Arts and Crafts
Latch Hooking, Weaving and Embroidery
I first found these kits after they went viral on Instagram and I’m SO glad that I gave it a go!
Before Craft Club Co I didn’t consider myself to be someone who was good at making things. I had a tendency to buy kits and never finish them, with several abandoned embroidery kits currently gathering dust in my office at home.
Then I bought my first moss coaster kit, which ended up being the gateway I needed to delve deeper into latch hooking. Now I’ve even made my first rug, which I’m incredibly proud of.
Latch hooking is a simple yet fun technique that is ideal for beginners, and can be used to create lots of fun craft projects.
Essentially, it involves pulling yarn or another fabric through a base to create a pile rug. The simple technique dates back centuries and has evolved from ancient rug making practices. It was even used in 4th-century Egypt and early Scandinavian works, although the modern technique used today more closely resembles rug making from the 1800s in England and North America.
I’ve always loved the idea of doing crafts, but I’ve never been that good at it. I’m the kind of person who will buy craft kits and never finish them, leaving a trail of unfinished projects in my wake.
This is where Craft Club Co comes in. I discovered their kits on Instagram and was instantly intrigued. They claimed to be suitable for complete beginners, offering clear, step-by-step instructions for a range of projects. Eventually, when their coaster kits were on sale, I purchased one and was delighted with the results.
In this blog post I will review five Craft Club Co kits, explain my crafting experience and share real photos of the results.
Resin Art
Resin art is so much fun, and it’s never been easier to create stunning home decor pieces for all seasons.
While it can be very tempting to head to your favourite home decor shop to stock up on Halloween decorations, I think it’s much more fun to make your own at home. This way you’ll have something completely unique, and get to enjoy the process of making it with your own hands.
You don’t need to be a gifted artist - all you need are the right tools and a willingness to give it a go.
If you’re interested in getting started with resin art, then you’re in the right place. Resin is super easy to work with, and you can easily create complex pieces with very little experience.
Here I’ve listed 10 of the best epoxy resin projects for beginners, ranging from coasters and trays to pumpkins and plant pots. Whether you’ve never poured resin before or you’re looking for a way develop your skills, you’ll find an exciting new project to try on this list.
Resin art has soared in popularity since going viral in 2020, and it’s easy to understand why. This is a medium that’s easy to work with, very versatile, and perfect for beginners.
I should know - I only started working with resin recently, and have been able to make a variety of lovely pieces that include vases, trinket trays, dishes, and coasters.
Here is my easy step-by-step guide to making resin coasters, with photos for each step.
Air Dry Clay
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