I went shopping a few weeks back and kept seeing funky tassel earrings everywhere. Tassels definitely seem to be on trend at the moment, so I thought I would try my hand at making some. What you will Need Embroidery Thread 2 Cocktail Sticks Earring Fish Hooks Scissors How to Make Take two cocktail sticks … Continue reading DIY Tassel Earrings
The Dovecraft alphabet stamps are super useful for papercraft projects. If you own some however you will probably know that it's difficult to keep them in order once you have used them. So I made these little storage boxes that will stop them falling out when they are being transported, they are also really pretty … Continue reading Dovecraft Alphabet Stamp Storage
This has the strong possibility to be one of my favourite crafts yet, you know when you are trying to find the perfect quote t-shirt but a) can't find one and b) you're not allowed to spend any money on new clothes in 2017, the only option is to get making. I saw an enamel … Continue reading DIY Can I Pet Your Dog Quote T-Shirt
Last Saturday we held our first bloggers day at Trimcraft HQ to celebrate the launch of the newly revamped Craft Blog. It's all change on http://www.trimcraft.co.uk with a fresh new look so make sure you take a peek. We invited 21 crafters from all around the UK to visit for the day to network, craft … Continue reading Trimcraft Bloggers Day Feb 2017
Exciting news, the Christmas tree is up! I know lot's of people put their tree up in November but I prefer to wait until December before getting all the decorations up. My tree is mainly red, white and crystal and I love collecting new decorations each year. I love introducing handmade creations into my Christmas decor … Continue reading Handmade Christmas Decorations
I was in Tesco the other day and saw a rather cute frame idea using wooden pegs, it wasnt quite my style but it gave me the idea to create my own version. What you will Need Plain black frame Twine 2 Mini Wooden Pegs 12x12 Simply Creative County Garden Paper Pad How to Make Take … Continue reading Up-cycled Photo Frame Tutorial
I hate it when things break especially if it's one of my favourite necklaces, but fear not it doesn't mean the end of your favourite accessory, with a little bit of up-cycling you can create a fab headband. What you will Need Old Necklace Thin Hair Tie Needle and Thread Scissors Tweezers or pliers How … Continue reading Easy Headband DIY Tutorial
Time to get crafting again! I have been using the Dovecraft washi tape on a number of projects but when I had a spare frame, I decided to upcycle it into something useful, queue washi tape! This noticeboard is a lifesaver for the absent minded…who doesn’t forget the odd thing now and again! Hopefully this … Continue reading DIY Washi Tape Noticeboard Frame
I am always looking for items that can be up-cycled and reused. Turning something plain and boring into something new and usable is always fun. I first made this pencil pot for a video for Trimcraft but thought you would love to see how it was made, so I have recreated it. You will Need Used … Continue reading Upcycled Yankee Candle Pencil Pot
I am a little obsessed with watercolour at the moment, I have seen it trending in my favourite home decor magazines such as Ideal home and Your Home. I'm no artist but have often dabbled in the past with different paint mediums and wanted to see if I could create something worthy to be displayed in … Continue reading DIY Watercolour & Gold Foil Print
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