I really enjoy the comfortable feel of shabby chic and cottage style decorating.
Combining a mismatch of pretty florals, checks and spots creates a relaxed casual style that is easy to live with….
Especially when you combine your favourite pastels palette.
This week I’ve ...
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Handmade Projects for Creating a Spring Cottage
Filed Under: cottage, Faux Patchwork, Free printable, handmade, homemade, inspiration, Shabby Chic
One of the things I love about Spring is how easy it is to brighten up your decor.
As you know, I’m all about the neutral white background for decorating, which is the perfect backdrop for adding a splash of colour with accessories.
So, I’ve grouped together a few of my handmade projects and ...
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Create, Bake, Grow and Gather # 261
Filed Under: Create, Bake, Grow & Gather Party
Welcome friends! Do you love homemade, home baked, home grown and all things gathered? Then please join us each week for… I’m loving our weekly ‘homemade’ get-together and being able to see everyone’s crafty projects, recipes and make-overs. Don’t forget to PIN directly from the original ...
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DIY Vintage Sewing Needle Book
Filed Under: DIY, E-Patterns, handmade, homemade, Shabby Chic, Tutorial, Vintage Tagged With: vintage needle book
I’ve made a lot of craft projects over the years, but there are a few that remain absolute favourites.
Back in 2012 I designed and made this vintage look needle book.
I still use it every week in my studio.
It appeals to me on many levels… it’s got a shabby, vintage time ...
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Handmade Shabby Chic Mother’s Day Card
Filed Under: DIY, Free printable, handmade, homemade, Shabby Chic, Tutorial Tagged With: Mother's Day Card
I believe there is something very special about making and receiving handmade cards.
Being able to craft an unique, one-of-a-kind greeting card is almost a gift in itself… and when it’s made with love, it is more meaningful to the recipient too.
Given the choice, I’d always prefer to give ...
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Free Vintage Bird Postcard Printable
Filed Under: Free printable, homemade, printable, roses, Vintage Tagged With: Vintage Postcard
This week I’ve been working on creating a collection of postcards and greeting cards to build up my stockpile again.
I like to have a box filled with cards, so when an occasion arises and I need to pop ‘a little something’ in the post, I can simply pull out a ready made card.
There are some of ...
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