How to Decorate with Scatter Cushions
Does your interior look like it needs sprucing up a little? Placing an assortment of scatter cushions within a scheme is a great way to bring all the elements of a room together and create a brand-new look that doesn’t cost…
Beautifully Scented Sachets – Quilting
If you're stuck for a present, nothing beats a lovely and practical handmade gift. These lavender and rose sachets are perfect for as a hostess gift, or as a little thank you for a friend. They are a great way to use up scraps from your fabric…
Makeover a Notebook With an Embroidered Felt Cover
Felt book covers are a great way to turn ordinary inexpensive notebooks into something lovely - and they all make lovely personalised gifts, too.
Supplies
A notebook, journal or diary.
Wool felt big enough to cover your notebook,…
How to Make a Woven Felt Sleeve for Your iPad
I love the contrast between tech and handmade, so the idea of making a woven felt iPad sleeve appealed to me. High tech versus low tech is always a nice balance. The lovely woven texture not only looks great, but it will also do a great job…
How to Make a Felted Wool Ball Bunting
What You'll Be Creating
Looking for a whimsical way to decorate for your next party, or to brighten up your nursery? Give this felted wool bunting a try!
Supplies
Wool roving
Soap
Water
Embroidery floss
Needle
1. Felting…
How to Make a Bar of Felted Soap
Who doesn't enjoy unwinding after a long day in a nice warm bath tub? Add a bit of gentle exfoliation to your bath routine by using a bar of felted wool soap. Felted soaps aren't only useful but they can also add a touch…
Needle Felting Basics: How to Make a Felted Wool Star
Wool is a wonderfully versatile natural fiber. Wool roving comes in a wide variety of colors to match any decor or theme. Needle felting is just one way to to use this natural fiber to create beautiful projects.
Supplies
Wool…
How to Cast On
What You'll Be Creating
The very first step in almost all knitting projects is casting-on, which is what I'll be teaching you today. So what are you waiting for? Go grab some knitting needles and yarn, and let's get you started on your knitting…
Learn to Double Knit
What You'll Be Creating
Double knitting is an interesting and unique technique, and it’s the perfect skill to tackle for intermediate knitters who are looking for a new challenge. It creates a dense, smooth fabric that’s completely reversible,…