It’s that crazy in-between weather here in Australia – winter is almost over and spring is teasing us with little hints of warmer temperatures. Sometimes it’s so hard to figure out what to dress your little miss in. So we went in search of the perfect long sleeve but light weight, and of course handmade, dress. What do you think of our below finds?
Do you need some pampering? I know I would love some. A long soak in the tub with some of these lotions and potions, with a sweet smelling candle burning in the background – sounds wonderful.
These finds make a perfect gift idea for someone special – for a birthday present, Mother’s Day, a special thank you gift or even to just treat yourself.
All these goodies are sourced from Australian businesses and crafters.
My two favourite things about winter – digging out my huge scarf collection and snuggling up with a heat pack! All cosy on the lounge with a good book and a cup of coffee or tea.. Oh yes, that’s where I want to be right now.
Hmmm, unless it’s a hot summers day where you are reading this and you are thinking that the pack should really be COLD!
How great would it be if a pack can do both – and that’s exactly what the Jazminbell pack range do- they function as both heat and cold packs. How great is that – you can use them all year round.
The led up to spring is an inspiring time don’t you think! With the coming promise of lovely weather, warm breezes, blooming flowers and walking around in bare feet! Yay! It’s the perfect time to start thinking about what you are going to have on your sewing table for spring!
One Thimble magazine has certainly got you covered on this front with their latest issue (Issue 12) jam-packed with beautiful watercolour and spring sewing patterns. There are 10 PDF patterns all ready to inspire you to sew up a storm (and from beginner up to more advanced levels too).
The patterns range from gorgeous flowing skirts for ladies, cute bow ties for the kids, party dresses for girls and the cutest little unisex romper. You can see all the patterns listed below – how gorgeous are the photos! (The beautiful imagery is from Poetic Light Photography.)
Each pattern can be purchased individually, or purchase the whole of Issue 12 and get all the pdf patterns plus 25 other helpful sewing articles, tutorials and interviews. Full details below –
Knitting can be a really great hobby to start. It’s generally a soothing way to spend your time and you have the added advantage of having something to show for your endeavour at the end of it. If you really enjoy knitting, and find you have a talent for it, you will be amazed at the variety of garments and gifts you can produce.
If you are only just starting out in the world of knitting you may be wondering what different types of knitting tarn you are able to buy. In fact, even experienced knitters may not be aware of all the different types of yarn that are on the market. Here are some of the yarns that you may want to make use of while you are knitting.