Monthly Archives: May 2012
Inserting a Zipper the Easy Way
There are different ways to insert zippers depending on the type of project and the type of zipper being used. I want to show you a really simple way of inserting a normal zipper (not invisible or open ended) that … Continue reading
Etsy Love – Cosy Sweaters
The days are getting shorter and colder here in Australia as we are fast approaching winter. I’ve been sitting at my computer with a blanket on my lap, listening to the rain, drinking cup after cup of very hot tea … Continue reading
DIY Rustic Picture Frame
I made this rustic style picture frame on the weekend to add some character and life to our entry hallway. The picture is simply cut from a Frankie calendar from a couple of years ago. This sweet and simple project … Continue reading
Posted in DIY & Tutorials, Home Sweet Home
Tagged art, DIY, frame, home sweet home, homewares craft, interiors, recycling
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Australian Home Journal Archive
I discovered something incredible recently; a free download of Australian Home Journal from 1949 to 1952 (the archive is incomplete, but there’s still heaps there). I love vintage patterns and wrote about a few that I have in my collection … Continue reading
Posted in Inspiration, Patterns, Vintage
Tagged 1950s, advertising, Australian Home Journal, culture, Fashion, vintage, vintage pattern
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Shaun the Sheep Crochet
Here is the finished crochet softie that I was making for my friends’ little boy. It took ages to make especially as it was my first attempt at a crochet softie. Upon completing the first section – the body and … Continue reading
Posted in Crafty Goodness, Softies, Things for Children
Tagged Crafty Goodness, crochet, Kid's stuff, Softies
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DIY Scrabble Cushions
Last week I made these scrabble cushions as a wedding gift for a friend using the first letters of the bride and groom’s names. I’m so pleased with them I kind of wanted to keep them! Particularly as the letters … Continue reading
Posted in Crafty Goodness, DIY & Tutorials, Home Sweet Home
Tagged cushion, cushion cover, DIY, DIY & Tutorials, home-wares, pillow
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Pear and Ginger Muffins – Recipe
I love baking sweet treats and I love trying to be healthy. Unfortunately the two to not always go hand in hand so I often modify recipes to make them a little bit healthier, without compromising on flavour. This recipe … Continue reading
Posted in Health and Wellbeing, Nom Nom Nom!
Tagged health and wellbeing, muffins, recipe, stevia
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New Crochet Project and the Cutest Fabric Ever
I am starting a new crochet project! It’s going to be a soft toy for a very little person I know. I’m a bit nervous about it because I’ve never crocheted anything shaped before. I can crochet granny squares and … Continue reading
