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make up bag

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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Crafty Christmas idea # 8- Paint your own Christmas tree decorations

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This is a really fun project that you can do with friends and family this weekend. All you need are some "Blank" ceramic...

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Crafty Christmas idea # 7- Make an ergonomic laptop rest

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We all know a computer addict!  Working for an extended period on a laptop, or with a desktop mouse can cause carpal tunnel...

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Crafty Christmas idea #6-DIY your wardrobe with Rosie Martin

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 This book is a real must for contemporary stitchers. If you have friends that love sewing and fashion, then this  book's capsule wardrobe...

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Hot water bottle cover

Crafty Christmas idea # 5- Make a hot water bottle cover

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Winter has really come upon us, and it's chilly!! I do love snuggling up on the sofa with a hottie, a duvet and...

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Crafty Christmas idea # 4- Decorate your own Christmas cards

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This is a super quick and very lovely sewing project. Stitch some  mini bunting Christmas cards..You'll need some fabric scraps, prittstick,  a blank...

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rudolph puppet kit

Crafty Christmas idea # 3- Make a Rudolph puppet.

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This is a fun project to do with either Little ones or adults. Perfect to fill the time when school finishes! Who doesn't...

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Crafty Christmas idea # 2-A fabulous knicker making kit

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There's still time to get some fabulous knickers knocked up for your friends. Support the "made in Britain" campaign and sew your own!...

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Crafty Christmas idea #1-A great sewing book for crafty pals

Crafty Christmas idea #1-A great sewing book for crafty pals

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Sewing pals will love this little book in their stocking!If you know someone who loves to sew, but hates fiddly paper patterns then...

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A virtual advent calendar for Thrifty Stitchers

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Today is the start of advent, that delicious time of year that leads us to the Christmas Festivities. Many of you will have...

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Learn to sew with me Claire-Louise Hardie, Former Sewing Producer for The Great British Sewing Bee, 2 times best selling author, and an online Sewing Educator.

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