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Index of Links to Crafts & Ideas
This thread is an A- Z for links to craft/homemade projects for gifts etc (that save money in the long run). Don't forget, if you see anything that needs a link to it or you spot any broken links, or have a thread you'd like to add, just pm me ;) ( Last Updated 20.2.14) 14 Projects in 2014 - In memory of Soulie A
2024 - No Craft Spending - I WILL bust my stash and make pretty things!!!!!
OK own up who has more crafty stash than they can fit in their house? Are you like me and have piles of paper, wool, things to upcycle etc stashed all over your house? 2024 is new year ahead of us - another chance to stash bust and turn all our crafting supplies into pretty things <3 I have put myself on a self imposed…
Rescuing a jacket - contrasting collar?
In an effort to remove a stain from the collar or my favourite jacket, I've inadvertently wrecked the collar by completely wearing away a spot of fabric. My tailor has advised that the only way to save it is by finding the same fabric & colour, or by jazzing it up with a different coloured fabric that she can apply to the…
Cross Stitch and Craft Café 2024 - pull up a chair and join us!
Hello everyone and welcome to the Cross Stitch and Craft Café for 2024! All are welcome here – whether you stitch, knit, crochet, felt, tatt or machine sew. We love to see your makes and share in your successes, plus catch up on each other’s news. Pull up a chair, grab a drink and some snacks, and make sure to share photos…
Repurposing vintage embroidered linen.
I have quite a lot (masses!) of embroiderd vintage linens. Mostly tablecloths and tray cloths, some dressing table sets etc. which were made by my Mum, Granny and Mother in law. I really appreciate the work that went into them but don't use them and I am reluctant to put them to the fabric bank. I have "fussy cut" some of…
Changing the Color of your spectacle frames
I want to change the color of my spectacle frames from Black the Bronze i think there are kits that you can buy where you can do the job yourself .I would not want to do it this way i would want it done by somebody who would do a professional job Anybody know anymore on the subject
Who can help me write a book? Is there dedicated sites etc?
Hi all genuine post here. I have an idea that I want to write a book. I have the characters in my head. I just don’t know where to start. I realise there is virtually no chance of it ever being published but I still want to do it as a hobby. Is there any dedicated sites for this? Thanks all.
Free Kids Crafting
I've just seen that John Lewis are offering free kids crafting events over the summer in all their shops (google John Lewis Events to find them).
Advice please - fabric dyeing
Hello, I've got a white top which I never wear (white washes me out) so I want to dye it to a colour that's more "me". I've never dyed fabric before so would be grateful for advice on how to go about it. It seems quite simple to do, but what I'm not sure about is the composition of the top. The label says its 100% cotton…
Old Belgian Battenburg Lace patterns: advice sought on what to do with them
Good afternoon. I used to live in Belgium in the 80's. I learnt how to sew the Battenburg Ribbon Lace. This is where you use ribbon with a thread along one side. You pull on the thread and if forms loops, which you can sew onto a brown paper backing-pattern. Then sew it all together. Then infill with embroidery thread…
Sewing shirring question
Hi, I'm a new machine sewer. I tried to do some shirring yesterday on thin cotton three hole broderie anglaise. The elastic kept breaking, not sure why. I had it on standard machine tension, longest stitch and hand wound the elastic on the bobbin. I accidentally did an earlier bit of shirring on the shortest stitch and…
A2 self healing mat recommendations please
Recommendations please for a decent self healing cutting mat to use to cut fabric with rotary cutter. The prices online vary wildly. Thanks
Peg bag knitting pattern
Anyone have a simple pattern to share with me, please? Much appreciated!
Book-binding glue
EDIT: Further comments no longer required as I have the answer from another forum. ********* I have some book-binding glue that I opened a few months ago and it's become too thick to spread. What can I use to thin it?
Recommendations for online fabric
I'm starting to get into sewing and wondering if anyone had recommendations for good places to get fabric for sewing clothes?
Crepe Silk - Silk Crepe
Just as the title says, as I've been looking online, sometimes I see silk crepe and sometimes crepe silk, so my question is, is there a difference or just how it's written?
Where can I find bulk crystal chips for cheap?
I want to go back into arts and crafts to improve my mental well-being. I have this big idea for an art project that involves using crystal chips and mixed media, the problem is I can't seem to find a decent price for crystal chips especially ones without holes as they will ruin the aesthetic of the piece. I was just…
Safety rules
I am knitting soft toys and dolls clothes which I would like to sell at a craft fair. I have been told there are safety regulations that have to be followed and a certification. Is this true?
Help - create a peraonal art cartoon picture for a t-shirt
Really not sure where to put this thread so hoping this is right. i have an idea for a friends significant birthday. to create a personal cartoon portrait personal to the person of things that relate to him in a cartoon style, that would go on any shirt Almost like cutting load of stickers and making a portrait Where would…
Food festival reschedule and no refund
Hi I was booked to do a two day food festival (craft stall) last august. We set on the friday evening, saturday was a washout due to a storm and the organisers cancelled at 9:30 am. Told would trade on the sunday. received email 10pm sat eve to say site was washed out and so cancelled. Turned up sunday morning to dismantle…
Vinyl record dividers
Hey gang, I've seen some vinyl record dividers online, basically strips of wood with an alphabet letter in the end. They're pretty pricey though, about 80 quid! Effectively I need strips of something, ideally stiff wood, which are about 25-30mm high, 13 inches long/35/40cm and thin - say 2mm. I'm looking for something…

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