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knitting pattern for wedding dress
hi, I'm looking for wedding dress knitting patterns. my internet search so far has led to crotchet patterns and dead ends... help !
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Pebbles to paint
Hello all, hope someone can help. I want to paint some pebbles for the garden. Never done this but I like what I see on internet and wanna give it a go. I understand acrylic paint is suitable for this. I did search a bit but couldn't find pebbles that would be useful and not so pricey. Does anyone do this and where do you…
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Making my own dress
We've started saving money by making our own clothes and I want to make this Tilly and the Buttons dress from the Makery for my wife. I'm going to start it this Easter weekend and hoping it turns out good. Does anyone else make their own clothes?
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Scrapbooking for beginners - any tips would be welcome
Hi, I have decided I might give scrapbooking a go, as a way of relieving boredom due having to give up work (chronic illnesses). I am quite creative as I used to make cakes as a hobby, but I have no idea where to start with the scrapbooking stuff. I have lots of photos to be printed which I could use..so have ideas for…
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What can I do with wooden wine box
Hi all, my friend gave me a wooden wine box-the one with a sliding lid like a giant pencil case. It's for two bottles but I don't know what to do with it. I can paint it and use it as storage but there must be something else? I have Internet searched but the ideas only relate to wooden wine crates . Any ideas welcomed
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weird shape beads ideas please
i recently bought a string of beads: picture that coral/red typeof bead but thesize of your vertebrae!!I thought wee buns, this willmake into a nice chunky bracelet or necklace. problem is the beads are so chunky and heavy i'm not sure what type of fixings to use. think that's the right name for the wire, head pins etc.…
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Cheap or discounted crafts for wedding
Hey guys, my sister has just got engaged and she's already planning the wedding ha! She wants the wedding to be quite chic and crafty but not run into the £1000's. Has anyone had a similar wedding and got any tips on how to reduce the cost?
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Craft Channel News story
Hi all We've just published a story on the Craft Channel. If you've been affected too have a read and post on the dedicated discussion thread for the story. Craft Channel customers left reeling over missing orders – your rights
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Paracord.
Hello. I'm interested in making some paracord dog collars. I'm not really crafty but I've seen some of these on YouTube and it looks fairly simple. Does anyone else do this and where is the best place to buy supplies from? Any other advise from anyone who does this would be welcome. I've been looking for something a bit…
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Crafts for boys
I work in an after school club and it's easy to engage the girls and younger boys with crafts, however, the junior boys in year 3 and above won't give it a second look. Any ideas of things to do or sites to check out please? I have thought of paracord key rings but I need to get my head round the technique. Thanks in…
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Help wanted
My new grandson has a club foot and in a few weeks he'll be wearing boots and bar ( sorry no idea how to do links from my iPad ) and I've been asked if I can make a cover for the bar. I can do basic sewing but I've no idea how to do one, I've seen one where a foam pipe was used to cover the bar but I'd prefer a flat cover,…
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Stash Busting 2017 - I WILL use my mountains of craftstash before buying more!
Hi crafters, Using the concept from the 2016 thread (and goingback as far as 2014 I think...) - originally set up by 'Crafting Mad' - this is hopefully to keep us all on track - and to help us all plough through our crazy big stashes... Welcome to the new 2017 stash busters thread. You can find the 2016 thread here:-…
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Cross Stitch Cafe 2017 - do more of what makes you happy
Hi everyone, Welcome to a shiny new Cross Stitch Cafe thread for 2017. As the title suggests, this thread is all about doing what makes you happy. I love to stitch and I look forward to seeing all your makes this year. Please feel free to post photos of your works in progress (WIPs) and any unfinished projects (UFOs) you…
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handmade gifts for older boys help
i'm abit fed up of giving gifts that nobody really needs so i thought maybe its time to make them.I have mountains of fabric in my craftroom and im at the stage i want to use what i have next year. Yes i want to be frugal. I have 2 neices and 7 nephews. The younger ones are quite easy.The problem is the 10 year old. Im not…
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Cath kidston knitting book
Received the Cath kidston knitting book as a Christmas present, unfortunately the pattern is missing, does any one have a copy of the pattern they could pm me thank you in advance.
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My Craft Youtube Channel and Me
Hello Friends ... How are you ? This is Namita from CraftVideos. I am really happy to be the part of this amazing forums that carry so many different colors and touch our life, directly or indirectly. I am inviting all of you to check my latest Christmas Crafts videos and also Handmade Christmas card tutorials at my…
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Dressmaking Scissors
I keep telling myself I'll sew more but I need some new scissors. I also have a daughter doing GCSE Textiles who could do with the practice. I've had a look about and they vary from £5 to £25. My mum always had Fiskars (with the bright orange handles) but I don't know if I can justify the cost. Any recommendations please?
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Photo booth cut out help please?
We are part of a large family with much to be grateful for, and on Saturday we are having our own Yorkshire Thanksgiving. My SIL hosts this and I thought it would be fun to have a simple photo booth/frame. I have some large pieces of strong card, from boxes, and need artistic help. I thought of just creating a frame and…
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Love Sewing Mag Rodney Reindeer - help with seam allowance
DH treated me to a subscription of this mag, I want to make Rodney Reindeer got some great christmas fabric, have cut him out about to start sewing but there are no seam allowance details. I have emailed the mag but no reply - I really want to start sewing but can't until I know, has anyone any idea on how much seam…
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Knitting for beginners
Ive decided i want to learn to knit. I can imagine its very satisfying knitting your own jumpers. When i got round to youtubing the matter it seems quite a bit more complex than i first thought. Suppose im asking whats the best way to learn. My plan was to sit and watch YT and then get a knit along video to try and make…
