Apr 10
by bibelotm_wp in Craft, Learn 0 comments tags: Bluebells, Book, Craft Book, Mindfulness, Origami, Origami for Mindfulness, Spring

Origami For Mindfulness: Tsuriganeso Bluebell – Tutorial

Thousands of bluebell flowers can change a grass field into a blue carpet in spring, letting us know that winter is truly over. Curl the four petals of the origami bluebell outward in the last step to make it more like the real bluebell flower.     You will need: 1 sheet of 6in (15cm) origami paper (if you are using coloring paper, color it in before you start folding) Pencil or pen   Difficulty rating: ❋ ❋   1. With the coloured side down, fold the paper in half from side to side both ways, opening out each time, then turn it over and fold it in half from corner to corner both ways, again opening the paper out each time.     2. Lift up the paper and use the creases just made to form the sheet into a diamond shape.     3. With the open edges of the diamond away from you, place the paper back on the table and fold in the lower diagonal edges so that they meet along the central crease. Turn the paper over and then repeat.     4. Fold in the upper diagonal edges to make new creases, checking that […]
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Mar 03
by bibelotm_wp in Craft, Learn 0 comments tags: Book, Craft Book, Crochet, Crochet Chic, Handmade

Crochet Camping Throw – Tutorial

This is the ultimate easy-to-make crochet project – a fabulous, brightly coloured, enormous granny square, finished with a great fun border. It is a perfect blanket and you will have it for years and years, be it as a picnic blanket, a baby blanket, a throw for the sofa, a bedspread or an essential camping companion, which is what I use this one as! I’ve used a hardwearing merino yarn that you don’t need to worry about being used and abused – it can take it!     Yarn Rico Essentials Soft Merino Aran (100% merino superwash) Aran (worsted-weight) yarn, 50g (1¾ oz), 100m (109yd) balls 4 balls in Sun Yellow 67 (A) 4 balls in Coral 78 (B) 4 balls in Melon 06 (C) 2 balls in Red 08 (D1) 2 balls in Brick Red 07 (D2) 4 balls in Candy 16 (E) 2 balls in Cream 61 (F1) 2 balls in Natural 60 (F2)   Hook and equipment 4.5mm (US G/6 or H/8) crochet hook Large tapestry needle   Size 123 x 123cm (48½ x 48½ in)   Tension 5 groups of 3tr and 4 ch2 spaces, and 8 rows over 10cm (4in) using 4.5mm (US G/6 or H/8) […]
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May 27
by bibelotm_wp in Craft, Learn, Make 0 comments tags: Chloe Owens, Chloe Tells You How To Sew, Craft Book, Suitcase, Upcycle

Bertie Badger Smartens up a Suitcase

Bertie Badger is going off on his travels. He hums a tune as he packs his suitcase. Camera, bucket and spade, teabags… hold on a minute! He pauses and looks at his suitcase. It’s very old. “This just won’t do,” he says, and he takes everything out again. He’ll come back to this later… there are more pressing matters at hand.     Materials you will need A suitcase Lots of fabric Mod Podge glue (matt or gloss) Paintbrush Rotary cutter (optional)   1. He collects a big bundle of fabric and starts cutting out shapes—flowers, patterns, whatever catches his eye—until he has a nice big pile to work with. 2. After giving it a wipe with a damp cloth to clean it, he brushes some glue directly onto a small area of the suitcase and starts sticking his scraps of fabric on top. He then brushes more glue on top of his fabric, smoothing out any wrinkles and bubbles as he goes.     3. He repeats the process, layering it on gradually in small areas. He takes his time when he reaches the edges, handles, and catches, trimming the fabric carefully with scissors (you could also use a […]
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May 09
by bibelotm_wp in Craft, Eat 0 comments tags: Craft Book, Hester van Overbeek, Mason Jars, Picnic

Picnic in a Jar

Load up a basket full of jars filled with tasty treats and set off to the countryside for a delicious picnic. Packing individual servings of food into jars makes it easily portable, and also means that you don’t need to take plates and serving bowls. When packed into jars, delicate foods avoid being squashed in the bottom of a bag. For extra comfort pack a picnic blanket too – if placed on top of the jars, this will serve the dual purpose of preventing the jars from rattling around in the basket. You can keep everything cool by putting some plastic bottles of frozen water in your basket.     Here are some of the foods I like to pack for a picnic: * Fragile snacks like potato chips/crisps and pretzels are great to keep in jars as this prevents them being smashed into crumbs in t ransit. You also don’t need a serving bowl —just pass the jar around. * Layered salads look great in jars. Make a graphic looking salad by layering up brightly colored vegetables. Start with a layer of watercress, top with chopped tomatoes, then add a layer of sweetcorn, and finish with some sliced radishes. * […]
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Apr 04
by bibelotm_wp in Craft, Creative, Guests, Make 0 comments tags: Circle Skirt, Craft Book, DIY, Sew, Tutorial, Zeena Shah

Zeena Shah – Circle Skirt Tutorial

Having always enjoyed making my own clothing, I’ve fallen in love with dressmaking even more this past year. So I want to introduce it to you with this starter project, which is just right if you’re a beginner. A circle skirt is very much how it sounds – made from a circular piece of fabric, it can be made to any length, a mini, midi or maxi. Add a waistband and a hem to your desired length, and you’ve made yourself a skirt!     YOU WILL NEED  Printed fabric, as per your body measurements (see Step 1) Extra fabric for the waistband, your waist measurement plus
a 1.5cm (58in) seam allowance at each end Zip, 15cm (6in) in length Sewing machine and matching thread Hand-sewing needle Trick marker Pencil Scissors Tape measure Pins Iron   INSTRUCTIONS 1. Start with a square of fabric measuring no less than 1x1m(40x40in) – the exact size will depend on your waist measurements and the desired length. I chose my fabric to measure 115 x 115cm (46 x 46in), as I want my skirt to be a mini length. 2. With the right sides facing, fold your fabric in half, then in quarters. 3. To […]
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Jan 29
by bibelotm_wp in Craft, Learn, Make 1 comments tags: Cowl, Craft Book, Fiona Goble, Knit, Scarf, Tutorial, Winter

Chunky Ribbed Cowl by Fiona Goble

Pull it up a bit… pull it down a bit… fold it over… this has got to be one of the most adaptable pieces of neckwear ever. What’s more, it involves no fancy shaping and no fancy stitches. In fact, once you’ve got started, you could practically knit it in your sleep. And did I mention that it’s suitable for teens, men, and women. What’s not to like?     YARN Debbie Bliss Rialto Chunky (100% merino wool) bulky (chunky) yarn: 3 x 1.oz (50g) balls (66yd/60m) in shade 19 Aqua   NEEDLES AND EQUIPMENT US size 10½ (6.5mm) knitting needles Yarn sewing needle   GAUGE (TENSION) 15 sts and 21 rows in stockinette (stocking) stitch to a 4-in (10-cm) square on US size 10½ (6.5mm) needles.   MEASUREMENTS The cowl is 9in (23cm) wide (unstretched) and 12in (30cm) deep.   ABBREVIATIONS k = knit p = purl rep = repeat st(s) = stitch(es) [ ] = denotes a sequence of stitches to be repeated the number of times given after the brackets   For the cowl Cast on 102 sts. Row 1: [K3, p3] to end. Row 2: [P3, k3] to end. These 2 rows form the rib pattern. […]
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Jan 15
by bibelotm_wp in Competition, Craft, Interview 26 comments tags: Chloe Owens, Craft Book, Giveaway, Sun Jellies

Sun Jellies – Interview + Competition!

We step back in time to talk jelly shoes, retro bags and all things kitsch with Kelly White, the Aussie-born mastermind behind Sun Jellies. Find out how every kid’s favourite footwear has made a massive comeback, and more importantly, where you can pick up an adult-sized pair of your own.   1. How did Sun Jellies come about? Moving to the pebbly south coast of England I looked for classic jelly shoes for me and my kids to wear on the beach. I discovered the French original jelly shoes and fell in love with the story of their creation by a Frenchman in the late 40’s during a worldwide leather shortage. I wanted to bring these shoes and their amazing story to UK shores and beyond. Introducing jelly bags seemed an obvious brand extension because of their nostalgic appeal and most importantly they are also made of plastic.   2. Tell us something about yourself that might surprise people. I love zombies.     3. Describe your perfect day. Lie in, cup of tea in bed and cuddles with the kids, walk along the seafront in the warm sunshine, mooch in some charity or vintage shops and a roast dinner, […]
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