I may have mentioned a few dozen times that I used to live in Germany. We were lucky enough to spend a glorious year working in Hamburg and, apart from falling in love with the...
There are a gajillion different ways to crochet stars, and a kawillion tutorials out there so here I am throwing my own into the ring like we need just one more. Every little helps! So,...
*Yes I am a Sex and the City fan (and not a fan of Beverley Knight, but respect to that song that reminds me of Year 8) for those of you noticing the title. I’m...
How to Knit a Baby Raglan Sweater for Newborns
Want to get back to basics? This simple knitting pattern for sustainable chunky cotton face wipes is a great way of using up scraps of chunky cotton yarn in a flash. Make a stack for...
Learn how to make a simple and stylish origami paper pouch with this easy step-by-step tutorial. Perfect for handmade packaging, small gifts, party favours, jewellery, treats, and craft fair products, this beginner-friendly paper craft is...
One thing the professions in teaching and the design industry (both my jobs as it happens) have in common is that planning ahead is essential. As a teacher, you are always thinking ahead regarding preparing...
Photo editing has come a long way, hasn’t it? I’ve got vivid memories of my Dad knobbing about with some program called Paint Shop Pro as a kid and enjoying all the CDs bundled with...
As we battle through this extended, special edition episode of The Krypton Factor that is parenting, you come across all kinds of people. People who, until now, you may have overlooked or not been aware...
I wasn’t sure what this post should be about initially. A ramble about every doubt I’ve had as a mother, a problem-solving, self-help guide for parents who are having a rough time, or just a...
