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Stitched picture
is this something a beginner could manage? http://www.poppytreffry.co.uk/shop-by-category/homewares/embroidered-pictures/st-ives-lugger-small-embroidered-picture.html i like stitching but i can only do the basic stitches at the moment ... could i use old clothes for the picture? and what sort of fabric should i use for the…
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Machine Knitting
I am new to machine knitting having just become the proud owner of a Brother chunky machine and wondered if there was any forum relating to this. It would be great to be able to chat to other like minded people and to see what everyone is are making.
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How to get drawings printed onto fabric
Hi all, Not sure if this is the right place to ask this question but ill give it a go. My brother is great at drawing anime, and i was hoping for christmas to get one of his drawings printed onto a tshirt for him. I know its possible to iron on things like this (I think) but is there any other way? I would have to try and…
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What do you do with keep sakes and cards
Myself and my husband have boxes of "keepsakes" in the loft and now we have a 1yo the keepsakes are just increasing. We had her christening recently and I have 30 cards that I don't want to throw out! I want to order and clear out some stuff. We have tickets, brochures, cards (lots of cards!) I was hoping to have some…
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Knitted strap for baby bonnet
I have just knitted a baby bonnet and want to put a knitted strap in garter stitch with buttonholes to attach to the buttons either side of hat. As I don't have a baby head available I am lost as to the length it should be. The bonnet round face is 12 inches.
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Blank scrabble tiles
Evening, I have an idea for the children in the before and after school club I work in. I already have a large 3ft x 3ft canvas and I want the children to use scrabble tiles to make their names. However there are 60+ children. Where can I get the tiles in bulk for a decent price? OR Where can I buy blank tiles in bulk so…
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Outdoor Vine Ball
Hi I am wanting to make one of the vine balls for outside, will put lights on it. I am very creative but no idea with flowers etc. I don't have access to a grape vine so what else could I use. Would the vine need to be fresh to be flexible. I am hinting of fastening 2 hanging baskets together to get the rounded shape then…
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Is this shop closing?
I was on a no-buy for crafts for quite some time. Since end of summer went to look at my favorite online shop, not the big variety of items they had. Anyone know what is happening with TheGlitterPot.co.uk ?
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card-making supplies recs?
hi all, i've decided that i would like to do something crafty and after looking at some of the fun a coworker has had making cards, i thought i'd give this a try first. so my question to you is what sites/stores would you recommend for the basic starter supplies? there are so many around that i don't know where to start!…
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bag toppers
Hi lovely ladies and gents i have just started making some sweety bags for my daughters halloween party and am looking to make toppers to go on them (the folded pieces of card that i can staple on the top) i want to make these on the computer and just print them but can't work out how. Can only of you crafters help? thanks
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Tabby Cat Knitting Pattern?
Does anybody have any idea if it's possible to get hold of a tabby cat knitting pattern? I lost my beloved boy just over a year ago & although I do now have a rescue cat, I'd just love a knitted mackeral tabby boy to cuddle up to at night & make me still feel very close to my lovely companion of 18yrs, who I miss dearly.…
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Turning a jumper into a cardigan
I`ve got a lovely jumper in my wardrobe that has never been worn and now I`ve lost a load of weight I fancy turning it into a cardy . I thought of using a thin strip of iron on interfacing down the middle so it keeps its shape while I cut the centre and attach hemming tape so it won`t go all wonky . Has anyone done this…
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Personalised Wooden names only 60p
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Any tips for machine sewing fleece please?
That's it, thank-you. I am making hats.
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Candle Making
Hi, Can anyone help me? I want to start making my own candles, I seem to buy loads & love the idea of creating my own. There are loads of kits available but wondered if anyone could reccommed one please & any tips?:D Thank you:D
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cross stitch / knitting /sewing
Hi What are the best places for buying cross stitch fabric, etc. also for knitting needles, wool and sewing etc. Total beginer so need to build up the kit. Ideally online. For a teenager if it makes a difference. Thanks
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what pens?
Hello, I have some slate napkin tags and wondered what pens people would suggest using on them so that I can wipe them and reuse them. Thanks
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Could anyone make a twirly/circle skirt for a sick child please?
Hi, I was wondering if any sewers on here might be able to make a skirt from your stash for a sick child? I'm organising a charity party and have princesses coming and going to have them teach the kids how to twirl properly. I've got a few volunteers making some skirts that can twirl (nothing professional) but I'm about 20…
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Looking for a strong metal, gemstone and ceramic adhesive
I have quite a bit of glue but none of them seem to do the job properly. I'm looking to glue back some gemstones onto metal (silver, copper and other metals). I'm also trying to repair some ceramic items. I've tried superglue, hard as nails and a clear German glue but none have really worked. :( I'd like to know if anyone…
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First Holiday Abroad Goody Bag
Hi all My lovely workmate is going on her first holiday abroad to Turkey and I was going to buy her a little thing to take. I was going to do a small goody bag/box but I'm struggling for ideas. I will put her sweets in to suck on the plane. She's not really into puzzles so don't want to get her any puzzle books. I'm not…