Author: apeckofpickles
{How To} Dyeing to make your silk hankies look kool?
First things first, I do not apologise unreservedly for the dreadful puns in the title of this post. Secondly, I tried to take beautiful photos of each stage of this process I really did but imagine a wet, soft, slightly lumpy mass of silk hankies soaking in a shallow bath of deep red liquid….it’s straight from a horror film! The finished hankies are very … Continue reading {How To} Dyeing to make your silk hankies look kool?
{How to} make Snowball Decorations
This the second of 3 tutorials I’ve filmed for christmas this year. I’ll upload the final one before Christmas, watch this space! Continue reading {How to} make Snowball Decorations
{How to} Beaded pipe cleaner baubles
I’ve wanted to make video tutorials for such a long time and now I’ve finally done it! It’s not easy this video business (especially when you live in a basement and even getting enough light is an uphill struggle!) but I am working on it. Baby steps people, baby steps! But that’s not all that’s new in the pickleverse. You might already have noticed. You … Continue reading {How to} Beaded pipe cleaner baubles
{How to} Rag Rug Wreath
We need to thank the early 1900s for this nifty, thrifty craft! The best fabrics to use are woollen or jersey weight fabrics but you can use whatever you like, just keep in mind that the thicker your fabric the tuftier your rug. A quick note about fancy pants crafting gadgets that you dont really need. You dont need a rugging tool, also (and brilliantly) … Continue reading {How to} Rag Rug Wreath
{How to} Make your own dry shampoo
Dry shampoo is your new best friend. Want to find out why? Read on… What is it? Put simply dry shampoo is a powder that you apply to the roots of your hair to soak up any excess oil. The powder can then be brushed out, taking the oils away with it, leaving hair not just looking cleaner but feeling fresher, with more body and … Continue reading {How to} Make your own dry shampoo
{Review} Creative Therapy Colouring Book
According to a news article I read the other day 4 of the top 10 best selling books on Amazon are adult colouring books. No, not adult colouring books (although I am sure there are plenty of those in print too), colouring books for grown-ups. I’m sure you already know what I am talking about, these books are springing up all over the place. I … Continue reading {Review} Creative Therapy Colouring Book
{Review} Essential Crochet, Erika Knight
Erika Knight dedicates her book to all stitch makers passionate for their crafts. Subtitled “30 Irresistible projects for your home” this bookful of bright ideas by Erika Knight is filled with beautiful photographs that would set any yarn lover’s crochet hooks aquiver. There is a variety of patterns to choose from aimed at a range of different abilities. Everything from small scented pillows to large afgan throws, detailed filet cushion … Continue reading {Review} Essential Crochet, Erika Knight
{How to} make a fabric bowl
Because all of your beautiful things need pretty places to live. No more tangled necklaces or frantic searches for house keys as you are rushing out the door, these bowls are a great way to use up all scraps of fabric and add some style to your storage solutions at the same time. You will need: fabric rotary cutter and cutting board and scissors craft … Continue reading {How to} make a fabric bowl
{How to} Grow borax crystals
Home grown crystals to add a little sparkle to your life in a few short hours. I made some of these to go on our Christmas tree but with Spring in the air (or at least it was!) it’s time to take the snowflakes down and make room for a new season full of makes. I wondered if the decorations would get brittle as they … Continue reading {How to} Grow borax crystals
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