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Archives for March 2014

10% off fabrics & notions at Sewhot
Code SPRING10 Until 30th March Lovely fabrics, just ordered the spring fat quarters :) http://sewhot.co.uk/
Needed: needle clamp for Jones Vintage sewing machine
Recently iv been given a gorgdous old Jones sewing machine from Freecycle, but unfortunately its missing a vital piece, A needle clamp! Its a old jones model, so im struggling to find out if I can get a standard size needle clamp or if I need a specific type? Link to the model:…
Fabric Easter corsage
I've got to make one to take to a group. Well, actually, it's meant to be real flowers but I want to impress by making a beautiful fabric one. I've been practising folding circles, pinching, gathering and joining together and they look quite nice in felt but I want to make it more interesting, e.g. netting/organza/floral…
1st birthday craft
Hello. I'm visiting a friend at the weekend who's daughter will be turning 1 soon. I want to take a gift but am short on time (to shop) and funds! I do however have a cupboard over flowing with craft supplies!!! I can hand and machine sew well, I do a lot of card making and used to do a bit of jewellery making. I've…
What was your first quilting project?
Hi, new here.. never realised there was a crafting forum!!:j I visited the knit n stitch show last weekend and after watching a demo and buying what felt like half a ton of fabrics I now wonder where to start! I'm terrible st buying craft stuffs and using them once then loving on to the next idea but I loved the quilts I…
Free Shipping at Black Sheep Wools
Black Sheep Wools are running a free shipping promotion on all orders until midnight Wednesday 26th March! Perfect excuse to stock up on my stash!
Been given " heirlooms"
My mother has had a clear out and given me some stuff! I don't know what to do with it, It's all ancient and hand made , some baby cotton dresses with tiny pin tuck pleats , the crepe do chine bloomers my grandmother wore under her wedding dress in 1920! , hand made stoles, evening gloves that my hand won't go into, a big…
nature scrapbook help
hi, i was just wondering if anyone knew where i could purchase a scrapbook with a nature theme front, or any ideas how i could decorate a plain one?
Crystal Clay
HI WAs wondering if anybody had used this clay before? I heard of it on you tube did some reading about it was amazed I really had no idea about this clay an it needs no firering lillie put
Pandora bracelets
Hi I Was wondering if anybody had made their own Style Pandora bracelets? their are so many beautiful beads an charms I could spend a fortune I wont though im learning how too make earrings, necklaces, bracelets for my family has anyone any advice maybe something simple to start with? thanks for reading lillie_put
Professional Candle making?
Hiya guys, I want to start making candles - I want them to be 8 inchs high, white and flawless in shape, a decent thickness perhaps just shy of a bean tin thickness. Is this possible from home?I.e to look like I'd brought them from a shop Ideally it would cost less then £2 a candle...or I might as well buy them still. :-)…
New crafting project ideas needed
Hiya, I'm hoping someone can help. I've recently changed jobs and finding myself with lots of time on my hands so am thinking of taking up a new craft/hobby. I can already knit, crochet and cross stitch so am looking for something a bit different that I could begin cheaply with any ideas? I also like projects that I can…
#handmade hour on Twitter 7.30pm Wednesdays
Hi! Just a reminder or in case you don't already know, crafters share info on Twitter from 7.30pm every Wednesday. It's called #handmadehour. Just click the link to see the tweets and if you join in include #handmadehour in your tweets. We've added it to savvy's fantastic crafting index. Andrea :)
Advice needed on clearish "stuff" to make fake ice (for a small lego ice rink)
I've created an ice rink out of lego (to match an ongoing winter lego project/gift). I have some stuff that I think would have been used on xmas trees, so clear shimmery strands that imitate shimmery ice from an ice rink, but I'm stuck on what medium to use to actually create the ice from. It's a permanent fixture, so…
The Creative Stitches and Hobbycrafts Show 2014
Anybody going? :j Anybody exhibiting? I recently bought some tickets for my sister and myself because she loves to knit, crochet and paint, but now I'm interested for jewellery making reasons, too. Has anybody been to one yet and if so, can you recommend stalls to visit and let me know if there are going to be good deals…
Learning to Stencil
For those of you interesting in learning about how to stencil, New York blogger, Julie Fei-Fan Balzer is doing a demo on this website now (7pm Monday): http://www.spreecast.com/events/stenciling-live-the-basics No need to log in. On all this week and it is free. :)

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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