- Before you start - If you have decided to make your own wedding favours, there are a few things you may wish to consider before selecting a style. Cost - how much do you wish to spend on each favour? Time -...
In this guide we've pulled together some handy tips and ideas for decorating on a budget. We've focused here on how you can save on your flowers and table decoration, a part of the wedding budget that can so...
Peel off stickers are a very versatile crafting accessory. Here are just a few ideas for using them: - Apply to your project, then colour in the sticker using your choice from a variety of materials -...
If you are looking for an new creative / craft interest I can recommend ATC's or Artist Trading Cards. These are cards that you decorate in any way you like and swap with others. The only stipulation is that...
Anyone who makes greeting cards or scrapbooks will know just how expensive it can be buying all the lovely little things that make their items look good. Here are just a few tips to help you save your hard...
Here are some tips I picked up along the way 1. Try stamping on a lap tray I find you get a much clearer result, or you can just use a cutting board. Don't rock the stamp or it will smudge. Press firmly. 2....
Don't bother buying hand/foot casting kits when they can be easily done at home with playdough and polyfiller (or plaster of paris). One of the mum's at my local playgroup told me about this, and it works a...
Buying a kiln for jewellery making - a few guidelines. Having bought several jewellery kilns I thought that I might be able to point potential buyers in the right direction when choosing one and hopefully...
1. Use a craft knife and not scissors, as it is a lot quicker and accurate 2. Practise under-cutting a technique where the craft knife is held at an angle and used to cut under the paper, this will held any...
Guide to Glow in the Dark Products This guide has been written by The International Shop of Mystery to help you to get the best from your glow in the dark products. At The International Shop of Mystery we...