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School Holiday Classes

alpha — Tue, 27 May 2014 00:30:08 +0000

School holiday classes are here again. I’m excited for the kids to attend fun classes here in the studio. This is an opportunity for them to meet new friends and craft together in a friendly and relaxed environment. It’s also an opportunity for them to be away from the screen. Here’s the line up of […]

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School Holiday Fun

alpha — Mon, 13 Jan 2014 04:05:51 +0000

School holiday fun is here again. Hello and Happy New Year to all. I hope that you had a wonderful Christmas break and that the New Year brings you and your family renewed hope and continued blessings. I had a good Christmas break and am now refreshed and ready to share crafting ideas with the […]

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Pancakes and Strawberries Felt Toys

alpha — Mon, 09 Sep 2013 13:30:02 +0000

Pancakes and strawberries felt toys have a special place in my heart because I started out as a toymaker. When my sons were little their toys were soft and warm to the touch. Since they like play food, I made them pancakes & strawberries. It kept them busy playing the waiter, serving each other pancakes. […]

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Felt Tablet and Device Cover

alpha — Thu, 05 Sep 2013 12:00:14 +0000

Felt tablet and device cover is a boredom buster during the school holidays. Personalise and add whimsy to your sewing project by using the shaker card technique. I love that felt doesn’t fringe and unravel like fabric so this eliminates the need to tidy up loose fibres. Here’s how: Measure and cut to size 2 […]

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Baby Owl Sewing Project

alpha — Fri, 09 Aug 2013 07:41:01 +0000

This baby owl sewing project is adorable and so easy. Here is a project for the kids (and for yourself too) to make during the school holidays. Hang them anywhere – as a keychain, bag accessory or attach it to a long necklace. Kids can make it for themselves, for mum or a friend. Also, […]

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Hoop Embroidery Sewing Project

alpha — Tue, 30 Jul 2013 02:34:06 +0000

This hoop embroidery sewing project is another boredom buster during the school holidays. The kids will love how easy and enjoyable it is. Moreover, it doesn’t require expensive and hard to find materials. Begin by gathering your supplies: small embroidery hoops small piece of fabric to fit the embroidery hoop. A little extra fabric is […]

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Hand-Stitched Notebook

alpha — Tue, 30 Jul 2013 02:21:46 +0000

Hand-stitched notebook is an easy project to assemble. It’s another boredom buster for you and the kids during the school holidays. Chances are, you already have the supplies in your craft box. First thing to do is to gather your materials – A4 paper, printed or Designer Series Paper, paper piercing tool, needle, thread, multi-purpose […]

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Pin Cushion Magnet

alpha — Tue, 23 Jul 2013 23:42:59 +0000

Pin cushion magnet is a fun sewing project during the school holidays. This is another boredom buster that doesn’t require a lot of materials nor effort to complete. First, gather your materials: fabric scraps toy stuffing needle thread magnet glue stick heat gun buttons or flowers for embellishment. Here’s how: Trace petals on your fabric. […]

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Owl Coin Bank Inspiration

alpha — Tue, 25 Jun 2013 01:01:41 +0000

This owl coin bank inspiration is a cute sewing project that’s fun to make. My lovely owl is back, this time as a coin bank. It’s a great project and boredom buster for you and the kids during the school holidays. How does it work? The owl lays flat but the more coins are put […]

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School Holiday Craft Classes

alpha — Tue, 28 May 2013 02:38:07 +0000

School holiday craft classes are by special request only. Make it a fun parent and child activity to escape the boredom of being at home all day. Recommended minimum age for the projects is 8 years old. I have a lot of fun and gorgeous paper craft and sewing projects to choose from: Mini-journal – […]

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