Category: Mama Crafts

Bauble Wreath Craft Project


Our first Christmas together I bought a big box of baubles really cheaply, and it adorned our tree for a few years. Over those years  however, I bought nicer, better quality tree decorations at special places: the Bath Christmas Markets, on a shopping trip with my mother-in-law and so on. more

How To: Make An Ice Candle Holder Table Decorations


I first saw this in an old cookbook from the ’80′s but I really loved it and always wanted to try it. For a recent dinner party, I decided to actually do it, just a few hours before my guests were set to arrive. It’s not as grand as it could be, but I still… more

Crafty 1st Birthday Party Invitations


My little girl’s first birthday is coming up soon. I know many people don’t make much of a fuss for first birthdays, but for various reasons we are. Of course, every good party starts with an invitation so I thought I’d share with you what I’ve done. more

Reused Teddy Toy Box


I have been finding myself increasingly irritated by the sheer amount of toys lying around the house. Now, I know all you seasoned mammas are just shaking your heads and telling me to get used to it, but let’s face it: Ameli is only three months old! So getting all our boxes ready for the… more

Creatively Yours this Christmas


If your week is as busy as mine, then well done for being here, and reading this. I’m sitting back, trying to catch up, briefly, and let you know I’ve not forgotten you. I have Christmas presents piled up around my feet and craft items next to me. I’ll have to keep this short, it’s… more

Easy Home Made Christmas Crackers

Home Made Crackers

Okay, so that’s a bit of an exaggeration. It should read, home altered crackers. I really love crackers, I think they just make the Christmas dinner table, and distinguish it from just another meal. But I also really find them quite unsatisfying. Like a big bang with no real hoorah. I mean, who really needs… more

Christmas Spirit


Christmas. It’s everywhere. In shops, in windows, in pubs in bars. I’ve been so busy being a mom and looking after a sick little one that I didn’t notice the, well, advent of Advent. more


Christmas.

It’s everywhere.

In shops, in windows, in pubs in bars. I’ve been so busy being a mom and looking after a sick little one that I didn’t notice the, well, advent of Advent. (more…)