School holiday classes are here again. I’m excited for the kids to attend fun classes here in the studio. This is an opportunity for them to meet new friends and craft together in a friendly and relaxed environment. It’s also an opportunity for them to be away from the screen. Here’s the line up of […]
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School holiday fun is here again. Hello and Happy New Year to all. I hope that you had a wonderful Christmas break and that the New Year brings you and your family renewed hope and continued blessings. I had a good Christmas break and am now refreshed and ready to share crafting ideas with the […]
Pancakes and strawberries felt toys have a special place in my heart because I started out as a toymaker. When my sons were little their toys were soft and warm to the touch. Since they like play food, I made them pancakes & strawberries. It kept them busy playing the waiter, serving each other pancakes. […]
Felt tablet and device cover is a boredom buster during the school holidays. Personalise and add whimsy to your sewing project by using the shaker card technique. I love that felt doesn’t fringe and unravel like fabric so this eliminates the need to tidy up loose fibres. Here’s how: Measure and cut to size 2 […]
This baby owl sewing project is adorable and so easy. Here is a project for the kids (and for yourself too) to make during the school holidays. Hang them anywhere – as a keychain, bag accessory or attach it to a long necklace. Kids can make it for themselves, for mum or a friend. Also, […]
This hoop embroidery sewing project is another boredom buster during the school holidays. The kids will love how easy and enjoyable it is. Moreover, it doesn’t require expensive and hard to find materials. Begin by gathering your supplies: small embroidery hoops small piece of fabric to fit the embroidery hoop. A little extra fabric is […]
Hand-stitched notebook is an easy project to assemble. It’s another boredom buster for you and the kids during the school holidays. Chances are, you already have the supplies in your craft box. First thing to do is to gather your materials – A4 paper, printed or Designer Series Paper, paper piercing tool, needle, thread, multi-purpose […]
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Pin Cushion Magnet
Pin cushion magnet is a fun sewing project during the school holidays. This is another boredom buster that doesn’t require a lot of materials nor effort to complete. First, gather your materials: fabric scraps toy stuffing needle thread magnet glue stick heat gun buttons or flowers for embellishment. Here’s how: Trace petals on your fabric. […]
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Owl Coin Bank Inspiration
This owl coin bank inspiration is a cute sewing project that’s fun to make. My lovely owl is back, this time as a coin bank. It’s a great project and boredom buster for you and the kids during the school holidays. How does it work? The owl lays flat but the more coins are put […]
School holiday craft classes are by special request only. Make it a fun parent and child activity to escape the boredom of being at home all day. Recommended minimum age for the projects is 8 years old. I have a lot of fun and gorgeous paper craft and sewing projects to choose from: Mini-journal – […]
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Refashioned Business Shirt
Refashioned business shirt is a fun school holiday sewing project that you and the kids will enjoy. If you have old business or button down shirts that you no longer need, it’s a great idea to repurpose them and give them a fresh lease on life. How about turning it into a breezy summer top? […]
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Simple Sewing Projects
Simple sewing projects are always a hit during the school holidays. They are fantastic boredom busters and are also suitable for beginners. I believe that it is a skill that one must learn because it’s a wonderful creative outlet, but also practical for mending clothes. I learned how to use a pedal power Singer sewing […]
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Owl and Sleep Dolls
Owl and sleep dolls are gorgeous sewing projects during the school holidays. They are perfect for both beginners and avid sewers. The owl has a special pocket at the back for tucking in special notes. It also serves as a tooth fairy pocket. If you’ve already made the owl in class before, the sleep doll […]