DIY patchwork velvet blind
Continuing to use up my velvet scraps. I have a small window in an awkward spot that requires covering. I'm in a rental so I didn't want/need anything fancy or…
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Embroidered notebook tabs
Fed up with my basic post-it index tabs I decided to make some of my own. I hand embroidered 3 notebook tabs to use in my organiser refill. I wrote…
Making felted fabric
Lately I've been trying new things while attempting to use up some of my stash. On one of my various crafting deep dives I came across this wonderful video on…
Velvet Patchwork Draught Excluder
This velvet patchwork draught excluder was made as a gift for a neighbour. The weather here continues to get colder and the draughts in these old Irish houses can feel…
Bookbinding – The Little Witch
This was my first attempt at bookbinding. Consisting of five signatures from Faber-Castell Mixed Media paper, sewn with waxed linen thread around linen tape. Next the mull and headband were…
WIP Festive Velvet Wreath
This is a WIP festive velvet wreath. . The velvet has been sewn onto the Styrofoam base, however I haven't fully decided what additional decorations to add to it...
Irish Rover Pullover – Knitted
The name of my current knitting project is particularly apt, as I have recently relocated to Ireland. The Irish Rover Pullover pattern by Teti Lutsak is a lovely cropped sweater…
New Making Space
New home, new creative space.
DIY magazine rack
All you need to make one of these yourself are: A cardboard cereal box Some sturdy wallpaper Glue Scissors or knife Bulldog clips (to hold wallpaper in place after gluing…
Mini Journal Pencil Case
I got fed up of loosing my pens in my handbag, so I threw together this mini journal pencil case. It's just the right size for carrying around a pen,…
Nightshift scarf – Knitted
This may be one of my favourite knits ever. 3 balls of colour changing yarn used in the following pattern; Setup: A 1: A+B 2: A+C 3: B+A 4: B+C…
DIY Face masks – Covid crafting
DIY Face masks Currently there are lots of patterns and information floating about for making DIY face masks. I've found the following the most helpful: Information on what are the…
Ear Savers – Covid crafting
Ear savers are small strips of yarn, fabric or plastic that straps can be wrapped around to prevent ear chafing. Wearing a face mask for any length of time can…
Traveler’s notebook refills
The Traveler's Notebook (aka Midori Traveler's Notebook) is a notebook system from Japan with a growing cult following. It is essentially a reusable leather cover that can hold multiple notebooks…