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Window dressing for bathroom
I've been debating for ages how to deal with a bathroom window, small rectangle.It is visible every time you move from room to room and it looks onto my close neighbours orange fence and orange brick garage which is depressing.I've tried verticle blinds in pale white that lets in some light, a cotton net curtain which also…
Help! What are these decoration blanks called?
I saw these decorations at my local garden centre and would love to make some like them? The only trouble is I don’t know what the blank decorations are called that I can fill with pot pourri, I have tried searching for everything from pot pourri to wire mesh decorations but no luck! Does anyone know what they might be…
How do I convert a NEW cardboard CD sleeve? Can inserts be moved/fitted into a standard jewel case?!
Have just bought a great CD album: Harry Connick Jr "True Love". Sadly now can't store it. It it has arrived in the new idea for storing CDs: a cardboard sleeve. These, we find, are sadly useless as: (1) the CD always slips out of the open end, as there is nothing to hold it inside the case! (2) Plus as the spine is slim,…
Hotfix Applicator on irregular shapes?
I use a hotfix applicator to put my own rhinestones on clothing but i recently got some heart and skull shaped ones which seemed like a change from the usual round ones, the only problem is my hotfix head attachment's won't cover these shapes. Has anyone else successfully applied these other shapes with the applicator…
150mm Digital Calipers for woodwork and fencing
If you are a wood worker then using digital calipers is the best practice for setting the distance between each post. Obviously, you want a good durable instrument that can be dropped and thrown around a little without breaking the bank. What are the best options?
Modelling Brick and Paving sheets thingy
Looking for the adhesive back ones for railway modelling in n-gauge. Never purchased before. Does anyone know the best search terms for these and if there are proper (technical) names for them? -
Selling handmade crafts at fairs
Hi I’ve just started making resin products from hair clips, earrings, coasters. I’ve started selling on Etsy but want to expand a bit more. Thinking of crafts fairs, or some boot sales, and how’s best to find out about them? But just wondering if I need any insurance? Seen with one I need public liability, I am not…
Import from Japan
I want to buy some marker pens from Japan. It'll cost me roughly £1400.00 with no delivery charge. How much would it cost me to bring it here they vat and import duty etc A friend of mine said some items from Japan don't get charged but may still have to pay vat. If I buy from the UK, I'll be paying £2000.00. Any help will…
Free papercraft 3D for beginners
Hello MoneySavingExperts, I am a 3D paper craft passionate, and I found nice free papercraft models on ecogamishop.com There are fine if you are a beginner or if you never tried to make such paper creation.
Beginner knitting query
Hi, does anyone know what I’m supposed to do Row 18? im knitting the smallest size. im assuming I have to P2, P2 together, 15 times. P3 (is this purl 3 stitches) and then what do I do with the 81 stitches that are left?
Makit & Bakit
I had some Xmas decoration stained glass ornaments as a kid. I have strong memories of putting the coloured crystals in the metal frames and baking them. I remember the smell, and loved the textures, colours and designs. There was definitely a candle, a holly leaf, some jingle bells and a xmas tree. I REALLY want to do…
Shed
I have a shed.Its need repairing. Our garden is located in front of neighbours garden. If I am doing some repairing to the shed , do I need to notify other neighbours in advance.?. I really appreciate if anyone can advice about this? Thank you
Printing on Boxes
As title, how do I put professional looking printing on shop bought gift boxes? I want to make a couple of "keepsake" type boxes for family members and thought it would be nice with their names etc printed on. Maybe metalic!
How to stick mosaic tiles to wood for outdoors
I was going to use grout but read that isn't great due to expansion of the wood. I have some PVA glue but it's water soluble. What to use...? Or am I better off getting a bit of slate or something.
Start up Clothing line
Hi, I would like to start my own clothing brand. I do not have a background in the fashion industry. Does anyone know of any good resources for helping a start up with Fashion designs and materials? Thanks in advance.
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Online wool sales
Hi, I've bought wool online in the past, but am looking for sites with a decent selection on sale/clearance. Any recommendations appreciated, thanks.
Needle felting
Anyone do this? It doesn't look too difficult.
Missing instructions help for a Hobbycraft craft kit
My grand daughter was given a 'Get Crafty' giraffe crochet kit for her birthday from Hobbycraft last year and is now very keen to do it. However, on opening the box, the instructions are missing! I wonder if anyone might have the same kit and willing to share theirs. I've been in touch with Hobbycraft who say they can't…
Help required please - Wax Melts
Hi All, I have been making wax melts for 5-6months and after friends suggesting that i should sell i am now considering it however, I am just not sure how to price and I'm not sure how to work this out. I work in grams and mls for fragrance oils. Any help is very much appreciated! Thanks

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