What is decoupage? Decoupage is a popular craft, which can be used to create many beautiful projects. The word originates from the French 'Decouper' - to cut out. Decoupage work can be flat, for example...
About this Guide:I have written this guide to help you when purchasing a second hand knitting machine. I am seeing an increasing number of people who have purchased a machine without seeing a good set of...
Baking Fimo Soft in a Gas Oven - For Beginners!! I am writing this guide so that others don't get caught out as I was!!! When I was new to Fimo I made a dreadful mistake after unsucessfully searching the net...
This guide does what it says on the tin, it's a GUIDE and is not set in stone, if you have different ideas then please pass them on ! Cross stitch embroidery is really very simple. It is a means of...
CHOOSING A WOOL FLEECE FOR HANDSPINNING Whether you are a complete novice, or have been spinning for years, there is nothing nicer than opening a new bag of fleece. There is a huge variety of wools to choose...
Many people ask the difference between Computer Generated charts, and so called normal charts. I will do my best to explain. The main difference is in the detail, which is like sewing a photo, and that a...
I have recently taken up free-style embroidery again (haven't done any for quite a few years) and have gone absolutely mad buying embroidery silks, transfers and other items on ebay. Now I know for many of you...
The brilliance of making our own Christmas cards hits us all at some point - usually as a cheaper alternative when queuing up to pay for several boxes. The reality is something else entirely. For the...
How to use Fantasy Fibre for stunning craft projects: "Make your own non-woven fabric out of dazzling Fantasy Fibre. Glue it, stamp it, cut it, die cut it and sew it. Add mystical embellishments to cards,...
Princess Jewellery's guide to making a beaded wrapped wire link or drop.Difficulty level: Level 1 - Beginner (For explanation of ratings please see bottom of this guide)Time: 5 minutes I chose to make a...