Make: paper decorations using cup cake wrappers
I found instructions for these decorations on the internet and decided to have a go myself. They are made from cup cake wrappers and brilliant for Christmas decorations, or for dressing up a party. In fact there are lots of great things you can make with cup cake wrappers, check out this Pinterest board for … Read more
Make: paper doilie bowls
Really quick and easy, these delicate little bowls make great decorative items. You will need Paper doilies A bowl Cling film PVA glue Water Paintbrush Bowl to mix glue and water in Newspaper or scrap paper I’ve used both plain and decorated doilies. The coloured ones were left over from stencilling some tote bags - … Read more
Make: stencilled embroidery hoop artwork
A quick and easy way to make some great looking artwork for your home. You will need Embroidery hoops Fabric – thick cotton canvas Dylon fabric paint Acetate Craft knife Cutting mat Stiff paint brush Computer and printer (or some letter stencils) Pinking shears Staple gun Firstly measure you embroidery hoop and decide what letter … Read more
Make: a photo display board
Really simple and attractive way of displaying photos and other little bits and pieces you want to show off (without having to ruin them with pins!). I put this together after getting some of my holiday snaps printed and not knowing what to do with them! You will need A pin board – I picked … Read more
Make name tags from oven bakeable clay
These cute little name tags are easy-peasy to make and can be used in a whole host of ways from wine glass charms to table place names. Why not try them wrapped around a napkin as part of a wedding table setting or as personalised gift tags for your presents? You need: Oven bake clay … Read more
Make pretty decorated eggs for Easter
I had great fun decorating these little eggs, and it was quick and easy too! I chose to hard-boil the eggs, you can blow them but it’s a little bit more complicated and time consuming. These eggs are purely for decoration and should not be gobbled! Melted crayon egg Once boiled, work quickly on the … Read more
