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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…
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Padded cover for blanket box
We have an old blanket box that is going to be used as a toy box in the lounge. We want to add a cover to make it look nice. Thought it might be nice to add a foam padding too so it can be sat on. We are not very crafty but I was thinking we could A - cover a piece of foam in fabric and some how fix to the lid. B - have a…
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Prima magazine- comes with free pattern-cheap subscription
This might be of interest to sewers- those that sew, not the drains!! Prima mag has a free pattern each month and I have already posted this offer on the shop don't drop board.... then thought crafting members might enjoy! Here are the details: Prima: 12 issues for £15 Offer ends July 4th 2016 DD only After first 12 issues…
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Online sewing courses
Hello I have a sewing machine at home and I can set it up and sew straight lines however I was looking for a basic course online that will get me started making things. There are local courses however they are outwit my budget and I wondered if there was a more affordable online version?
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Blank box canvas?
Hi everyone, I'm looking to get back into painting, I tried poundstretcher, poundland and tesco today and can't find any blank box canvasses. They were on the poundland webite too but not in my store. Has anyone spotted any cheap ones recently? I used to get them at the works but I can't see them on their website.
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Cricut vs Sissix
Hi, Does anyone have either the Cricut explore air or the sissix big shot pro? What do you think of them? Just want some opinions please.
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How to decorate a bag?
Hi, as part of a hen weekend we are having a bag decorating activity. It's a flat fabric shopper. I want to create a dogs face but have no idea where to start. Can anyone help?
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What glass paint do I need?
Hi, I would like to paint a glass vase I have. I tried some glass paint but it was too watery/runny/weak. I need some that is thick, vibrant, doesn't run, can't wash off. Any ideas much appreciated :D
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weatherproof yarn
Has anyone found any weatherproof yarn/string/twine in bright colours that is about the same thickness as DK yarn? I want some for knitting/crocheting garden decorations. Thanks!
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Raffia verus Paper Raffia
Afternoon everyone! I want to use raffia to tie around some homemade gifts but am unsure whether to go for the real stuff or the "paper" raffia. I need to use small bunches of it rather than single strips and in quite long lengths. I.am wondering if the real stuff is just too messy but does the paper stuff just look like…
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Die cuttimg
I've just got a die cutting machine and I'm looking for the best place to buy the dies, I"ve bought a few from the range and from Hobbycraft but I was hoping that possibly someone here can point me in the direction of a good online store. I've bought the Xcut machine and I've been told that it can cut vinyl is this right…
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Confetti Cones
Hi I just don't do crafts (too many fingers and thumbs) but I've offered to make some confetti cones for a friend's wedding and I thought they can't be that difficult, can they? What type of paper should I use, can I use wallpaper (was thinking of getting some samples and using them), also what would I need to make the…
