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What paint should I use to paint on pebbles, and leave as a permanent/lasting mark?
{ Just to say Hi - as this is my first posting in this crafting area of the MSE forum! :hello: } I have found several nice pebbles/stones in the back garden. I'm looking to arts & craft them, & mark them with text: just 1 or 2 words. I'd like some advice on what type of paint I should used to paint this text on the…
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Pricing items for etsy
Hi guys, I recently set up an etsy shop as i love crafting and usually give handmade items as gift and people have said I should advertise some things. But I am so unsure of pricing my items. Wondering if anyone would possibly have a look at my page and let me know what you think of my items / prices. My shop is on etsy…
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Keepsakes from old clothes
Not necessarily a memory bear, I’m open to any ideas. My d.d was in a tidy mood today and shamed me into tidying my own wardrobes where obviously there are clothes I refuse to throw away for varying reasons. I wouldn’t attempt to make anything myself, can anyone recommend anyone/anywhere to make something? Thank you.
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Vinyl cutting supplies.
Hey, ive just bought a silhouette portrait machine so that i can cut name labels for organizing my kids stuff and around the house. Just wondering where everyone finds best to get their supplies from. I will be looking to use sticky vinyl and iron on stuff too. Also any tips anyone has would be great as ive not got a clue…
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Vinyl words
Hi guys, im looking at getting a machine to cut words out of vinyl. Ive bought some words from etsy before but because im looking to have so many made i am thinking of getting a machine, second hand would be great to try without putting out as much money but im totally confused as to which one is the best to get. Thanks…
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New to Air Dry Clay
Hiya, I’ve worked with polymer for quite some time making character models (nothing exciting, just a fun hobby making cartoon characters) but I am wishing to move towards air dry clays and look into actual human figures. I went to an art site recently and I was swamped with different types and makes and wondered if anyone…
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First Craft Fair - Art Commissions
Hi Everyone! I'm thinking of doing my first ever craft fair but not sure what to prepare. I will be selling commssioned artwork (portraits, pets, wildlife) where the buyer would provide a reference photo, choose their paper size and material (pencil, cololured pencil or biro) and I would schedule them in my diary to create…
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How to sell craft stash?
I searched but the thread was from 2013 and things have moved on since then. I have so many backing papers, card blanks, beads, rubber stamps, paper pads etc, I don’t know what to do with them as I never use them. Sorry to sound selfish but i would like to sell rather than donate but how?facebook craft groups or local Fb…
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Quilting extension table for sewing machine - question
I have a Janome sewing machine with a front loading bobbin. I should like to buy a quilter's extension table to fit on it but looking at the adverts, these tables seem to be designed only for top loading bobbin machines. Anyone used one with a front loading bobbin?
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Making A Fabric Headboard
Hi, I've decided to make a pretty simple replacement headboard for my bed, it's a custom size bed so an off the shelf headboard doesn't quite work. My plan is pretty simple, cover a board with foam, wadding and then fabric. My question is this... what kind of board should I buy for this? MDF, OSB or plywood? Any…
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Choosing wool - help
I have found a pattern I want to knit (beginner!) and it tells me to use the wool in the link https://www.berroco.com/yarns/berroco-ultra-alpaca, its very expensive so I was wondering if someone might be able to give me an idea what type of wool to replace it with - Aran? Double knit? Chunky? Would I need to use a…
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HELP choosing knitting machine please
Hiya, Wondered if you could give me some advice please. I am a complete beginner and never used a knitting machine before, but would love to learn. I have been offered 3 machines and wondered if you would be able to shed a little light on which would be good for a newbie. The machines are: Brother KH836 Brother KH881…
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Bath bomb, Bath melt & Soap recipes (merged)
Decided to make Christmas pressies & thought people may like this link...good recipe on here for bath bombs which I've just made - dead easy & impresssive! Also used old oils (aromatherapy/coconut/massage) that were doing nowt so not that expensive! Be warned though getting citric acid is a bit of a nightmare & if you are…
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I make food candles but..
I can't never sell them as we have different laws here when non edible items look like the real thing...sometimes health and safety gone mad or am I wrong.? I make candle pies ie , apple/lemon/ cherry tart plus pints of "lager~" "guiness" etc but not allowed to sell to the public without some humungous insurance and public…
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Selling your crafts for charitu
Hello, I have been making Christmas decorations that I’d like to sell at a local stall for charity this Christmas. Does anyone know if I can do that or are there licences I need or things I need to be registered with? Thanks
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I want to use mod podge but need to make the print waterproof?
Is there anything like a varnish I can either use over the mod podge that has been applied to paper or is there a type of waterproof paper that I can print onto and that can be wiped down?
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What is this tool called?
I'm looking for a tool that will punch holes in fabric, and then places some kind of ring around the hole to stop the fabric fraying. Does anyone know what they are called? I have linked to a picture below to show what I mean ...…
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Re-using roses, heroes tubs etc
I am sure like most of us we all have plastic chocolate boxes from heroes etc clutter up our houses. I loathe to throw them away. Wish they would put them back in metal tins easier to recycle. I don't bake so no use to keep for putting goodies in. Anyone used them in crafting? I found this by accident on pinterest. They…
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Blog search!
I know that this will be a long shot but fingers crossed! I used to read a blog written by someone who lived near Edinburgh. She made things for her granddaughter and also did patchwork. I cannot remember her name /details but am hoping that someone on here can help. I realise that she may not blog nowadays....so many seem…
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Craft magazines - Jan sale- 3 for £5- byDD
Might be of interest to you- or for a gift! Just remember to cancel the direct debit...... Simply Sewing Simply Knitting Simply Crotchet Mollie Makes Papercraft Inspirations The Knitter (also quilting, cross stitch & card making titles in this offer- too many to list!)…
