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Embroidered baby gifts

I made some embroidered vests for my friend’s baby. To prevent the stitch from pulling and ruining the fabric I ironed interfacing to the back of the vests.   For some embroidery advice hop over to embroidery queen Wendy Gratz’ guest … Continue reading

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The New Year – and some Xmas pressie chat

Happy New Year! It’s 2013 which, of course, is the year of the Edinburgh Yarn Festival! YarnPony, Jo and I who are organising the day are super excited (and super busy). You can follow the progress and working up to … Continue reading

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Craft Reactor Edinburgh’s 3rd Annual Members’ Showcase Exhibition

Welcome to the official launch of Craft Reactor Edinburgh’s 3rd Annual Members’ Showcase Exhibition! The Annual Members’ Showcase Exhibition is a real opportunity to see what Craft Reactor members have been working on in their attics over the last year and … Continue reading

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Numbers

Just in time for December 1st I managed to get our Advent Calendar finished. It is inspired by Katie’s beautiful felt calendar. I will spend the next couple of days finishing the ornaments that will go on the tree. I … Continue reading

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Arts Complex Open Studio Day

As the evenings are getting darker and we are firmly and steadily approaching Christmas times (I know, I know it is only November still..) there are busy times here at CraftyAlly Towers. We had so much fun at St Abbs … Continue reading

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