Spider web stitch is a lovely textured embroidery stitch that makes a great flower or round motif. About 40 years ago my nan taught me this stitch and now I’m sharing it with you as today would have been her birthday.
Read MoreGive your old plain old Christmas baubles a makeover and a matte ceramic effect with chalk spray paint.
Read MoreToday we are giving away a lovely kit from Amazing Craft to make a fun felt Christmas decoration.
Read MoreIt’s Pinterest challenge time, when we take a pinned project and try it out. This month I’ve made a pincushion ‘plus’, one with an extra bit especially for quilting clips.
Read MoreI’m so excited today to be a guest over at Vicky Myers Creations sharing a tutorial to make this rainbow drawstring bag.
Read MoreWelcome to the Favourite Family Recipe blog hop. I’m sharing one of my Nan’s old favourites, apple cake. Delicious eaten as a cake or as a dessert.
Read More21 great gifts for the craft enthusiast in your life. We’ve found fun ideas for knitter, crocheters, sewists, embroiderers and papercrafters.
Read MoreA quick and easy handmade gift idea, geometric leather coasters.
Read MoreMy highlights from the Creative Craft Show and Cake International, held at the NEC Birmingham in November 2018
Read MoreCross stitch is a lovely traditional craft. Here’s what you’ll need to get started if you want to give it a try.
Read MoreRecycle an old glass jar into a pretty tea light, chandelier style, boho beaded lantern.
Read MoreMake your own sweet little chocolate flower decorations with chocolate chips. Easy, inexpensive and quick.
Read MoreIt’s Sew a Softie time, I’m sharing a tutorial to make your own simple Trick or Treat bag with spooky halloween eyes. There’s a bonus mini spider bag charm too.
Read MoreA waste paper basket makeover. How to give an ombre effect with chalk spray paints.
Read MoreA fun 50th Birthday gift idea. When my brother turned 50 earlier this year we put together a box filled with 50 things he’ll need now he’s 50.
Read MoreI'm Julie, I love making things. This is where I share my ideas and enthusiasm
