It’s that time of year again when we start preparing for one of Cornwall’s most anticipated festive events, the Makers Cornwall Christmas Fair. It runs over three days. Friday 6th Nov in the evening, Sat and Sun 7th and 8th … Continued
After what felt like a long, sun‑soaked summer here in Cornwall, the shift to autumn brings a welcome calm. The South of France‑style weather was glorious, though as a Scottish lass I don’t always cope well with the heat! Still, … Continued
This summer has been one of endless sunshine and heat. Living in one of the sunniest corners of the UK, I’m used to bright days here in Cornwall , but usually there’s a sea breeze to keep things just a … Continued
Over the last few weeks I’ve been deep in making mode, building up stock and getting a fresh batch of felt toadstools underway. At the same time, I’ve been trying to post a short video story every day on Instagram. … Continued
Detached Chain Stitch is all about creating neat, delicate loops that sit beautifully on the surface of your fabric. It’s one of my favourite embroidery stitches because it gives you the freedom to create flower petals, tiny leaves (which become … Continued
Having covered several embroidery techniques in previous posts, I realized I’d overlooked the most fundamental starter stitches. The straight stitch and the running stitch are two of the ten essential hand-sewing stitches you need to master. They serve as the … Continued
If you’re new to hand sewing, felt is wonderfully material to use. It doesn’t fray, it cuts cleanly, and it’s perfect for simple embroidery such as like the whip stitch, running stitch, and overstitch. I work exclusively with pure wool … Continued
Sewing on a button is a simple, useful skill, and with a few easy steps you can secure them neatly. Buttons can add detail and character to your handmade projects, and sewing them on securely is simpler than you might … Continued