When I was sent a knitted bunny pattern on Pinterest I was so inspired. I love surprising materials and also accessible crafts! I wanted to make an owl for my daughter's harry potter lock down party. When searching for a knitting pattern I discovered the amazingly talented Claire Garland's work. I've been a fan ever… Continue reading Knitting a puppy: A course on Domestika, by Claire Garland.
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How to Make a Cactus Pin Cushion: Step-by-Step Video Guide
A fun video tutorial of how to make a cactus pin cushion. I have made these for my classroom. The students love using them. I used felt to create this cactus, and plain stuffing. You could use wire wool in them. This helps keep your pins sharp. I used a normal plastic plant pot, and… Continue reading How to Make a Cactus Pin Cushion: Step-by-Step Video Guide
Comic Book Day Crafts
It's Comic Book day! Zap, Pow, Boom! Check out my comic book shoes tutorial, they are still going strong. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiXo4qPaJJ0&t=15s I put together a pin boards of comic book inspired crafts. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/enagreen/comic-book-crafts/
Talk Like a Pirate Day
Arrrrrgggghhh Mi hearties, Its Talk like a Pirate day today, here are a few pirate crafts I found on Pinterest. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/enagreen/pirate-crafts/
Mister Finch: Fantastical Textile Creatures and Workshops | Inspired by Nature
I've been a fan of Mister Finch from the moment I saw on oversized moth on Pinterest. Mister Finch is a self taught textiles artist who creates fantastical creature from found and repurposed materials. His work is full of texture, and childlike wonder. He creates these imaginative creatures and has turned them into several beautifully… Continue reading Mister Finch: Fantastical Textile Creatures and Workshops | Inspired by Nature
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Harry Potter lock down party
So my daughter turned 11 in the middle of the Coronavirus pandemic, so all plans had to change, and when we had already been inside in self isolation for two weeks already the ideas for entertainment were running a little thin. She really likes the Easter egg treasure trail I normally do at Easter so… Continue reading Harry Potter lock down party