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How to Make Oversized Boucle Scrunchies

March 11, 2021March 11, 2021Leave a comment

I don't know about you but I keep seeing two new trends everywhere! Firstly scrunchies, well not just scrunchies, these have been popular for a year or so now...but oversized scrunchies seem to be the new trend, and I am very much enjoying them during lockdown for easy up-dos. Secondly boucle fabric, originally popular in … Continue reading How to Make Oversized Boucle Scrunchies

Abstract Wall Art using Nova Fabric Markers

November 24, 2019November 17, 2019Leave a comment

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 Dry Rose Petals in 1 Minute

June 16, 2019June 16, 2019Leave a comment

Hmmmmm interesting title I hear you say, and yes it is! If you are planning a wedding or just looking to preserve some petals from your flowers then this is a super easy method. I am sure this method has been around for ages, but it's new to me, so I thought it might be … Continue reading How to Dry Rose Petals in 1 Minute

Easy Pulled Pork Leftovers Ramen Recipe

May 19, 2019May 19, 2019Leave a comment

We regularly have pulled pork for dinner on a weekend, I really love this recipe by Simon Rimmer, it's easy to make and practically cooks itself. There is always loads leftover and my favourite leftovers recipe is this delicious pulled pork ramen. The duck ramen from wagamama's is probably my favourite ramen of all time … Continue reading Easy Pulled Pork Leftovers Ramen Recipe

DIY Leopard Print Door Mat

May 6, 2019Leave a comment

I am a huge fan of the current leopard print trend, it's such a versatile trend for fashion, stationery and homewares. It gives gives an instant sense of fun when paired with plainer designs. I particularly love the colourful versions of this trend, teaming brights against the black outer patterns of the print. We were … Continue reading DIY Leopard Print Door Mat

Tulle & Paper Embroidery Hoop DIY

Tulle & Paper Embroidery Hoop DIY

September 28, 2018November 8, 20185 Comments

While browsing Instagram recently, I saw some gorgeous embroidery hoops with tulle and floral embroidered designs, I thought how great these would look as an autumn home decor display. They would be quite time consuming to create though, so paper seemed a quicker option. Tulle is a really lovely but often overlooked craft material, unless … Continue reading Tulle & Paper Embroidery Hoop DIY

Painted plant stand with dark grey plant pot

How to Upcycle Furniture with Chalk Paint

August 26, 2018August 26, 20183 Comments

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

August 19, 20183 Comments

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

Fabric canvas hanging on a wall

How to Upcycle a Canvas into a Fabric Noticeboard

April 23, 2018April 23, 2018Leave a comment

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

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