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Discuss knitting, crocheting, card-making, modelling and all types of crafts - with a MoneySaving twist.

Getting a bit arts and crafty...
Hi! Bit of a random one…. But I’m thinking of getting in to arts and crafts but I’ve never done this before so I wouldn’t know where the best place is to get a good deal. Does anyone have any tips for a beginner who wants to create quality items to give as gifts to family yet without breaking the bank? Thanks x P.S. Wasn't…
The "no frills, no gremlins (hopefully)" cross-stitch cafe
fingers crossed this new thread has no gremlins like the ones taken up residence in the old one (will move everything accross after tea.) As featured in Cross Stitch Crazy's Club of the Month. Welcome to the Cafe's new thread. Have you got some UFO's (UnFinished Objects) still to finish?? Setting yourself deadlines for…
Classes at Hobbycraft Basildon
want to learn something new or improve your skills then take a look at whats on at Hobbycraft Basildon 28.6.13 learn how to knit in the round with Eleanor 10.am - 1pm £15 - adults 29.6.13 crystal gemstone tree class with Madisson 12pm- 3pm £15 - All ages 13.7.13 childrens knitting class with Eleanor 11am - 1pm £5 13.7.13…
Does anyone have a craft blog? advice needed please
Hi, I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice please with regards to blogs?? i will be registering as self employed soon to start my vintage wedding invitation business, where i design everything myself and sell from my website and ebay. I would like to do a blog aswell, as a bit of a diary of my business…
How to organise a a Craft Fair/Table Top Sale
I am looking at holding a Craft Fair/Handmade/Table Top Sale to fundraise for a charity very close to my heart called MND Association. Can anyone give me any tips on making it successful and anything i NEED to know? TIA
Question for all card makers please
Hi, i was wondering what glue you use to stick in the paper inserts into greeting cards, i have tried prit stick and tacky glue and found they just fall out? although im wondering if this is because i fold the cards myself using a creasing bone and the crease is not deep enough like in pre-folded cards? (im considering…
Tomy knitting machine instructions
Hi all, I've just started getting into creating home made presents and this morning I bought a Tomy knitting machine from the car boot sale but it doesn't have any instructions, I've looked online with no success. So I thought I'd try here does anyone have one of these knitting machines and would be happy to send me a copy…
Stitching group start up?
I am considering starting a stitching group at my church. My plan is for people to bring along any form of stitching (patchwork, embroidery, knitting, crochet, tapestry, mending!), and we stitch together, also we help each other out - so if someone wants to learn a skill we teach each other as much as we know. So someone…
Home made food / craft swaps
We went to the first swap group near us today. It was great fun, though we did come home with an awful lot of cake - which is appropriate given that it is OH's birthday! Luckily the 2 large loaf cakes will freeze, and the cupcakes and brownies won't last long around here anyway... We also got some dried bay leaves and a…
Best Sellers at a School Fair.
Hi everyone, In a months time I will have a stall at a local school summer fair. I hand make jewellery out of clay and I have also recently started to decorate wooden plaques. I was just wondering if anyone could give me any advice on what handmade items are most popular at a school fair and the price range I should keep…
New show on TV about sewing
Did anyone see the trailer for a new TV show about sewing? It was on last night but I did not see when it is on.
13 Projects in 2013 (cross stitch, knitting, paper crafts etc.)
Hi everyone, this was an idea we had on the cross stitch thread last year, but after discussing it we decided that it would be a good idea to include other crafts as many of us in that thread did other crafts too. The idea basically is to complete 13 projects in 2013. These projects can be cross stitch, cards, jewellery,…
Inspiration for toddler storage/arts & Crafts
I have a little boy he is almost 2 over the last year or so true to mse I have picked up cheap easter activity books, xmas activity packs, halloween ect ect for 10p you get the picture for the following year when he will be more able to use appreciate however I wanted to put stuff in an orderly fashion especially as we…
Making Cards - Ideas (part 6)
Welcome to the Card Craft thread where there are many members who are new to card making as well as the more experienced members who love helping others out on their path to making cards. If you are new to this craft please do post and somebody will be along with some advice for you Please note this thread is now a…
Wax Melts and Candles
Hi all, Last year, I wrote some articles for another website about my findings and advice when making candles and wax melts. I thought you might be interested so I've decided to post here for you :) PART 1 -INTRODUCTION TO WORKING WITH WAX Working with wax to make candles and wax melts is a very rewarding and satisfying…
The Sewing Room
Hello all:hello: As suggested by "Trow" on the "crafting for christmas 2010" thread I am starting a new "sewing" thread (no pun intended;)) I thought this would be a good place for us to post our sewing projects, offer guidence or advice and generally chat about anything to do with sewing. Anybody want to join me in here?…
crochet anyone ?
HI i learned myself to crochet from watching videos on u tube im currently half way thoeugh a blanket for my little gir just wonderd if any of you crochet as i think its a skill thats sadly dying out u can make some wonderfull things and the main thing i like is you see results quickly as i get quite impaitent :D The stuff…
Scrapbooking thread
Hi, at the minute I make greeting cards and I want to get into scrapbooking. I thought it would be nice to have a thread similar to the card making one where people can share bargains, tips and photos of their work. As a complete novice I could do with a bit of advice and inspiration. I was thinking of subscribing to…
Anyone Into Cross Stitching?
Hi, I've been a stitcher now for about 7/8 years and love it. I tend to stitch small designs as I can be a bit impatient with larger pieces as they can take so long to complete. I mainly stitch cards and smallish pictures to frame. Recently done a few coasters and really pleased with how they have turned out. My latest is…
Jewellery making anyone??
Ok, I think some people on here make their own jewellery already? I was thinking maybe we could start a thread - offering/sharing tips, advice etc? I have been making jewellery for years now and sell in a couple of local shops and to friends. I also make things for pressies, so am happy to offer advice (not an expert by…

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