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Handmade Christmas idea # 3 – Handmade stockings

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It doesn't matter wether you're a child or an adult, at Christmas we all love a stocking!Use up some scraps you've probably already...

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Reusable hand-warmers – a fab handmade gift idea

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re-usable microwavable hand warmers- a speedy hand made gift idea...

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Crafty Christmas idea # 18 – A sewing gift voucher

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Whilst it may seem like the preserve of the last minute shopper, gift vouchers are often a welcomed present. They allow the recipient...

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Crafty Christmas idea # 17 – A Clothkits project

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Whilst many folks would like to get crafty, it's difficult to know where to get started. Sewing can seem overwhelmimng, particularly the use...

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Crafty Christmas idea # 16- Make your own crackers

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This is such a fun project. Why have boring generic crackers when you can rustle up your own. Crackers are really a blank...

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Handmade Christmas ideas – Make some re-usable gift tags

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Re-usable fabric gift tags are an awesome idea! Make them in non Christmassy fabric and they can be used all year round.You need...

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Crafty Christmas idea # 13- a stash of Fabric

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I know very few stitchers that don't drool over fabric,so why not give them a stash for Christmas? It's tricky to choose fabric...

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Crafty Christmas idea # 11- Hand-sewn winter hearts

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Sewing kits are a great way to try something new, and get everything together without the hassle of looking for all the bits...

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Crafty Christmas idea # 10-Some sewing storage solutions

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Sewing stuff is generally small, fiddly and easy to lose. What you need are systems where it's super easier to see where all...

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Crafty Christmas idea # 9- Stitch up a make up bag or pencil case

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Gorgeous little bags are something we all love to receive. Finding a make up bag or pencil case you love on the hight...

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Claire-Louise Hardie

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Learn to sew with me Claire-Louise Hardie, Former Sewing Producer for The Great British Sewing Bee. I'm an online Sewing Educator who loves making clothes fit and inspiring beginners to get started. For almost 3 decades I've been a professional Freelance Costumer for stage and screen. I'm a Writer for the best selling "Love Sewing" Magazine

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