIY Magnetic Bookmarks
I love reading, when time permits, however my bookmarks tend to be old train tickets or supermarket receipts. Not the most stylish for a crafter I hear you say! What you will Need 8"x8" First Edition Paradise Crush Paper Pad Magnetic Tape Glitter card Dovecraft dies & Fiskar Punches How to Make Cut a strip of … Continue reading DIY Magnetic Bookmarks