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You may have noticed that I’ve been enjoying cross stitching this year. I’ve lost count of all the little cross stitching projects I’ve finished. Well, I’ve just completed another one! This time, it was a monstera design, which was perfect for me, as I’m a proud owner of an indoor jungle, including two lush monstera plants.
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The April weather in London this year has been rather uninviting, and that means one thing: more indoor time for crafts! This time, I decided to try some soap making, with a DIY melt and pour soap making kit. It turned out to be super easy, quick, and not messy at all. A perfect little project for a rainy afternoon.
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I typically summarise all of my handmade cards in a single post each year, but I decided to make an exception this time. I recently made DIY card for Mother’s Day, which falls of May 26th in Poland. The card was a mixed-media and mixed-technique project and I tried a few things not knowing if they would work – but they did! I’m super happy with the result and thought I would share the process, in hopes it inspires someone to experiment with various methods and supplies in their cardmaking.
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If you thought I’d be done with cross stitching by now, surprise! My addiction continues strong as ever. This time, I completed probably the quickest design to date – a cute flamingo. With just four colours and a straightforward design, it only took me one afternoon to complete.
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If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you probably know that I love trying out new crafts. I have a fair amount of experience with paper quilling under my belt, I’ve recently been in love with cross stitching, but I have also done loads of drawing, painting, and more. This time, I decided to have a go at working with plaster of Paris, with a Terrazzo Crafts DIY Kit. Come and see how it went.
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Surprise surprise! I’ve completed yet another cross stitch project – who would have thought, right? A few months have passed since I found this new hobby and I’m still thoroughly enjoying it. I even managed to infect my sister with this cross stitching bug, and now we’re stitching together! I flew back home for Easter holidays and my sister surprised me with a cross stitch kit that she had bought for me, and it was a perfect project for the holiday period. Let me present my latest completed cross stitch project – a vibrant hummingbird.
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Hello, fellow crafters! You may have noticed my newfound love for sewing recently, especially cross stitching. I have loved buying DIY cross stitch kits with pre-assorted supplies. Today, I want to share another one of them. With Easter just around the corner, I loved working on this Easter bunny cross stitch design.
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Hey there, fellow crafters! With Easter just around the corner, I decided to get into the spirit of the season by trying my hand at a cute and cuddly Easter craft – making a small felt bunny ornament! I recently got my hands on a craft kit for this adorable project, and let me tell you, it was a delightful – though short – experience from start to finish. You can use this as an inspiration for making your own felt bunny ornaments, in case you can’t get your hands on a kit like mine.
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Hey stitching pals! So, after completing the fox and cactus mini cross stitch projects, I recently embarked on another cross stitch journey. Armed with a kit depicting two vibrant parrots nestled amongst blooming flowers, I dove headfirst into the world of intricate stitching. Let me tell you, it was a rollercoaster ride of colours, challenges, and a heartbreaking loss (RIP, beloved threader).
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With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you may find yourself in need of a last-minute card that screams ‘I care’. Fear not, fellow procrastinators, for I’ve got the perfect solution – a DIY Valentine’s Day card that’s as quick as it is charming. All you need are some colourful Sharpie pens, a sheet of paper, and a trusty black pen. So, grab your supplies and let’s dive into this expressively heartwarming adventure!
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