This butterfly postcard was the colour and shading This butterfly postcard was the colour and shading I’d been aiming for with the glaze on this jug I made at wonderful @thefarnhampottery 
I’m glossing over the somewhat ‘solid’ base of this - over an inch!! My previous attempts had all ended up in the bucket because I’d been far too cavalier trying to bring up clay from the bottom. So this one was overly cautious. But at least it didn’t topple like the others.
Learning to throw at the wheel was so challenging and physically demanding but also such a mental reset. Thanks to our teacher Serenity who more than lived up to her name - particularly when dealing with my many cries for help 🤣 
Now I want to learn more…. Why did the wax resist on the jug on image 2 go so brown? Why do I always end up making cylinders or jugs even when I set out to make a wide dish? And why didn’t I use some more colourful glazes? I want to try it all again.
That’s the thing about pottery - it draws you in and makes you want to do more.
Thanks to @searchpress for sharing this exquisite Thanks to @searchpress for sharing this exquisite new book with us - and for the three signed copies to be won. The book is Modern Crewel Embroidery for Beginners by @tatiana_popova_owl_crafts and includes 8 stunning floral projects with all the templates and stitch guides you need to make them. I’ve shared a peek inside over on the blog (link in bio) it couldn’t be easier to enter for a chance to win one of the signed copies so why not have a go? Hope you enjoy X
I didn’t expect to fall in love with a little knit I didn’t expect to fall in love with a little knitted kitten wearing a frog suit today, but sometimes life just goes like that… In case you’re looking for a cute knitting project now that there’s a definite chill in the air, what’s holding you back from making this latest heart-warming offering by Claire Garland? @dotpebbles_knits The link to my blog post is in the bio - it has all the info you need to get the pattern today! Hope you enjoy X
Photo: Claire Garland
If, like me, you’re drying flowers right now and l If, like me, you’re drying flowers right now and looking for creative ideas, you might like to try your hand at embroidering with them on tulle… it’s a beautiful craft technique I learned from the very lovely @olgaprinku 
Click the link in my bio to get the super simple beginner’s tutorial Olga shared with us - along with lots of inspiring images of her work and all the links you need to connect with her and find out more. Enjoy! X
Photo: Olga Prinku
If, like me, you’re never happier than when you’re If, like me, you’re never happier than when you’re messing about in overalls or workwear, I’m thinking you might also enjoy an apron dress. I’ve shared how I made this one using roll end fabric and a great pattern by @dolly_clothing 
It wasn’t all plain sailing… 🤣 there were ruched seams to unpick, a rushed mistake or two, but I came to realise that sewing is not a dark art I’ll never be able to get to grips with. If I can make something wearable like this ANYONE can! I’ve shared a few of my favourite pattern ideas too 💕🧵
The link is in my bio
How lovable is this Eeyore knitting pattern by Cla How lovable is this Eeyore knitting pattern by Claire Garland @dotpebbles_knits? We have 10 to be won and entering couldn’t be easier so why don’t you give it a go? (link in my bio).
Eeyore is my favourite from Claire’s Winnie the Pooh collection because he’s ever so slightly saggy around the edges and in need of love… If you’re looking for your next knitting or craft project he is easy to make and sure to be loved by whoever you decide to make him for. Good luck and happy knitting! X
My happy place. Flowers, bees, butterflies and a s My happy place. Flowers, bees, butterflies and a shed for all seasons… My absolute favourite dahlias came from a packet of seeds sent by Erin of @floretflower along with a review copy of her beautiful book. I didn’t know what I had when I sowed and later planted them. I’ve been hooked on dahlias ever since. My favourite is tall and coral and it flowers and flowers like there’s no tomorrow.
Thanks to Iryna of @forest_toys_ for sharing her l Thanks to Iryna of @forest_toys_ for sharing her lovable and very cuddly Vintage Rabbit knitting pattern for free with my readers. Click the link in my bio to get your free pattern and to discover more of Iryna’s heart-melting creations on @etsyuk
If you’re drying flowers and wondering what to do If you’re drying flowers and wondering what to do with them, I have the perfect creative project idea for you! The very lovely bex @botanical_tales shared her step by step tutorial to make this super simple, ethereally beautiful, dried wild flower wall hanging and it feels seasonally perfect for right now... 
I’ve shared all the info you need over on my blog to get this tutorial and to discover more about Bex and her work - link in my bio.
Photos: @laurajayneedwards
If you’re feeling a little depleted and in need of If you’re feeling a little depleted and in need of inspiration, Jane Lindsey has created something truly special at @snapdragon.life offering a supportive creative membership community, a collection of stunningly beautiful online courses and an online shop selling hand-dyed threads and creative provisions. I’ve written a blog post sharing a few of my favourites (link in my bio). Hope you enjoy! X
Photo: @snapdragon.life
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LIFESTYLE · October 23, 2017

Handmade Christmas decorations we love

We feature a selection of great British designers and makers creating handmade Christmas decorations in our directory, all made with love and care in the UK.

When you stop and consider that most of us keep our Christmas decorations for a lifetime and that we love to unpack them each year, buying something special and handmade is sure to give years of pleasure.

Here are a few handmade Christmas decoration ideas we love and wanted to share with you…

Snowy glass house tea light candle holder by Red Brick Glass

love this handmade frosted glass dutch house christmas decoration by red brick glasslove these frosted glass christmas decorations hand made by red brick glass christmas decoration

We spent a wonderfully creative day with Wendy of Red Brick Glass, learning how to make glass Christmas bunting and other Christmas decorations. Read blog post now >>

Red Brick Glass is listed in the From Britain with Love directory >>

White willow Christmas angel, made with Judith Needham

how to make a willow angel christmas decoration. Click through for easy step by steps to making your own white willow christmas angel with Judith Needham

If you would like to have a go at creating your own white willow christmas angel decoration, head over to our blog post where we share easy step by steps. It’s much simpler to make than you might think! Wrapped with tiny lights, this is the sort of handmade Christmas decoration that you’ll love from day one – and love a little bit more each year…

Judith Needham offers a wide range of basket and willow related creative courses and is listed in the From Britain with Love directory >>

Handmade felted decorations by Emma Herian

love these red and white dotty felt christmas decorations handmade by emma herian sew recycled

Queen of all things felted, Emma Herian of Sew Recycled makes a wonderful collection of decorations for Christmas. Find red and white dotted mushrooms, snow men, woodland animals and more in her etsy shop.

love this handmade wool felt brussels sprout christmas tree decoration by Emma Herian. Click through to find out more and to see other beautiful handmade christmas decorations we love

love this felt christmas deer christmas decoration

We love this festive woodland scene Emma created for a TV show with Kirstie Alsopp.

Emma Herian is listed in the From Britain with Love directory >>

Make a fresh foliage Christmas wreath

love this contemporary and minimal fresh white and green christmas wreath

Why not have a go at making your own fresh foliage Christmas wreath? It’s easier than you might think. We show you step by step how to make one. Read blog post here >>

 

Handmade porcelain decorations

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Set of 5 handmade porcelain white and gold heirloom baubles by Jo Heckett.

Hand cut and surface stamped with pretty textures, the baubles are fired three times and then tied up with antique metal string. Hand painted with real gold lustre, these baubles really come to life near candles or fairy lights.

Read more about Jo and her creative process on our blog here >>

These handmade glass baubles are from Design Vintage and are so pretty with their blush pink velvet ribbons.

love these glass silvered and smoked glass baubles with blush pink velvet ribbon ties for a scandi christmas tree. click through for more special christmas decorations you'll love to hang year after year love these teardrop glass silvered and smoked glass baubles with blush pink velvet ribbon ties for a scandi christmas tree. click through for more special christmas decorations you'll love to hang year after year

And how lovely are these hand-blown baubles in milky glass with copper sequins inside from Somerset-based Cox & Cox?

love these handmade milky glass baubles with copper and sequins inside by somerset based Cox & Cox. click through for more special christmas decorations you'll love to hang year after year

Why not browse our hand-picked directory to source finds like these and more?

Search by category or, if you like any of the businesses featured here, simply search by business name.

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