Blast from the Past - Painted Christmas Ornaments

Hello! This is a new feature where we share projects which have been on our 'things to try' list for a while.... but just haven't got round to yet. They will still stay on our list (or Pinterest board!), but in the meantime we thought we'd share them for inspiration!

Obsessions & Distractions - Advent Calendars

How is it December tomorrow already?!! To mark the start of the countdown to Christmas, here is a round up of some crafty advent calendars......

Obsessions & Distractions - Moustaches

Movember is run by The Movember Foundation every November and challenges men to grow moustaches, to spark conversation and raise vital funds for its men’s health programs.

You can find out how to get involved on the website and here are a few moustache related crafts you may also like!!

... and Laundry Cupboard Makeover

This post is not a particularly 'crafty' one, but it certainly is a project that's been on my to do list for a while! So I thought I'd share how I organised by laundry cupboard, as an incentive for actually getting on with it!

Tips, Tools and Techniques - Painted Keys

Hello! Here's our regular feature where we share tips, tools & techniques that have caught our eye, things we have Pinned, and things we have tried. These are probably not going to change your life(!) but might make it a bit easier...

I have no idea how I accumulated so many keys - it certainly isn't for the all the doors in my mansion!! I finally got round to sorting them out and decided to make them a bit more pretty as well, by painting with nail varnish!

Obsessions & Distractions - Day of the Dead

Day of the Dead (or Día de Muertos) is a Mexican holiday to remember those who have died. It takes place from October 31st to November 2nd, so in preparation here are some ideas for inspiration!

... and a Denim Shirt Cushion Cover

I randomly found a denim shirt in my fabric stash.... probably bought from a charity shop 'just incase'! I'm glad I did buy it though, as it meant I had something to upcycle into a cushion cover!

Obsessions and Distractions - Wool Crafts

Wool and yarn isn't just for knitting! Here are a round up of fab wool related crafts. Enjoy!

Blast from the Past - Tank Top Tote Bag

Hello! This is a new feature where we share projects which have been on our 'things to try' list for a while.... but just haven't got round to yet. They will still stay on our list (or Pinterest board!), but in the meantime we thought we'd share them for inspiration!

This is a tutorial by Can Can Dancer on how to turn a t-shirt or tank top into a lovely drawstring tote bag. Make sure you also visit Laura's website and check out all the other fab things she's made!

We are linking up to these parties!

Obsessions & Distractions - Back to School

Here in the UK, the summer holidays are over and kids are back to school! So here are some crafts for kids and big kids alike!

... and Fabric Scrap Weaving

A few weeks ago, we had a fun 'crafternoon' trying out different techniques from a fab book called Fabric Leftovers by D'Arcy-Jean Milne. Here's how we got on with weaving fabric scraps!

... and a Candle Makeover

Last week I shared how I revamped some candle pots by wrapping them in yarn. Not wanting to waste anything, I gave the old wax a bit of a makeover and made a new candle!

... and Yarn Wrapped Pots

I had some candles in terracotta pots, which were well past their best to say the least! So to make the pots more pretty, I decided to wrap them in yarn!

Obsessions & Distractions - Onesies

 Congratulations to Simi & Dunc on the birth of their gorgeous daughter Melody!! Melody's arrival also seems like a perfect time to do a round up of some fab onesies!

Tips, Tools & Techniques - Patina Pennies

Hello! Here's our regular feature where we share tips, tools & techniques that have caught our eye, things we have Pinned, and things we have tried. These are probably not going to change your life(!) but might make it a bit easier...

Patina is "a thin layer that forms on the surface of stone; copper, bronze and similar metals (tarnish produced by oxidation or other chemical processes)". It is also a great technique to give pennies a pretty colour!!

... and a Decorative Plate Makeover

Today we have a great guest post by the lovely Zografia from Bisozozo who is sharing her inventive makeover for a decorative plate!

Obsessions & Distractions - Lego Crafts

Its Father's Day, but also Mally's birthday weekend! In honour of these special boys' days, we've got a round-up of some fantastic Lego crafts for you to try!

... and DIY Plant Labels

I had been getting in the swing of planting seeds and potting up plants, but then disaster struck and I ran out of plant labels (I'm not even being melodramatic!!). This crisis was averted when I remembered this post by The Micro Gardener and made my own labels using a milk bottle!

... and an Upcycled Tie Pouch... with Link Party & Giveaway!!

Welcome to the May edition of the Ho, Ho, Ho and On We Sew Link Party!

We were delighted when Fiona from Celtic Thistles asked us if we would like to host her Ho, Ho, Ho, and on We Sew Link Party this month and of course said yes straight away! The idea of this feature is to get prepared for Christmas by making something each month and showcasing this on the Link Party. It's such a fab idea and will definitely help us avoid the last minute rush - even if it feels slightly strange talking about Christmas in May!!

We'd love you to show off your Christmas or Holiday themed projects and link up at the bottom of the page. There is also a fantastic giveaway for one lucky entrant!

For our monthly project, we've made an Upcycled Tie Pouch which will hopefully make a great Xmas pressie and can be made from any ties you have lying around!

... and a Recycled "Trimmings" Folder

Hello! Here's a quick project that I have adapted from Jennibellie at Jennibellie Studio. Hers is a recycled folder / book to store Washi Tape, mine is to store bits of ribbons and trimmings in. You can see the full Video tutorial here.