Crochyay Subscription Box Review

 My favourite craft has long been crochet so when I discovered Crochyay Boxes, a  subscription service full of crochet goodies I just had to order one for my own. By signing up to receive a Crochyay Box every month you will be in for some crochet treats from fellow makers and crafters such as patterns, tools and ideas. 

Here's a sneak peek inside November's Crochyay Box.

Crochet | Corner to Corner Blanket Part 2 | Decreasing & Finishing

 After starting my blanket and enjoying watching it grow, it was soon time to start decreasing. This is the good thing about the corner to corner blanket, it will always be a perfect square as you work 'corner to corner'. I started to decrease when my blanket measured 100cm across, follow along as I show you how I finished my project. I learnt this stitch watching Bella Coco's video which you can find here, to see how I started my blanket check out my last post Corner to Corner Blanket part1 | Casting On and Increasing.

Crochet | Corner to Corner Blanket Part 1 | Casting on & Increasing

I love starting a new project in the winter time. 

There's something satisfying about snuggling up in front of the fire after a long day with a new ball of wool and crocheting your troubles away. I have wanted to make a blanket for a while so set myself the challenge of making my first corner to corner blanket using these amazing ombre yarns from Bella Coco Store. If you haven't already, check out Bella Coco for these bundle packs, they are perfect for blankets or throws and come in a range of colour and tones.

DIY | Pin Cushion Kit & Win With The Treasured

So the count down to Christmas has begun and I am feeling pretty unorganised with gifts for friends and family (someone please send help)!

I love giving thoughtful or handmade presents and have found the perfect combination of both with these make-your-own craft kits. Not only are they super cute but are the perfect gift for a craft loving friend.

I have teamed up with the online gift store The Treasured to offer you the chance to win a DIY Doughnut Pin Cushion craft kit from The Make Arcade this festive season. Scroll down to see what's inside the kit & more details on how to enter.

Small Business Saturday | Reasons to Shop Local this Christmas

We have all heard of Black Friday & Cyber Monday but there's one day I'll be marking on my calendar this year for many more reasons than just the chance to grab a bargain, Small Business Saturday. I have always been a big supporter of handmade products and independent sellers so when Fundera asked me to show my support for Small Business Saturday and buy locally this Christmas, I jumped at the chance to share my favourite local shops.

Lifestyle | Bella Coco: How To Crochet eBook Review

Once in a while I come across a blog that really inspires me and over the past few years Bella Coco has continued to be one of my favourites. 

Sarah-Jayne is the lovely lady behind Bella Coco, not only does she manage her blog, regularly posting about interiors, weddings and craft, she also runs a successful YouTube channel teaching crocheting and has opened BellaCoco Store selling yarn and crochet supplies. I often head to her blog to learn a new crochet stitch or technique, knowing her tutorials will be modern and easy to understand. So when I heard Sarah Jayne was bringing out her first eBook How To Crochet: A Handy Reference Guide I jumped at the chance to review it.

DIY | Embroidered Bomber Jacket Tutorial

 Anyone else loving the embroidered trend? 

Whether it's jackets, shoes or bodies, this oriental detailing is everywhere. Good news is it's so easy to make your own unique version of the popular high street ones for a fraction of the cost. 
Here's how I made my own embroidered bomber jacket.