After a neighbour donated a pile of duvet covers so I could make more washable drawstring bags for frontline workers. I was keen to use every last bit of them. Once bags are cut out, there's actually very little fabric left. These tiny pieces get cut into strips and stashed ready to make raggy wreaths. Of course… Continue reading Crochet Ear Saver Tutorial
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Drawstring Bag Photo Tutorial
This last week, I've been busy making almost thirty fabric bags for frontline workers who need to safely bring their uniforms home to wash. The ties are loosened, scrubs tipped out in the machine and the bag gets washed at the same time. There's lots of ways to make drawstring bags but some patterns seem… Continue reading Drawstring Bag Photo Tutorial
Clover Quick Yo-Yo Maker Tutorial
I confess I have a weakness for gadgets. They don't all live up to expectations and I won't name and shame, but one I've been using recently and really quite like, is the Clover Quick Yo-Yo Maker. Originally yo-yos (or Suffolk puffs as I know them) were a way of re-using old fabric to make quilts.… Continue reading Clover Quick Yo-Yo Maker Tutorial
Celebrating the Season – Elderflower Cordial
Gloriously sunny weather continues in the UK and the garden is giving back. Elderflowers are in full bloom but they aren't around for long and there's just a small window of opportunity to pick them at their best. I'm ashamed to admit when I planted mine, I didn't realise it was an elder. Only after… Continue reading Celebrating the Season – Elderflower Cordial
Needlepoint Tutorial
Following on from my previous post, A Spine Tingle, I've written some beginner-friendly instructions explaining how to make the stitch used in my needlepoint cushion. Firstly, choice of needlepoint canvas is pretty important. What you're after is a good quality interlocking mono canvas mesh. That's not as complicated as it sounds! It's just two thin lengthwise… Continue reading Needlepoint Tutorial
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