Inspiration

Looking for your next bit of inspiration? You've come to the right place! Take a look through our blog for our latest craft hints and tips, news, demonstration videos, launches and more. If you want to get making straight away, the Projects & Guides or Gallery section could be more up your street! Have a browse and see how creative you can be.

Clear all filters

Skills & Difficulty: Beginners Guides

The beginner's guide to quilting
Quilting is a craft discipline that has stood the test of time. From Colonial quilts in the 17th century to quilting for the military...
Read Now
Embossing Folders 101
Embossing is the perfect way to add extra depth and dimension to your craft projects with barely any effort. Your recipients will be stunned...
Read Now
What is matting and layering?
If you’re a bit of a beginner to papercrafts, you may have heard a few words or phrases that have made you think, “what...
Read Now
Add glamour and drama with the Spectrum Noir Sparkle Pens
If you’ve been looking for the perfect thing to add a gorgeous touch of glamour to your art or papercraft projects, the Spectrum Noir...
Read Now
How to decoupage on your cards
Decoupage, or 3D decoupage as it’s known in cardmaking, is a very simple technique that many people do without realising they’re doing it! Decoupage...
Read Now
9 essential tools for your sewing kit
We know how daunting it can be when you’re first getting started in the world of sewing, quilting or patchwork. There are so many...
Read Now
How to store your crafting collection
One problem that comes with having a huge crafty stash is having nowhere to store it. We’ve all been there – losing your favourite...
Read Now
Stamping and inkpads 101
Stamping has been a craft discipline for years and it’s something that is loved by both adults and children. Who else remembers cutting shapes...
Read Now
Gemini Stitch or Lock Pro - which do you need?
With so many sewing-related machines on the market, it can be quite confusing and overwhelming when deciding which would be best for your projects,...
Read Now
Watch Along Wednesday - Background Layering Stamps
Welcome back to another Watch Along Wednesday! This week’s video is all about the unbelievably gorgeous Background Layering Stamps, so if you’ve been looking...
Read Now
The beginner's guide to fastenings
If you’re new to sewing or simply want to brush up on your knowledge, check out Bernie Corner’s guide to fastenings from Issue 15...
Read Now
Adhesives 101
A good craft room needs a great stash of adhesives, but it can be quite tricky knowing which adhesive is best for your project....
Read Now
How to use the Gemini Quilting Pattern Guides
Quilting is a highly creative craft and there are so many amazing things that can be made, but if you’d like to expand your...
Read Now