Crafts

There are two main ways of sewing on paper, either by hand or on a sewing machine. I love to do both and will discuss the best tips for sewing …

Discover how to create a DIY Denim Bow Tie in two unique ways, perfect for the stylish individual. It’s a fantastic project for upcycling your old jeans! Includes free bow …

Regular readers of Pillar Box Blue will know how much I love Scandinavian and Nordic-inspired crafts. This time, I made a lovely flower doodle decoration. The cool prints of Marimekko …

It is no secret that the patterns and designs of the Finnish design house, Marimekko are my favourite. Here I’ve curated a collection of the coolest Marimekko crafts for adults. …

Inside: Make a DIY plant pot cover in 10 minutes with old road maps or any other paper. This is my latest map craft, how to make gorgeous DIY paper …

Inside: How to embroider on delicate paper such as dictionary book pages to make fun art. I have printed on dictionary paper before, but this time I wanted to go …

Inside: A moth and butterfly craft to make paper moths and butterflies with old maps. It includes three different moth wing templates to download for free. My two favourite materials …

I love to decorate and craft for the seasons and holidays, especially Christmas and Valentine’s. My Easter crafts are a bit more subtle. But I still make a few decorations …

Inside: In just five minutes, learn how to create beautiful paper vase sleeves for mason jars, plastic bottles, and tin cans. This easy, cost-free craft is perfect for upcycling old …

I have compiled this list of the 30 best hexagon crafts and DIYs. Geometrics are a popular trend in home decor, especially hexagon shapes. You can even buy hexagon-shaped tiles …

Some Gucci tiger pillows came up in my Pinterest feed. I don’t shop at Gucci, it’s a bit out of my price range, and I’m not one for designer labels. …

Inside: A straightforward denim placemat DIY from your old jeans. Making these patchwork denim placemats was what I call a slow craft. This was because they were handstitched. You could …

Inside: A tutorial on how to make a yarn wreath made from scraps that you’ll want to hang on your front door. One American tradition I have discovered since blogging …

This delightful and versatile craft embodies the spirit of the Lunar New Year celebration and beyond. I’ll guide you through creating charming Chinese paper lanterns and an enchanting decorative garland …

How to make personalized map-themed heart-shaped treat bags from old road maps for a delightful Valentine’s gift. I love working with maps and personalized crafts, so I have made some …

You get two crafts in one with this Paper Mache heart and watercolour hearts decoration. That wasn’t the initial plan. What happened was that after I made the Paper Mache …

It sometimes feels flat in January once all the Christmas decorations have been put away. To perk me up, I started crafting for Valentine’s Day by decorating my home with …

This is a quick, easy, and fun Valentine’s craft: Make a lovely heart-shaped handmade felt brooch from the smallest felt scraps. I keep the felt scraps from my upcycled sweater crafts. Even the …

I have gone through the entire alphabet and have compiled a complete A to Z of denim crafts and upcycles. I get a buzz from repurposing my old jeans, so …

Yesterday, I received an early Christmas gift from Ryobi, two of their cordless power tools. I couldn’t wait to start playing with them and made two sardine tin can ornaments …