handmade Archives

handmade Christmas decoration roundup

Make Christmas extra special by making your own Christmas decorations.

gifts for men–12 weeks of christmas crafting roundup

Ideas and inspiration for handmade gifts for the men in your life.

gifts for teenagers–12 days of christmas crafting round up

Handmade gifts for teenagers impossible? Not quite. Here are some handmade gift ideas, particularly useful for tech gadgets.

gifts for children – 12 days of christmas crafting round up

A round up of links of things to make for children for Christmas presents.

for the home–12 days of christmas crafting round up

The first post in the 12 Days of Christmas Crafting round up. Here are some home decor ideas to springboard your own Christmas gift making inspiration.

keeping young kids amused round up

A round up of activities for young kids (toddlers to preschool age).

tip tuesday–frugal toasted sandwich press

Don’t have a sandwhich press? Try this easy and free tip for ‘pressed’ toasted sandwhiches.

tip tuesday–taking a plate

This idea doubles as a personalised yet inexpensive gift and a way of taking a plate to a function without worrying about bringing the plate home.

up-cycled pallet roundup – transforming old pallets

I always think it’s such a shame to waste things. This roundup is of furniture and other lovely things made from old wooden pallets and other bits of reclaimed wood.

kitchen towel tutorial round up

Tea towels, dish towels, kitchen towels: no matter what you call them, a nice towel makes a kitchen look more homely and a handmade towel makes a great gift.