Welcome to the Little Girl’s Bedroom Makeover Series. In this series we’ll be creating a whole range of pretty pieces for a girly bedroom, including pillowcases, pillow shams, cushion covers, embroidered hoop art, a hair clip holder and more. But today is all about the good ol’ pillowcase. I’m what you’d call a ‘girly girl’ and […]
Laundry Day
Yesterday was the kind of blustery, billowy day that gets your washing dry in no time. And hanging sheets on the washing line in Spring is glorious! Our washing line is surrounded by garden beds, and at this time of year the sweet peas, alyssum, poppies and jasmine all look and smell divine. And don’t […]
Making a Fairy Birthday Cake
Does anyone else have a little miss who is obsessed with all things ‘fairy’? I think it’s a prerequisite of girlhood. My daughter just turned five. She spent the last few months deciding which birthday cake she wanted (and then changing her mind on a weekly basis). I loved hearing all of her ideas and […]
I’ve started crochet and I’m not perfect
Would you love to learn to crochet? It has been on my list this year and I’ve finally taken the plunge! I love anything crafty! This year I planned to really expand my crafty skills and try new projects and techniques. So I enrolled in a few classes, both online and with groups. I’ve been […]
Tips for working with Wool Felt
Well Winter is finally on its way in Australia. And whilst it’s not quite as cold as many other parts of the world, it’s pretty chilly for us! The cooler months really lend themselves towards spending a bit more time indoors, stitching and hand sewing. And what better medium to use for handiwork than wool […]
Make a Yo Yo Hair Clip
These pretty yo yo hair clips have been some of my most popular sellers. They are very easy to put together, but can really make a statement! You can create a matching hair piece for a special outfit by using just a small scrap of left over fabric. And you can dress these up however […]
Line an Alligator Clip and Make a Simple Hair Bow
When I had my daughter, I wanted her to wear all the adorable hair accessories I kept finding everywhere. But I didn’t realise how long I’d have to wait until she had hair long enough to hold a clip. One of the first things I made her, was a simple hair bow on an alligator […]
Embroider a Pillowcase with an Iron-On Transfer
Hand embroidery is a gorgeous way to brighten up a store-bought pillowcase. I’ll show you how easy it is to use an iron-on transfer pen to transfer your design to fabric. Then it’s just a matter of embroidering your design. So simple and so pretty! It makes a terrific thrifty gift too! For more bedroom ideas […]
A Pretty Little Wool Capelet
How adorable is this little model in her wool capelet? Seriously! It was made as part of the latest Molly and Mama Autumn collection. You can take a peek at the whole shoot (and all the pretty pieces) HERE. When I was putting together the collection, I spent lots of time looking for inspiration. Most of […]
A Felt Pear Pin Cushion
I’m always looking for simple and easy to sew ‘pin cushion’ projects. Because I really LOVE pin cushions! Being a huge fan of wool felt, I love making anything with this amazing medium. This pear pin cushion was a fun sew. I even added a sweet little birdie pin. ~ UPDATE – 12th July, 2016 ~ In the process […]
‘Afternoon Delight’ Autumn Shoot
I love the cooler weather and the beautiful colours that Autumn brings! And I’m so pleased that it’s almost Winter! Our little corner of the world has some amazing seasonal colour when the weather changes. And if you can choose the right kind of day, nothing rivals the light in an Autumn sunset. With this […]
Make a Fabric Yo Yo or Suffolk Puff
Never made a fabric Yo Yo before? Well let me tell you, nothing could be simpler. These adorable little fabric puffs have been adorning quilts and all manner of sewing projects since the 1930’s. Also known as Suffolk Puffs, they’ve always been a popular way to use up fabric scraps. Being completely hand stitched, they’re […]
‘Muse of the Morning’ Garden Gnome Pattern Review
Today I’m reviewing a gorgeous little gnome pattern from the lovely Chrissy of Muse of the Morning, as part of her Pattern Tour. She has such a fantastic collection of downloadable PDF patterns, that it was difficult to select just one to review. There are clothes, costumes, dolls, softies and more. But we all know how […]
Make an Easy Felt Bunny
Would you like to whip up a super cute, easy, chocolate-free Easter treat? This little felt bunny template and tutorial was originally designed for Issue 10 of Tickle the Imagination Magazine. It’s so simple to stitch. Download the template HERE and save it, so that you can print it whenever you like. You will need; – 15 […]
Easter Wishes – the Easter Collection Shoot
To me, Easter has always been one of the most exciting holidays. As a child I would relish the beautiful colours of the season, the sensory delights, the anticipation. Just the thought of that gorgeous Bunny popping into our garden was always enough to keep me up for hours, hoping to catch a glimpse. And […]
Make a Pretty Pin Cushion with a Lucky Four-Leaf Clover
I have to confess that I’m a little bit addicted to the humble pin cushion! There are just so many ways to make them beautiful! Click HERE to see a few I’ve created in the past. Pop by my Pinterest Pin Cushion Album HERE. And I even have a cute pattern available HERE. Here’s a […]
Make a Felt Four Leaf Clover or Shamrock
I don’t know about you, but I love the tradition of Saint Patrick’s Day. It must be the Irish Catholic in me! But I also love the idea of spreading luck and goodwill around. And it’s always fun to create something associated with luck. This tutorial is so easy, you can use it to create a […]
Little Girl’s Bedroom Makeover – Tutorial Series
Welcome to the ‘Little Girl’s Bedroom Makeover’ series! I’ve been writing a selection of tutorials for the lovely Deanna at SewMcCool, and I thought it would be a beautiful idea to share how I’m ‘making over’ my daughter’s bedroom. She’s five going on 21! I have realised that I’ll have a very small window of opportunity […]
Little Girl’s Bedroom Makeover – Tutorial Series
Welcome to the ‘Little Girl’s Bedroom Makeover’ series! I’ve written a selection of tutorials that really fit in well with a bedroom makeover! And I thought I’d share them here in one central location. They’re all very easy and straight forward. They’re also customisable and of course, easily adapted for boy’s bedrooms too! I’ve also been collecting […]
Make a Sweet Heart Appliqué T-Shirt
Gorgeous appliquéd t-shirts are so easy to make and look adorable. They make terrific gifts and are a great scrap-busting project too! Here’s a step-by-step guide to sewing this sweet heart appliqué project at home. YOU WILL NEED 7″ (18cm) square of decorative quilter’s cotton for your appliqué heart. 100% cotton is recommended A t-shirt. […]
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