It's nice to have a reason to make things, and this waterproof drawstring bag is one of those kind of projects. Having a word for the year was a thing a few years ago, and although it can seem as much as of a cliche as New Year's resolutions (and last about as long!), it can be helpful to go into the New Year with a some focus. What makes a word for the year different to a New Year's resolution is that it is vague enough to allow a person ... Read the Post...
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Godet Skirt Revisited: Part 2
Last time, I reposted a tutorial I wrote back in 2015 for a skirt with godets. I have plans to develop this into something else, but first I wanted to have a go at remaking the skirt using the original instructions. The skirt I made back then is no longer wearable. The pretty blue fabric frayed horribly and it ended up being held together with safety pins! This time I've used some cotton fabric I found while I was having a sort out, and ... Read the Post...
Godet Skirt Tutorial Revisited: Part 1
I originally posted this tutorial in 2015, so long ago now! The skirt was a success, although I should have finished the edges of the blue fabric with an overcasting stitch because it frayed quite badly. In the end, I wore the skirt for several years, until it was mostly held together with safety pins! I'm reposting this tutorial now because I've got a crazy plan! There are several stages to the plan, and it makes most sense to repost this ... Read the Post...
DIY Felt Bauble Decorations
These felt bauble decorations are easy to make and are a great way to use up smaller pieces of felt and scraps of ribbon. Use the instructions below to make the one in the picture, or be creative and use what you have already to make something that's one of a kind. You Will Need Felt. 2 pieces 10 cm x 10 cm (4 inches by 4 inches) will be enough for one decoration.Bauble template (there's a form at the bottom of the post if you'd like ... Read the Post...
