Fed up of sitting on an uncomfortable computer chair? Why not make your own DIY chair cover? What you'll need: Chair cushions x 2Fabric slightly larger than your cushionSewing machine (Optional)ThreadNeedleFabric ShearsPins Let's get started! The first step is to make sure the fabric you want to use is wider than your cushions. For my… Continue reading DIY Chair Cover
Getting ready to go back to school or venturing off to University? This great little DIY will get you back on track and also spruce up your room with a pop of colour! What you'll need: 1 cork matFabric of your choiceCompassPaperPencilScissorsPVA glue Let's get started! To make the stencil, measure the diameter of your… Continue reading Fabric Mouse Mat
If, like me, you struggle to sleep unless it's pitch back, try making your very own fabric eye mask to block out the light during the night! What you'll need: PaperPencilScissorsFabric shearsFabric of your choicePinsElasticSewing machine Let's get started! Let's start with the pattern! First, take a few measurements from your face: the length across… Continue reading Fabric Eye Mask
Getting ready to go back to school? Try making our easy toiletry bag tutorial to keep your toiletries all in one place! What you'll need: A4 paperPencilRulerScissorsTwo different cotton fabricsCalico1 zipperPinsSewing machineIronNeedleThread Let's get started! Let's start with the pattern! To begin, use the photos below to draw out your pattern. I have included all… Continue reading DIY Toiletry Bag
Hello everyone, welcome back! This week I'll be sharing with you a great sewing project! Perfect for keeping your house cool during Summer! What you'll need: Fabric shearsBlack and white threadPinsSewing machineGlueSmall needleTemplatePattern drafting paper or thin plain paperPencil StuffingSand - I used 1kg Hot glue gunFour different fabrics: main body, wings, eyes & feet… Continue reading Fabric Polka Dot Owl Doorstop
Need a new hair accessory? Want to make your own? Then follow this easy tutorial on how to make your very own elasticated headband! What you'll need: One fat quarter of your chosen fabric (I used two fat quarters because I wanted a different pattern to make it reversible)Paper pattern/template15cm of thick elasticFabric shearsPencilScissorsPins Let's… Continue reading Elasticated Headband
Hello! Welcome back to another DIY blog post! This week we'll be making small wall organisers made from an old pair of jeans. What we'll need: Denim jeansEmbroidery hoop - I used a 7" hoopFabric shearsGlue gun/needle and thread . Let's get started! Spread out your jeans on a flat surface and place the inside… Continue reading Denim Pocket Organisers
Planning an Easter egg hunt? Make this cute fabric basket as a great way to hold all of your treats! What we'll need: Rope/cord 15 metresFabric - I've used five different pastel shades of cotton polka dot, roughly a fat quatre of eachFabric shearsSewing machine - not necessary but it speeds up the processThreadHot glue… Continue reading Easter Egg Basket
Fancy personalising your room that little bit more? Why not make your own completely unique cup coasters? Here's what you'll need to get started: Fabric (I've used three different ones: felt and cotton)Circle template (diametre of 12cm)Fabric shearsCottonBobbinNeedleSewing machine Our first step is to cut out all of our fabric pieces. I will be making… Continue reading Fabric Cup Coasters
Finding your notebook uninspiring? Kick start your imagination with a little bit of fabric! We are going to re-cover a journal! What you'll need: NotebookFabric (enough so there is 2cm left around all of the edge of the notebook)Fabric shearsPVA gluePaint brush . Our first step is to choose our fabric! The fabric I have… Continue reading Fabric Covered Notebook
A Box of Buttons 