This toy was made using recycled denim. I am currently working on a few sewing projects using denim. I needed a bit of practice using, and getting to grips with a new(ish) sewing machine! I am using recycled denim jeans for all my projects and posting the images as ideas and inspiration. Full tutorials/patterns will Read More
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Denim Rabbit, recycled denim sewing project.
This denim rabbit was sewn using the legs from recycled jeans using Simplicity Pattern number S9441. The pattern pieces were cut from two different colour legs. If you were making the rabbit with normal fabric you would just fold a large piece and then face the pattern whichever way the instructions state but I only Read More
Knitted Tree Star Tags
A quick knit for an idea to decorate presents, parcels, bottles or hang on the tree. You can use the finished item as it is or you can knit 2 and sew them together with a small amount of stuffing in-between, this gives a 3d version which looks more like a star. There are so Read More
Large Gnome for all Seasons Knitting Pattern
Large gnome for all Seasons, Knit yourself a decorative gnome whatever the weather and whichever the season…. the gnome is sure to get a smile! This ones a proper stash buster and a bit larger than my normal patterns, I wanted the gnome to be a talking piece for you to make seasonal arrangements using Read More
Little Knitted Toppers – Gnome, Snowman, Reindeer, Santa and Gingerbread Characters
All In One Knit – no separate hats, no stuffing and minimal sewing. Five little characters with multiple ways to display or use. All in one little character knits creating useful decorations. These toppers are knit in one piece, features added and then seamed, no separate hats. They don’t need any stuffing as they stand Read More
Decorative Pumpkins Beginner Friendly Quick Knit
I am currently working on patterns for the upcoming season but wanted to share a quick pumpkin knitting pattern with you. I have created these using a thicker yarn so they are fast to knit if you wanted to do a few for a display or knit a small bowl of them. They are a Read More
Mickey Crochet Hanging Ornament
Everyone loves the mouse!. I recently made some hanging scented bags and wanted something a bit different. This is a crochet pattern/amigurumi style worked in continuous rounds. It can be made with or without the hanging cord. Size of finished hanging ornament from ear to foot is around 12/13cm – 5 inches. Materials used in Read More
Denim Storage Basket Bowls – 10 minute make tutorial
These denim storage basket bowls are a quick and easy make using scraps of denim and any other fabric you may have. Full tutorial on how to make them are in this post, they really do take 10 minutes. I watch crafters on you tube and am always fascinated by how organised some of you Read More
Knitted Little Monsters
Knitted little monsters, a fun quick knit. These monsters are knitted in one piece and seamed at the side, the features are then knitted and added to each monster. There are three designs in the pattern. The pattern has knitting and sewing instructions with images to achieve the monsters shown. A great little knit for Read More
Knitted Frog Pattern
Knitted Frog Pattern using stash or leftover yarn. I have a stash of green yarn and the obvious frog came to mind. I have designed this pattern to be be a fun stash knit using any green dk yarn with a small amount of yellow for the mouth. Images shown used 3.25mm needles. Sitting height Read More