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Ideas for glass jars
hi everyone, drawing a complete blank here, blaming baby brain hehe. I have about 16 hexagonal 1/2 lb glass jars. Without lids for all but 2. And I cannot think of what to do with them! spam me with ideas please? Either decorative or suitable for gifts I think.
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crafting with kids
my step kiddies are 8 and 6 and my daughters are 2 and 1.. all 4 love getting the messy paper, glitter, glue etc out and it keeps them occupied for hours.. does anyone have any good crafts and good websites? ive been trying to find freebie bits and bobs to build up our collection using samples from wallpaper websites etc…
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Does anyone here make money from their hobby?
Hi all I was wondering if any hobbyists on here make any money or break even from their hobby (as opposed to people running actual businesses selling crafty things)? My brother and sister in law are getting married in August and I made my sis-in-law a tiara. I loved making it and it's become quite a hobby since and I have…
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berocca tubes
Any bright ideas on craft projects I could use berocca tubes for? I don't want to throw them away as they look like they would be really useful for something but I'm drawing a blank on what at the moment TIA
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Floating frame recommendations please
Helloooo I really need some recommendations for floating frames for my papercuts (pics in the usual place ). I'm really limited shop wise in this area and really need some help on where to find something decent online. Has anyone found any that are reasonably priced/come in a decent range of sizes? I've been using normal…
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Can you help me with Message Tea Bags?
Through the internet, over a period of about 8 or 9 years, I've made some really lovely friends who are all crafty in one way or another and we exchange various bits of things which we've made and send to each other, completely out of the blue - not for an occassion - but simple just 'because'. One of my over-seas friends…
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flower arranging
Hi all. Recently my Nanna passed away so I bought some artificial flowers to make up a flower arrangement. It looks lovely but the flowers were a little pricey. I would like to do some more for other relatives that have passed. Does anyone know of any shops that do cheap nice looking artificial flowers or have any they no…
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Janome 5000Q and online sewing machines
Hi I'm considering purchasing this http://www.sewingmachinediscount.co.uk/product/829/janome-5000q--stock-arrived-but-now-4-left-only--.html So first does anyone have any experience of this machine - I've had a very basic Janome for about 20 years and it's done great but doing more quilting and other sewing now think I…
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sewing help needed,please.
I have to cut holes in my sons vests so i can have easy access to his feeding button.I have tried cutting the circle and just hemming under but the cotton got eaten by the machine:o I have checked online but cant find any instructions or anything to give me some idea of how to do this :( I have bias binding but cant work…
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Repairing/Customising Patent Doc Martens
I've got an old pair of Doc Martens I ruined by stupidly drying them inside with a hair dryer. Now the patent leather has peeled off. I got frustrated with the bubbles in them I ripped some of the patent leather off. It's only on the toe section of the boot. Now I'm thinking of customising or repairing it, but have no idea…
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New Sewing Machine Help :-(
I recently visited a London branch of John Lewis to purchase a sewing machine, I was almost set on the Singer Curvy at £469 but the demonstrator was unable to demonstrate the machine as she knew nothing about it! I am an experienced sewer, so wanted a computerised machine with different stitches, but I am not particularly…
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Creative Stitches Magazine
Hello everyone, I am wondering if you crafty people can help me? I have asked in the cross stitch cafe, so now I am asking you. Years ago (1997) I had a magazine - issue one, so it was only 99p and it was published by Marshall Cavendish. Now move on about 10 years and I have a house fire - lose alot of my stuff, including…
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Super Chunky - sewing up advice please
HI, I have recently knitted a lovely wrap with King Cole ultimate super chunky - which is a very thick yarn, very similar to what you can create with a "knitting nancy". However, it unravels very quickly and it is proving difficult to weave in the ends. Has anyone used this yarn or can offer suggestions? A friend sugessted…
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Has anyone got a use for.....
A packet of machine sewing needles? They are 'D' shaped and look like they have never been opened.... I am having a clear out and came across them in a box under the bed.... If anyone would like them, PM me your address and I'll post them out to you!! My new sewing machine uses different needles.... Oh they are sharp…
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The Creative Stitches and Hobbycrafts Show 2014
Anybody going? :j Anybody exhibiting? I recently bought some tickets for my sister and myself because she loves to knit, crochet and paint, but now I'm interested for jewellery making reasons, too. Has anybody been to one yet and if so, can you recommend stalls to visit and let me know if there are going to be good deals…
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Needed: needle clamp for Jones Vintage sewing machine
Recently iv been given a gorgdous old Jones sewing machine from Freecycle, but unfortunately its missing a vital piece, A needle clamp! Its a old jones model, so im struggling to find out if I can get a standard size needle clamp or if I need a specific type? Link to the model:…
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Working Compasses
Would any of you crafty people know where one might buy some working compasses for crafts. Something reasonably priced and decent quality. I've looked around for these but always end up finding companies in China or elsewhere, which seem to have minimum orders of at least 500.
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Help please I am looking for...
A small bag pattern to stitch, suitable for a christmas tree decoration obviously I'm willing to pay for the pattern as it will save me time and materials!!
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Useful site? Waterproof fabrics etc
Just come across this site which specialises in outdoor fabrics, buckles, webbing, continuous zips etc. Could be handy if you make luggage, bags etc. catalogue -£1.50- includes 5 fabric samples of your choice. Leaflets (to buy) to make ponchos, small tents etc http://www.pennineoutdoor.co.uk/leaflets/catalogues
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Sewing Machine is too fast!
I bought a reconditioned sewing machine from Sewing Machines Direct ( a great company) at Christmas. It's the same as this one. http://www.sew.co.uk/brother-rh127-sewing-machine?gclid=CL32i-Tawr0CFRDItAodR0sAYA I've just attended three sewing classes and used an Elna machine which I found much, much easier to use. My…
