So it’s officially autumn, the leaves are changing colour and the conkers are falling. If your children are like mine, their pockets and school bags will come home bulging every…
Crafting With Laura Ashley
Just before Christmas I was invited to attend a crafting event with Laura Ashley with lots of other bloggers. We all met at the stunning Rosylee restaurant in Manchester and had a…
Getting Crafty at Christmas Time!
H’s auntie currently lives in Germany and unfortunately won’t be home this Christmas. Whilst she isn’t exactly at the other side of the world, I know from experience how hard…
Baby Boy’s Nursery
After much time planning, buying and making, this last weekend saw the completion of Baby Boy’s nursery – only one week before my due date! So I wanted to share…
My Week That Was
It’s that day of the week again – Monday – and if you’re anything like me you’re wishing it was still the weekend! But that also means it’s time to…
How to Ink Stain Paper To Create A Vintage Look
I keep flicking through crafting mags or various luscious blogs and seeing lovely embellishments or cards where the edges of the paper had been inked to make it look aged….
Vintage Happy Birthday
Although I have had to sadly temporarily close my Etsy shop, I am still working on some items ready for when I reopen. Here’s a sneek peek at what I…
How To Make A No-Sew Cushion with Applique Design
As my sewing machine is currently locked up in a storage container in the UK and my hand-stitching abilities leave a lot to be desired, a lot of the ideas…
The Rug Challenge
As I was wading through the many crafting projects out there looking for something to grab me, I came across an idea that seemed impossible – making a DIY rug….