Trying to make a video tutorial is not as easy when you don’t have the necessary equipment or help on hand. With Christmas around the corner, in a few days really, I had to make something that I can find in one place instead of trying to search on Pinterest or YouTube as I had to with the Origami Star. The next tutorial would be … Continue reading Easy Paper Poinsettia
It did take me longer to write this than it did to sew up the mask. Having to decide or choose which photos to use that would give a clearer instruction on how to sew a mask with a filter pocket, for those who would like to. This is similar to the DIY Face Mask (CP) v.1 with the exception of how the lining is cut. … Continue reading DIY Face Mask (CP) with filter pocket
Have you been hit with disposable surgical masks not being available for purchase or being priced at the high end or simply having to wait an extremely long time for delivery? The general advice from the World Health Organisation (WHO) as well as many medical advisory for the general populace to wear a mask either for personal protection or to protect fellow humans including your … Continue reading DIY Face Mask (CP) v.1
Another project for a birthday present, I come from an extended family, so many family members that I can make gifts for – when I am in the crafting mode or can’t think of what to buy as a gift. The bear modelling the Mermaid’s Tail blanket is Barbara and she will turn 15 in September. My daughter says I need to make her a … Continue reading A Mermaid’s Tail
Thinking of making a reusable bag for a niece’s birthday and came across this. Trying to find the correct instructions on how to fold and sew the origami or bento bag, as it is named, was boggling. Why? Too many photos, too many posts, too many instructions. Finally had to expand the photo instructions from Journal Origami Alena with some trial & error origami folding … Continue reading Origami / Bento Bag
I’ve been busy helping out in a small way in relations to the bush fires in Australia, joining a Facebook (FB) community of crafters in Singapore. Knitting & crotcheting pouches & nests, as well as being a temporary supplies collection/drop-off hub for the group Singapore Animal Rescue Crafters ( SARC). https://www.facebook.com/groups/3914651561893658/ The SARC is a branch-off from the main hub in Australia – the Animal … Continue reading Animal Rescue Crafts
Christmastime means Christmas crafts time. In addition to the Origami Star I’ve ventured into making a few simple paper Christmas trees. Continue reading Christmas Tree
Christmas is coming and I thought it would be ideal to recycle some magazines or catalogues. Stars came into mind as ir represents the Star of Bethlehem leading or guiding the Three Wise Men to the birthplace of Jesus. Stars also represent Hope. Nothing cheers more, well maybe there is, then seeing a bunch of stars hanging down. Reach for a star. Wish upon a … Continue reading Origami Star
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