Free tickets for sewing festival
Whether you’re a beginner or an expert sewer, a seamstress or a crafter, it’s all happening in Birmingham this Spring. At the NEC, three of the UK’s top shows are getting together on 25th – 28th March for a fabulous sewing ...
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The philosophy of Y-fronts
A few years ago, while on assignment for a magazine, John-Paul Flintoff got himself a job as a binman. "It was more unpleasant than you can imagine: I particularly remember getting brown goo in my ear. I hoped it was coffee grounds. I ...
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Getting new life from old clothes
Examples of new clothes made from remnants of from old garments. There are some great ideas here to get your creativity flowing. And please send us any pictures of your own projects
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A first attempt at cushion making
So I’ve made my first cushion. Okay, not the fluffy stuffing part that makes it comfy but the outside cover of it, to be exact. And while I’m being exact, I haven’t made one, I’ve made three! My very first cushion was ...
Have you got an idea for an article or story?
Whether you’re a seasoned wordsmith or turning your hand to writing for the first time - we’d love to hear from you. Send an email to the address below and we’ll send you our free guide to Writing for Make it and Mend it. It’s full of great advice and could help you get published elsewhere on the web. (Just remember who gave you your big break.)
