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March 14, 2024April 11, 2024

7 Special Family-Friendly Easter Craft Projects to Make and Sew

Are you hopping-ready for some eggs-ceptional Easter crafting? There’s something truly magical about bringing handmade charm into your home, especially during this lovely time of year. Crafting at Easter isn’t just about creating cute decorations; it’s a chance to slow down, connect, and revel in the simple pleasures of creativity.

Getting crafty at Easter is a wonderful way to nurture creativity and imagination in both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re stitching, painting, or gluing, crafting allows you to express yourself in ways that words simply can’t.

It’s an opportunity to learn new skills, experiment with different materials, and let your imagination run wild. Plus, there’s something incredibly satisfying about turning a few simple supplies into something truly special. If you’re anything like me, you’ve got loads of fabric leftovers, snippets of cardboard, balls of wool and half a dozen types of glue ready to be put to work! 💪

As the Easter bunny prepares to make his annual visit, why not join in on the fun and add a sprinkle of homemade charm to your celebrations? Whether you’re crafting solo, with family, (or with your friends!), there’s no shortage of eggs-citing projects to explore.

So, grab a hold of your crafting supplies, get crafty, and make this Easter one to remember!

February 1, 2024February 25, 2024

5 Easy DIY Crafts to Make this Valentine’s Day

Just when you’re thinking “Didn’t we just celebrate New Year?!?” you realise it’s actually February already. And amongst celebrations like Karneval here in Germany, there’s THAT celebration of love on the 14^th of this month! 🥰

So, with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to get hands-on and create some special, homemade goodies for your loved ones.

In this blog post, I’ve put together a bundle of easy and creative Valentine’s Day crafts that are as enjoyable to make as they are to give. These projects are all great for adults and there’s some good ones in there for the kiddos to try too!

Whether you’re into working with fabric, beads, paper, wood, or all of them 😅 you’ll find something here to fall in love with!

Time to break out the craft supplies and spread some love with these DIY Valentine’s Day craft projects that everyone can enjoy!

January 18, 2024February 25, 2024

Sewing Beginners: 5 Insider Tips to Know Before You Sew

Whether you’ve been eyeing off sewing for a while as your next hobby to dive into, you’ve just received a brand new sewing machine, or even if you’ve been swamped and unable to sit down with that pile of fabulous fabrics to start your sewing journey, you’ll want to read this blog post first!

You’re keen to get sew a few things, you’re feeling a but nervous, wondering whether you’ve even got the time for a new hobby or not. Never mind that it seems like all “those other” creatives can whip up anything, any time and you don’t even yet know what you don’t know! Pfew! 😅

I get it. That was me too!

Which is why I’ve put together these 5 pieces of advice you should know before you start sewing. It’ll get you excited, curious, and relieve the stress of any of the doubts and hiccups that might pop-up for you! Ready?

November 9, 2023November 9, 2023

10 DIY Fabric Projects to Make You & Your Home Cozy

The days are growing shorter and the mercury is sinking. Yes, the cool winter season is coming!

I’m much more of a sun-lover, to be honest. But there is a special kind of charm of snuggling up under a blanket on the sofa and sipping on a hot drink. When you want to make yourself and your house feel even cozier, sewing and crafts projects are the perfect way to make your living space feel like home.

This blog post is all about sharing cute winter fabric craft and sewing projects that will infuse your home with a special winter charm, without being only about Christmas and the Holiday season (as lovely as they are!) as well as some basic winter warmers for you and the family.

AND some of them are eco-friendly upcycling projects while others don’t even require you to unpack the sewing machine!

So, if you’re eager to embark on a creative journey this winter, read on for inspiration

October 12, 2023October 8, 2023

Scrap Sensation: 10 Creative Fabric Sewing Projects to Love

You know those little fabric scraps that seem to multiply in my your 😅 sewing room like rabbits in a magic hat? Well, it’s time to pull them out from the depths of your stash because I’ve got the solutions you’ve been looking for.

In this blog post, I’m diving into the world of small-scale sewing projects that put those itsy-bitsy (and not so tiny) fabric remnants to good use. No need to part with those precious pieces just yet – let’s turn them into something cool, useful, and, most importantly, easy and quick to make.

So, grab your scraps, fire up your sewing machine, and let’s get down to some fun, frugal, and fabulously creative sewing!

September 28, 2023September 27, 2023

Easy Beginner Decor Projects You’ll Want to Sew for Your Home

Are you ready to infuse your living space with a personal touch that reflects your unique style and creativity? Whether you’re a seasoned sewing pro or just sitting down to thread your sewing machine needle for the first time, there’s a world of exciting home decor possibilities awaiting you. From custom throw pillows to stunning table linens and beyond, sewing your own home decor can be both a rewarding and budget-friendly way to jazz up your living space.

In this blog, you’re about to discover a bundle of easy sewing projects for your home. No need for a super fancy sewing machine or years of experience; these projects are designed with beginners in mind (lots of straight lines ahead! 😉), but they’re equally appealing to seasoned crafters looking for quick and satisfying sewing projects.

Get ready to explore the wonderful world of sewing your own home decor and discover how a few simple steps can transform your living space.

Psst! For specific occasions like Christmas or Spring etc I’ve also got loads of home décor ideas you can make. Just follow the links at the bottom of this blog post. 👍

September 14, 2023September 14, 2023

Awesome Animal Costumes to Easily Make for Your Kids

There’s something awesome about watching your child transform into their favourite animal right in front of you. The precious look on their faces as they play and prance is unforgettable.

And of course, the pride you feel after finishing such an amazing, creative outfit also makes all the imagining and planning worth it.

Over the years I have made dozens and dozens of costumes as requested by my kids, from pirates to devils to Hermoine and the Incredible Hulk. And they have loved every single one of them!

Whether it’s a last-minute costume for a school play, a Halloween party, or just a rainy afternoon project, sewing costumes is not only a delightful endeavour but also a chance to bond with your child and create cherished memories.

So, grab your fabrics, scissors, needles and imagination, and read on to discover how you too can easily sew an ~~roarsome~~ awesome animal costume for your kids!

August 31, 2023September 1, 2023

Sewing: how to get creative & learn lessons for life

Since I embarked on my sewing journey a few years back, my life has been enriched by my newfound creative outlet and plenty of “Look at this, I made it myself! I’m so proud!” moments.

What began with much uncertainty and bundles of nerves has grown into a much-loved hobby that continues to teach me lessons away from the sewing machine and wobbling piles of fabric.

People start sewing for all number of reasons: financial necessity, social connections, self-expression and more.

For me, it was wanting a creative outlet, to meet like-minded people and to discover whether I was able to make clothes for my children that set them apart from all the store-bought clothes everyone else seemed to be wearing.

As I reflect on my sewing progress, I can see that I have learned much more than *how to thread a needle*. I’ve also gained qualities that help me personally and while managing a busy family household.

In this blog post, I’m sharing with you my top 5 lessons learned via my sewing adventures.

August 17, 2023April 3, 2024

Clever & creative ideas to easily reuse your old towels

As a busy mother of 3 kids, there are times when I look around our family home and am shocked by the amount of stuff we have. Piles and piles of books, clothes splayed out on the kids’ bedroom floors, overflowing, disorganised cupboards… urgh.

That’s when I get all ranty and demand we start clearing out and organising some of our possessions.

But when I say “clearing out” I don’t mean throwing out. To our family, it means finding new life or new homes for our unwanted things.

As someone who loves sewing, I tend to squirrel away bits and pieces of unwanted textiles during our “clearing out” phases that I can upcycle sometime, somehow. (That’s one of the advantages of being able to sew, right?)

So, while “clearing out” recently I discovered that my collection of rescued old ratty towels was larger than I remembered it being 🙈. I decided I needed to find myself some DIY projects to make a couple of useful things out of them.

Which lead to me scouring the internet for ideas for myself. And then of course I had to share some of my favourite finds with you here!

And since I am all about simple sewing projects that are low-stress and no fuss, I’m know you’ll find something perfect for you and your old towels, no matter how advanced (or not) your sewing skills are!

Take a look for yourself and give your old towels a new lease on life with these fun upcycling sewing projects!

August 3, 2023August 18, 2023

Upcycling sewing project: How to turn your old towels into drawstring bags!

I don’t know about you, but I often find myself at the sewing machine when my kids need something. Sure, of course I enjoy sewing simply for the fun of it or because I discovered some amazing fabric I couldn’t bear to leave behind at the fabric store and I wanted something just for ME.

But there are frequent times when necessity really is the push behind creating a sewing pattern.

Like recently, when my kids were packing to go away camping and we realised that they each needed a bag to stuff in their plates, bowls, mugs, cutlery and tea towels. Something that could get banged around and dirty, but keep the contents inside clean, could fit in a suitcase with all their other gear, and still be suitable to go through the washing machine at the end of their outdoor adventure.

And that is where my idea for sewing drawstring bags came from.

I had been saving a stack of old, thinning, fraying bathroom towels for a handy upcycling project and a drawstring bag was perfect!

This sewing project will only take you about ½ an hour requires nothing but sewing straight lines! Which makes it perfect for all levels of sewing fans, even nervous newbies!

(If you’re on the lookout for more simple sewing fun, take a look at my other straight lines sewing projects .

Ready to put your old towels to good use too? Environmentally-friendly AND easy? Yes please! I have got the perfect, easy-to-follow sewing tutorial for you!