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Apr 26, 2025

Hook and loop fastening is great to use in cushion covers.

hook side of velcro

Another versatile fastening is Velcro which is a hook and loop fastening and can be used in place of zips.

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Apr 26, 2025

Knitting for babies is such a lovely thing to do.

baby stuff

What could be more special to give a newborn than some handmade knitting for babies.

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Apr 26, 2025

Making decorative cushions turns the plain into interesting.

Cushions come in all shapes, sizes and look. Making decorative cushions isn't too hard.

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Apr 26, 2025

Sewing crafts are great ways to show off many complex skills.

heart lap quilt

Want to try something different? There are many types of sewing crafts to learn and conquer.

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Apr 26, 2025

Make a pet cushion for your four legged friends.

Finished cat bed

Why not try making a pet cushion for your pet's wicker or plastic bed.

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Apr 25, 2025

Tips all about sewing, with help and instructions

Silver sewing machine

Getting to know all about sewing is the first stage of cushion making and a great way to start.

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May 14, 2023

Beads used as decoration have such a dramatic effect.

pearl beads

Highlight some fabric design with beads

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May 11, 2023

Crochet hooks are used instead of needles in this craft.

set of Crochet hooks

Start at the beginning with learning to hold the crochet hooks.

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Feb 08, 2023

How to knit cables. Some help and advice

band of cable knitting

Knitting can produce some lovely and intricate patterns using simple stitches. Learning how to knit cables will give a lot more.

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Jan 02, 2023

Decrease a stitch in knitting to have less number of stitches.

start of slip stitch

When garments are knitted there will be a stage where you have to decrease a stitch in knitting. This will shape the garment.

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Dec 30, 2022

How to increase in knitting. Making more stitches as you knit.

Knitting needle and wool

Once you have mastered casting on, casting off and some knitting stitches. You may need to know how to increase in knitting.

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Sep 26, 2020

The crochet chain is the starting point for any crochet item.

slipkknot start

Making the crochet chain is for doing straight crochet, granny squares or crochet circles.

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Sep 25, 2020

The double crochet stitch can be used to make many things.

Double Crochet Stitch

When learning to crochet the double crochet stitch is the first one to master.

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Mar 05, 2020

Sewing seams - some different ways this can be done.

a sewn seam

The art of sewing seams is at the centre of making clothes and other items. These hold everything in place and can be decorative.

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Feb 28, 2020

how to crochet for beginners, some steps and stitches.

holding a crochet hook

How to crochet for beginners is a great way to learn this craft and make some great items.

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