Whether you’re a newbie or a life-long crafter, a decent set of supplies is necessary to show off your creative side successfully. If you’re spending hours on a project, it should last when you're finished and the right tools can keep your piece looking its best for longer. Stocking up on crafting essentials also means you won’t have to put a pause on your project to order more supplies. With this in mind, stock up on these crafting essentials to kick off your next project the ... VIEW POST

I haven't crafted for a very long time. Every now and again I drag everything out of the craft cupboard. Have a look at it all then end up putting it all back. I don't have a craft room and can't abide the mess of it all over the dining table. I had lost my crafting mojo. Then we went on holiday. I've not been abroad since before having my son and he is 19 so a proper holiday was slightly overdue. Sat on a very idyllic beach idly playing with the sand I saw hundreds of tiny ... VIEW POST

One of the newer craft materials I have come to really enjoy working with is polymer clay. It’s a clay that, well to state the obvious, is made with plastics. I don’t know the exact science of it but I do know it’s like plasticine for adults. But the fun part is you can set it by cooking it and your creative skills stay as they are. Its popular with those who make dollhouse miniatures and for jewelry making. I use it to make Christmas tree ornaments and fairy houses. I love making fairy ... VIEW POST

I normally get so excited when starting a new project that before I know its finished and I forgot to take any pics of how something was made. Nearly happened on this one too but hopefully, I can explain the steps before the picture. So I wanted a fairy castle which was all Christmassy and had sparkle and fairy lights and looks magical. And not cost the same price as a real castle. Last week I made two small ones using polymer clay and they do look lovely but polymer clay is a little ... VIEW POST

I originally posted about my clay gnomes over on my craft blog but soon discovered multiple blogs isn't good for my sanity and also figured it could be something you could try with children. After making the giant fairy castle in air dry clay I did have some clay left over. I stored it in an air dry container till I figured out what I would make with it. I contemplated cones with stars cut out but on a quick attempt they looked rather wobbly and didn’t fill me ... VIEW POST