How I Upcycled Corduroy Pants with Sashiko Gussets: Step-by-Step Guide
Upcycling is one of the most satisfying ways to give old clothes new life. A great way to do this that gives a beautiful look is by using sashiko. I found a pair of brown corduroy pants at my local op shop. I loved the quality but not the fit. Rather than pop them back on the rack, I bought them with intentions to upcycle into something unique by adding my own personality…
Free Beginner Crochet Pattern: Mushroom Pop Keyring | with Handmade by Helen
Meet our first guest blogger! Helen from Handmade by Helen shares a beginner-friendly crochet pattern for her adorable Mushroom Pop Keyring. It’s quick, fun, and perfect for new makers.
6 Essential Hand Sewing Stitches Every Mender and Maker Should Know
Mending can feel overwhelming when you don’t know where to start. What stitch should you use? Will it hold? Does it have to look perfect?
This is the first post in a new series I’m putting together to help build your mending skills step-by-step…
4 Free Quick Cosy Projects to Knit or Crochet This Winter
Not every project needs to be a big, glorious make. With winter settling in and the nights stretching out, it’s the perfect time to curl up with something small and satisfying… something you can actually finish in an evening while scrap busting. Fast little makes that make you feel good when finished…
How to Stitch Sashiko Coasters: A Beginner-Friendly Guide
Looking for a small, satisfying hand-stitching project you can actually finish? This sashiko coaster tutorial is a great place to start — approachable enough for beginners but still enjoyable if you’ve stitched before. Here’s how I tackled mine, plus some tips to help you along the way…
Knitting the Blueprint Top with Linen Silk Merino: Scattered Dusty Rose
Some projects remind you why you knit your own clothes. Others teach you that even beautiful yarns have their quirks.
This was both.
Today I’m sharing how I knitted the Blueprint top by Paper Moon Knits using my own Fibre of My Being Hand Dyed Linen Silk Merino blend, colourway Scattered Dusty Rose…
Make Memories This Mother’s Day
As Mother’s Day approaches, it reminds us that at the heart of the mother–child relationship is time—time to connect, to bond, and to create the love and memories we carry with us.
One beautiful way to nurture that connection is by creating something together…
A Fibre-Filled Day at the Willunga Quarry Market
A huge thanks to everyone who came by our stall at the Willunga Quarry Market! From amazing crafty chats to toddler-assisted setups, it was a beautiful day filled with fibre, laughter, and lovely conversations.
Free Easter Embroidery Pattern – Stitch Your Own Easter Balance Bunnies!
Easter is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a fun little stitching project? I’m excited to share my Easter Balance Bunnies embroidery pattern with you - for free!
Lasting Joy for a Finished Project
It is so satisfying to complete a project. In fact, the sense of satisfaction from a finished project lingers long after the last stitch is completed.
Learning Visible Mending Without Stress Using Tea Towels
Want to learn visible mending without worrying about ruining your clothes? I started with tea towels, and it was the perfect low-stakes way to practice
Crafting Consciously: My Sustainable New Year’s Resolution
As the year draws to a close, many people make resolutions for the coming year. Although I usually skip this tradition - often disappointing myself by not meeting them (they’re usually too specific or difficult to maintain in the short term; change is hard!) - this year, I am looking to make a broad resolution focused on crafting
Op Shopping to Mend
Rarely do I buy new clothes, but when I do, I prefer op shopping! I particularly love finding things that need a new lease on life, you know the type, something that needs a little TLC. The bonus of these finds is that I can get to mending and adding my own personal touch to once already loved items.
Christmas Themed Makes
This Christmas it would be great fun to makes some Christmas themed gifts and decorations.
So, I have been on ravelry and compiled a little list of free projects that might help spark come creativity and ideas this festive season.
Sock Yarn Giveaway Results
On Tuesday the Fibre of My Being hand dyed sock yarn giveaway came to an end.
There were many delightfully knitted entries, making it so very tricky to pick a winner!
Natural Fibres at Fibre of My Being
Just about every day I busy myself with some sort of fibre craft or another. In particular, I adore working with natural materials and fibres.
There is something about the connection to plants and animals while crafting that is satisfying and grounding…
Spring and Summer Knit Plans
With the weather warming up, snuggly warm knit and crochet garments can be too hot to knit… all that knitted fabric resting on your lap on a warm day can become uncomfortable quickly!
But the drive to create is ever-present…
Sashiko for Well Loved Old Jeans
Just like most people, I have a pair of jeans that I love and wear all the time. For that reason, they are becoming worn in places and the fabric is getting thin. Sashiko mending first came to mind…
Knitting a Cute Free Voodoo Doll Pattern for Halloween!
With Halloween just around the corner, I wondered what I could knit that had a spooky theme that was super cute and cuddly for my toddler.
After searching for quite a while, I came across a free pattern for a little voodoo doll that looks extra cute and squishy…
Fibre of My Being Hand Dyed Yarns
All the beautiful colours! What a joy it is to create colourways and watch as the yarn you have a vision of in your head comes to life… then even better knit up something to cherish for a long time!