Who doesn’t love a good pot of tea,and who doesn’t love a teapot cosy? Whether a tea lover is English or not, one of the most common accessories found tucked away in their cupboards is a cosy. The covers act as warming sweaters or hats to retain heat inside the pot and do wonders for… Continue reading The Art of Teapot Cosies: How To Make One & Why You Want To
Tag: home decor
WIP’s Away
We all have a corner of shame, that hidden place where all our WIP’s (works on progress)hang out. Mine is in a corner tucked behind a chair in the craft room and has got so full its spilling out into the room. So, last week i decided the time had come to take it in… Continue reading WIP’s Away
Showing Off
Where I live in Lancashire, we have an annual agricultural show, The Great Eccleston Show, and it is a pretty big deal locally. Now I have lived in Elswick for 25 years and have only been a handful of times. This year, I received an e-mail from the show secretary with a link to their… Continue reading Showing Off
13 years and counting…
I got quite a surprise when this popped up on Facebook today. Its 13 years since I started my page to show of my crafty creations and showcase my designs. So, after this reminder, I looked back over the years back to where it all started in 2013. My first post from 2013 was this… Continue reading 13 years and counting…
Galentines day
I'm not a big fan of all the hype that surrounds Valentine's Day. My mum was a florist, so Valentines was a big business day for her but even then I was aware of the enormous hike in prices in the week leading up to it. As a teen, all that angst about not getting… Continue reading Galentines day
Take one doily…
I've always loved vintage crochet doilies. From early memories of them on my Nana's sideboard in the front parlour, to trawling car boots and junk shops and I've built up quite a collection. Although, I love them, they are not really my style of decor, but I use them in lots of other ways. They… Continue reading Take one doily…
Why are Gen Z so keen on crochet?
When you read or hear the word ‘crochet’, your first thought may be of your grandma, or perhaps a scene from a Jane Austen novel. For me, crocheting means self-expression and hours of fun. Crochet has always received plenty of love from a wide range of people, but during the Coronavirus pandemic, it has had… Continue reading Why are Gen Z so keen on crochet?
Trending Technique – Filet Crochet
Filet crochet is making a major comeback in the fashion world! From high-end runway collections to modern handmade pieces, this delicate and structured crochet technique is everywhere, proving that this classic craft is now a must-have trend. Whether you’re creating a breezy summer top, bag or an elegant home décor piece, filet crochet offers a… Continue reading Trending Technique – Filet Crochet
Grandmacore
Have you heard of grandmacore? If you Crochet sew, knit, and bake (like me ), then you already live a grandmacore lifestyle. Grandmacore in the UK, also known as "granny chic," is a trend embracing the comfortable, whimsical, and nostalgic. Think handmade cushions and blankets, freshly baked cakes and biscuits, junkshop finds lovingly restored or repurposed.… Continue reading Grandmacore
Why buy a kit?
Do you buy craft kits? Do you think they are value for money? Now, I will buy kits if I want to try a new craft that needs equipment I don’t have, rather than buy lots of equipment I might not use. I will also buy a kit if it’s on sale or cheap. I… Continue reading Why buy a kit?
What Kate Made Today 