Cork Silhouette Necklaces

I love the quirky, whimsical look of these cork cut-out pendants, and you can see how to make them yourself, here.

Jewellery Making Tutorial List

Click here for a huge list (by yours truly) of jewellery making how-to's, techniques and videos. I've tried to include beaded and fabric jewellery as well as silver and wirework. Hope you find it handy :-)

Moving To Etsy!

I'm just in the process of moving all of the jewellery from my website to my new Etsy shop, plus gradually adding over 30 new designs too (yay!).

I hope you like the layout - plus I've retaken ALL of the photos again because the others were frankly quite terrible! That photography lark is harder than it looks :-)

Also, I've decided to have FREE shipping to anywhere in the world, since I love it when shops have that haha

Enjoy!

Decoupage a Chair

Turn a plain chair into a cute and unique chair by just adding pretty paper!

See how by going here.

Plantable Paper Flowers

These beautiful flowers are made from brown paper with seeds attached all over - so if you unwrap the flowers and plant them in the garden, real flowers will grow!

Go here to see how.

Cassette Tape Cuff

I love the masculine, simple look of this bracelet, and it's made from an old cassette tape!

Go here for directions.

Crochet Baskets

Click here to learn how to crochet these gorgeous crochet bowls - even if you only have minimal (or no) crocheting experience.

Learn the Art of Tatting

I have recently learnt to needle tat, and my dream project to complete is this tatted mask - isn't it awesome?!

Anyway, I've collected all of the how-tos and projects for tatting I can find from all over the web, and I hope that (even if you haven't heard of it, like I hadn't!) you'll give it a go :-)

Plus, it's a pretty cheap craft to start learning, so even better!

Go here for more information.

Watermelon Lemonade

The recipe for this drink looks so refreshing - and it would be perfect for those hot summer days!

Smocked Gingham Sundress

Learn how to create a beautiful smock detail on a dress with this detailed tutorial.

Handmade Weddings

I've been busy putting together another all-encompassing lens - this time it has the best inspiration, ideas and DIY projects for creating a truly unique wedding.

Click here for some wedding eye-candy!

Seared Scallops

For a meal to impress, why not give this 'seared scallops on a bed of fresh English pea and mint puree' a try?

Go here for the recipe.

Choccy Pudding Cups

This recipe uses balloons to create little chocolate bowls - genius!

Bird Mobile

I think I'm the last craft blog in the world not to feature this bird mobile, but better late than never!

Go here to see how they are made.

Fig, Blackberry & Pear Crisps

These individual puddings look absolutely devine, although I've never actually tried figs!

You can find the recipe here.

Faux Gold Objet D'art

This how-to shows you the transformation of random household objects and decorations into luxury objet d'art with a little bit of help from metallic paint. Groovy!

Coconut Macaroons

I've always liked coconut macaroons but haven't yet featured them on my blog - so this post is to change that! This page features a recipe using egg whites and a recipe using condensed milk so that you can compare and contrast. Enjoy :-)

Dahlia Flower Brooch

This pretty brooch design looks so clean and fresh, and it's all made from that trusty favourite, felt :-)

Go here for instructions.

Felt Clown

This little clown is mainly made from little felt circles, and is so sweet. Find the tutorial here.

Fringed Skirt

This how-to shows you how a t-shirt and some jersey fabric can be recycled into a fun fringe skirt.

Twig Push Pins

These twig pins bring a bit of nature indoors, and you can see how they're made by clicking here.

Beach Towel Tote

This tote bag is made from towels and is a super cool way to carry your bits 'n' pieces to the beach this summer!

Vintage Corsage

This beautiful brooch is made using a selection of vintage costume earrings. Click here to see how it's made.

Hanging Rubik's Cubes

These retro Rubik's Cubes make fabulous decorations for your car, and these would be perfect for a funky dad on Father's Day!

Argyle Fleece Throw

This fleece blanket looks so cosy, and I love the Argyle pattern. Click here to see how it's done.

Twine Holder Display

Click here for a funky tutorial on creating the above elegant holders for twine - I love them!

Twig Lantern

I love the rustic look of this twig lantern, and it doesn't need many materials either. Go here for the tute.

Water Splash Photography

The set up for getting this kind of amazing photo yourself is explained here, and it looks like great fun to try.

Glove Squirrel

This tutorial is a neat photo collection showing how to transform one glove into a cute little squirrel!

Hedgehog Pincushion

Pincushions are obviously perfect for being hedgehog shapes, and these are a really cute example. See how to make one here.

Yarn Wrapped Branches

These make a great table centrepiece, and are so cheap and easy!

Go here for the how-to.

Hand-Sewn Monster

This tutorial shows you a really easy way to make your own cute toy, even without a sewing machine.

No-Sew Flowers

These gorgeous fabric flowers don't need any sewing at all so they are a super easy project to make. Go here for the tutorial.

Dry Erase Board

Every home needs a dry erase board, whether it's for daily to-do lists, a sweet message for your roomie or just to remember what food has run out!

Go here for the tutorial.

Reversible Duck to Bunny

This is a genius knitting idea that I have never seen before - the rabbit can be 'reversed' into an adorable yellow duck!

Find the free pattern here.

Peach Cakes

I think the presentation of these peach cakes is so inventive, and they certainly make me think of Summer. Click here for the recipe.

Fake Painting Photographs

Looks like a painting right? But it's actually a real person painted to look like a painting!

I think the effect and the idea is amazing, and it took me a while to figure out they weren't paintings at all!

Have a look at more photos by Alexa Meade here.

Embellished Hoop Earrings

This how-to from Happy Together shows you how to cover hoop earrings in 4 different ways.

Embroidered Love Note

This embroidered message on 'lined paper' is so cute, and this is the first time the person who made it has ever embroidered! So you've got no excuse not to have a go :-)

Faux Suzani Pillow

A Suzani is a certain style of antique embroidered tapestry (I had to look it up on Google!), and that's the style which this felt pillow is inspired by.

Click here for the how-to.

Giveaway Winner!

The winner is comment number 13, NGS! Congratulations! I've e-mailed you :-)

Thanks to all other entries and I hope you visit again soon!

Songbird Softie

These little whimsical fabric birds would make great decorations around the home, and you can see how they're made here.

Button Cookies

These little cookies are so cute and would make a great gift for a craftsperson. Go here for the recipe.

Last Day of the Giveaway!

Remember, the fab earrings giveaway from Fantasy Beader ends at midnight tonight, so get your entry in quick!

Click here for the post :-)

Cranberry Flapjacks

These cranberry oat bars look seriously yummy, and you can find the recipe here.

Washcloth Puppets

These cute puppet monsters are made from washcloths and would be great for the kid's bathtime! Find the how-to here.

Bloomin' Bloomers!

I love these adorable vintage-style bloomers, and you can get the pattern for free, here.

Gift Ideas & Inspiration

If you have to find a gift for someone soon and you need some ideas and inspiration, go to this page to have a look at the best places to buy presents, how to make your own thoughtful gifts, plus general ideas on what to buy for men or women, no matter how much you want to spend.

Hope it proves helpful :-)

Quilled Monogram

I think this project is a really great way to get into quilling - so one day, you may be able to do this!

Surprise Ball

I love this idea for wrapping gifts in crepe paper with tiny gifts in between the layers - it reminds me of playing pass the parcel as a kid!

Paper Clock

The main part of this clock is made simply from a piece of pretty paper!

Click here for the tute.