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From threading to stitching: Clever sewing hacks for effortless crafting
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Craft some holiday cheer with these 5 simple and festive DIY crafts to enjoy with your grandkids
Craft some holiday cheer with these 5 simple and festive DIY crafts to enjoy with your grandkids
Celebrate the festive season by planning a crafting afternoon with your grandchildren, create lasting memories together this Christmas!
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Discover five ingenious ways to repurpose vintage doilies
Discover five ingenious ways to repurpose vintage doilies
Elevate the ambiance of your living space with the timeless beauty of handcrafted lace, turning your house into a warm and welcoming home.
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Cherished Christmas memories: Rediscovering the heartwarming traditions of yesteryear
Cherished Christmas memories: Rediscovering the heartwarming traditions of yesteryear
Join us on a heartening journey down memory lane as we revisit these nostalgic gems from our past, rekindling the spirit of joy that once defined our holiday celebrations.
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Transform your fabric scraps into treasures with these 10 creative crafting ideas
Transform your fabric scraps into treasures with these 10 creative crafting ideas
Sewing cupboard bursting at the seams? We've collated a list of 10 creative ways to use up all those leftover fabric scraps.
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The winner of the inaugural Starts at 60 art competition!
The winner of the inaugural Starts at 60 art competition!
The Starts at 60 community has voted for their favourite artwork submitted by the 12 finalists in the inaugural Starts...
Crafts
The 12 finalists of the inaugural Starts at 60 art competition
The 12 finalists of the inaugural Starts at 60 art competition
From beautiful oil paintings and pencil sketches to crafts, crochet animals and knitted masterpieces, it's now time to vote for your favourite creation!
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Start stitching your way to success with these the top 5 sewing tips!
Start stitching your way to success with these the top 5 sewing tips!
From straight hand stitches to mastering topstitching like a pro, these simple sewing tips will help you produce the perfect garments and creations every time.
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The retro hobbies and pastimes making a modern day comeback
The retro hobbies and pastimes making a modern day comeback
From knitting and needlecraft, to old-fashioned puzzles and baking, these are the retro hobbies making a comeback this year.
Crafts
Creative ways to re-use and modernise your doilies
Creative ways to re-use and modernise your doilies
If you have an abundance of doilies you're not sure what to do with, we've got you covered with these modern ideas to reuse your keepsakes.
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