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Testimonial Time

If you are thinking about booking a course with us, here is some feedback that we have had from our most recent Absolute Beginners Make Friends with your Sewing Machine Class “Just a quick message to say a very big Continue reading →

Books Review & GiveAway Simple Crochet and Simple Sewing

Kickstart your handmade Christmas by taking inspiration from these two new titles, from the Creative Makers series, published by Octopus Press. See the end of this post for details of how to win these books. Simple Crochet by Sara Sinaguglia Continue reading →

5 Rather Good Projects for Buttons

We meet so many fellow hoarders at the fairs and events we attend: fabric lovers, ribbon stashers and of course, button enthusiasts. We meet people who confess to having a habit, but who just can’t resist just one more piece Continue reading →

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Intergalactic Leggings Tutorial

Galaxy prints were all over the AW12 runways and are now in store. You can have fun making your own unique versions following our tutorial below Important – you will be handling a hazardous chemical BLEACH – ensure an adult Continue reading →

Online Shop Launching Soon

Although we seem to have been telling people this for the last few months, we really are about to launch our online shop, which will be stocking all sorts of delights for your crafting habits. Look out for beautiful ribbons, Continue reading →

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CoolCrafting Jubilations

It’s been a long time since I posted anything – it genuinely feels like stage fright! So in an attempt to get back into the blogging habit I thought I would pop on some of the Jubilee themed products that Continue reading →

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CoolCrafting LoveBirds Kit

One of our latest Make Me Crafting Kits are the Love Birds. Further to the success of the Little Owl kit, I decided to convert our birds into a kit as well. Each Jam Jar contains two contrasting felt colours Continue reading →

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Bob’s Project – Upcycled Cushion Bag

It’s been a while – so long that I had better explain -Bob’s Project is about upcycling the things we don’t use into things we will. I was hunting for something in the cellar, when I came across these cushion Continue reading →

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Blackpool Rocks!

A day out in Blackpool, primarily to discuss a new Craft Awards scheme that is being set up . Afterwards, it was important to go and see the sights… Photographs - thanks to the wonderful Grace x

Knitted Turban Tutorial

The headband is Accessories big news this winter. Functional and good looking, it keeps ears warm whilst being part of this season’s trends. We have been using up left over yarn to make Christmas presents. This is a very easy Continue reading →

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CoolCrafting Adorable Owl Cushions

There is a huge woodland trend in the crafting (and fashion) world, with some lovely makes inspired by the softer creatures, such as deer, foxes and rabbits. However, probably the most influencial creature at the moment is the Owl. With Continue reading →

CoolCrafting Doggy Doorstops

In our week of blogs featuring the products we are making, today we are having a Doggy Doorstop moment. This was probably one of the first products we developed when CoolCrafting was born. We recognised the doorstop was going to Continue reading →

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