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Any recommendations for business logo design?
Hi all, I am planning on starting a craft business and wondered if anyone has any recommendations of somewhere I can get a logo designed cheaply? I like the ones that sort of look like they are handdrawn if that makes sense! I've looked on Etsy but there are just hundreds and hundreds of different ones! Many Thanks Kel
Sizzix Big Shot Plus (new wider machine)
Looking on the .com website, it looks like Sizzix are bringing out a wider machine named the Big Shot Plus. It states to check craft shops in May, but that's America, so don't know when they'll be available in the Uk. (that'll give you all a few months to save up :) )
Word Art
How do people get started with making pictures out of words? I'm hoping to create a picture out of words for a special birthday present. I want it in the shape of something, rather than a square etc. I've seen them for sale on eBay but just wondered if it was possible to learn how to do it. Thanks
making curtains
Hello all! I'm thinking of making curtains for our sitting room as I can't find any ready made ones I like. However, I have never made curtains before (although I can sew clothes, so am confident with sewing and using a machine). The fabric I want to use has a repeating pattern (quite a large repeat so I know I'll have to…
Bottle Slumping courses in Hampshire?
Hi, I have set myself a goal of wanting to learn 'bottle slumping' BUT unfortunately, can't find any listed courses on the internet. Does anyone know of anyone or has anyone in Hampshire been on one that can recommend somewhere. Thankyou
sewing machine help needed - complete beginner - I give up
I have just treated myself to a sewing machine :j Spotted it in a charity shop for £30 it's a toyota classic, no idea if that is a good price but I am happy as the money went to a good cause and I have always wanted to learn how to use one. Can anyone recommend any good websites/books for complete beginners and I mean a…
Plastic jars wanted
I had an idea after seeing a jar filled with ephemera in TKMaxx. I thought it was a nice gift idea to use up my stash and gift my crafty friends all at once. However finding plastic jars is proving impossible. The ones from TKMaxx looked exactly like a mason jar but were pretty flimsy plastic - which is fine as the jar…
Stash Busting 2015 - I WILL use my mountains before buying more!
Hi crafters, Welcome to the new 2015 stash busters thread. You can find the 2014 thread here:- https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/4824211 Well done to all the crafters who took part in 2014. Everyone was amazing and the thread helped so many people that hopefully 2015 can be the same. For those of you who are…
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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
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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
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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
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Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
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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.
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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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