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13/06/2026

Just me… please tell me its not!!!

I feel like crafting comes with its own little set of habits we all pretend we don’t have…

I really think that’s part of the charm.

A bit of chaos, a bit of “I’ll just have a go” and somehow something lovely comes of it if you can bear to actually cut your beautiful papers that is.
I have so many papers that are too nice to use 🤣 but I'm a work in progress!!!

❤️

Sometimes I think crafting becomes the pause button And not when life suddenly becomes tidy or calm…but when, for a few ...
07/06/2026

Sometimes I think crafting becomes the pause button

And not when life suddenly becomes tidy or calm…
but when, for a few quiet minutes, your hands are busy and your mind gets to soften a little.

This tiny tower card felt exactly like that for me.

It’s simple, fun to make, folds flat, stands beautifully, and uses up papers you probably already have tucked away in your stash.

One of those lovely little projects that feels creative without feeling overwhelming.

I really think we all need more of those moments.

Swipe through to see all the little details and the standing design

And if you’d like to make one with me, the full tutorial is waiting over on YouTube now.
Leave a comment for the direct link





03/06/2026

Crafting doesn't have to be complicated to feel magical.

This little handmade pop-up card proves it.... quick simple, and full of joy.

Find the FREE papercraft tutorial over on my youtube channel or leave a comment for the link

Save it for when you need a reminder that your handmade cards are good enough. They bring love and joy to those who need it.

One little handmade box and suddenly even the simplest gift feels really thoughtful This fold-flat pencil box has becom...
31/05/2026

One little handmade box and suddenly even the simplest gift feels really thoughtful

This fold-flat pencil box has become one of my favourite recent makes because of its simplicity.
It slides open and then folds flat again.And being designed by me means it looks far more complicated than it really is.

And can we just take a moment for that beautiful jug stamp? 😍
The second I saw it from I completely fell in love with it. As someone utterly obsessed with blue and white china, it absolutely had to come home with me.

This little box would be perfect for so many reasons from teacher gifts to crafty friends gifts. Grandchildren treats AND happy post for stationery lovers.

Just imagine filling it with pencils, chocolates, tea bags, tiny craft supplies or little thoughtful treasures.

The full tutorial is completely free over on YouTube or leave a comment for the direct link

Save this post for later because this is SUCH a lovely one to keep in your crafty ideas collection.

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