Make an adorable FOE headband with Shabby Flowers or any fabric flowers you have one hand. They are a delightful addition to any accessory stash. They are quick and easy to whip up and can be colour matched with many outfits. FOE Headband with Shabby Flowers You will need: 2 x Fabric Flowers Bling button […]
Do you have a stash of fold over elastic (FOE) and not sure what else to make with it? Why not make Fold Over Elastic Hair Ties and Headbands. The lovely Kelly from Be a Fun Mum was generous enough to host our tutorial on how to make DIY Fold Over Elastic Hair Ties A […]
I love flowers made from ribbon. This Amelia Flower Ribbon tutorial can be made with satin or grosgrain ribbon – they simply look stunning. Once made they can be used as hair accessories, decorations on presents or embellishments for cards. Add a clip to the back and it will double as decoration and fashion accessory. […]
Fold over elastic is a wonderfully versatile elastic. Making a plaited FOE Hair Tie is only one of it’s many uses. Crafters use it on clothing, making hair accessories or simply putting up their hair with a knotted piece of FOE. These lovely plaited FOE hair ties take simple knotted FOE Hair ties to another […]
Fabric Covered Plastic Headbands Fabric covered headbands are a quick and easy project to whip up. There are many hair accessories that can be made from your fabric offcuts. Whether they are unique pieces, to match an outfit or attach to a project there is something for everyone. Fabric covered headbands and a quick and […]
The handmade thrill: sitting down to create an amazing handmade project and getting that little buzz knowing it’s going to be amazing. We get it. It’s how Sarah Lauren ended up being Australia’s largest supplier of grosgrain ribbons – we LOVE handmade. Here are some lessons we learned from the early days creating beautiful hair […]
In honour of the 100th anniversary of the landings at Gallipoli we have created a Ribbon Poppy Flower that can be worn year after year on 25 April (or any day really!) Ribbon Poppy Flower Tutorial To make the Ribbon Poppy Flower you will need: 37.5cm of 75mm Red Double faced satin ribbon (38mm ribbon […]
It was suggested to me to make something crafty for “Light it Up Blue” for Autism Awareness. I thought this Five Point Star Flower Tutorial would be ideal to whip up a few for friends to wear during April. Kids could call them starfish or you can bling them up with a few buttons. Attach […]
Each Easter I like to give gifts that do not involve chocolate. Chocolate is a great gift but an Easter Egg Hair Clip will make a lovely addition to the chocolate haul. They would also look great on an Easter Card. What you will need to make the Easter Egg Hair Clip 6 different colours […]
How To Attach Flat Back Rhinestone Buttons Every girl loves a bit of ‘bling’ and rhinestone buttons are the easiest, and cheapest, way to add some sparkle to your life. Flat back buttons are the perfect choice for projects where traditional buttons – with the handy sewing nook/shank at the back – may tip down […]
Printed ribbon can easily turn something plain into something special. There is simply no easier way to make your craft projects totally amazing. From clothing to hair accessories, to that perfectly wrapped gift, our top 10 colourful designs are inspiring and exciting! Tasteful ribbons for every occasion! 1. Easter Bunny Ribbon is a must for everything […]
Make a Ballet Bun Wrap for the little girl who loves to have their long hair groomed into a bun. Whether they are trying to look like a ballerina or just to keep their long hair out of the way. Shabby flowers are a delight to use as they are soft and pliable when stitching […]
Grosgrain Ribbon Versus Satin Ribbon Ribbons, ribbons and more ribbons! Grosgrain ribbon versus satin ribbon – they’re both beautiful, so which should you choose? Make sure you select the right ribbon for your next sewing or craft project with our helpful ribbon guide. Pick the right one first time! What’s the project? A garment or […]
Make your own Loom Band Charms Loom bands have invaded our house! Kids are having so much fun. Inviting friends over then sitting around the table making loom bracelets, loom decorations and so on. Now they need Loom Band Charms. Yes you can buy them ready made but the beader in me said I have […]
When you buy craft supplies online, you save time and money on your creative projects. Really good craft stores are few and far between these days, and visiting your local store can be quite an expedition. Make life easier and discover why shopping online for craft supplies is the perfect solution. All your creative and […]
Have you ever make a gorgeous bow and when you try to recreate it you can’t remember how exactly it looked or what length ribbon you used. There is nothing worse than wasting time reinventing the bow and trying to remember how much you used or what you charged. Use a Bow Making Information Sheet […]
Oh I think I am in love! This new print has to be my absolute favourite. With swirls and dots and paisley shapes in different shades of pink ranging from light to dark it can be used to coordinate with some many colours. It has been printed on white grosgrain ribobn. Introducing “Pretty Paisley” Printed […]
How I started my business and why I continue Some of you may know a little about me already. My name is Janine. In 2003, when I had trouble finding nice clips and accessories for my hair, I began to make my own Swarovski Crystal clips. Not long after, I started to make bows out […]
Our Lace Gathered Flower Tutorial makes the cutest little flowers. There is just something about lace that makes any project radiate prettiness. Metallic lace is an attractive addition to any project and lends itself wonderfully to these Gathered Lace Flowers. Instructions to make a Lace Gathered Flower This project is simple enough for someone with […]
Sometimes you need a quick and easy Ribbon Gathered Carnation to add to a project. Ribbon gathered flowers are quick to whip up when you don’t have a lot of time. Materials needed to make a Ribbon Gathered Carnation 1 m x 22mm grosgrain or satin ribbon felt circle needle thread scissors hot glue gun […]