Ideas

Ideas is all about MAKING your world more beautiful. Packed with creative inspiration, fresh ideas, easy projects and step-by-step instructions, this magazine is the go-to guide for crafters, stitchcrafters, makers, cooks and DIY home decorators.

FROM THE EDITOR

Ideas

BOWS & WHISTLES • Mother Nature herself was our inspiration for these gift-wrapping ideas.

SAY IT WITH FLOWERS • Gifts are often given with a card attached. But what about a card that is the gift? Make your own unique paper floral bouquet cards to show your love and appreciation. This is an easy and affordable make for young and old.

BEJEWELLED • This is a lovely project for teens. There is no need for a kiln to make these charms, just air-drying clay, resin and your creativity.

FABULOUS WITH FABRIC • Use your leftover fabrics to wrap gifts in interesting and creative ways.

BOUND BY HAND • Be inspired to make your own bound journals to use on your creative journey or to give as the perfect personalised gift.

CREATE TOGETHER • When it comes to gifts, making it a family journey benefits the whole family and especially its youngest members.

CUCKOO! • This cute project is perfect for kids (and families) of all ages.

GOURMET GIFTING • SURPRISE SOMEONE SPECIAL WITH BEAUTIFULLY PACKAGED HOMEMADE TREATS THAT ARE MADE TO BE SAVOURED.

LEMONY DELIGHTS • These cookies filled with creamy icing pack a lemony punch and will be a fun gift for any foodie or gardening enthusiast.

QUIRKY COOKIES • Have fun baking and building these 3D puzzle biscuits.

SWEETS FOR MY SWEET • A beautiful jar filled with flavoured honey, homemade gluten-free cookies or a cute bottle of ingredients and a recipe. The gift of something you’ve made yourself will always be appreciated.

HOP TO IT • Treat the little ones to this gorgeous handmade fabric rabbit. She is a nice size and will feel like a special playmate.

WORDS OF WISDOM • Find a saying that you love and turn it into an heirloom. This wall hanging, made using turned edge appliqué, could be transformed into a cushion or even a tote bag.

GORGEOUS STORAGE • Stitch and embroider a lovely little needle storage book for a special crafter in your life.

FOREVER FLOWERS • Give someone you love everlasting flowers to remind them how special they are. Collect vintage frames and fabric offcuts to make a few of these adorable bouquets.

KIDS ON THE MOVE • A denim backpack is always a hit for small children. The fabric is strong and personalising the bag will help make sure it doesn’t go missing easily.

APRON STRINGS • Make this charming and practical apron for pegs or gardening.

PUT ON A SHOW • This project combines both easy and more challenging elements. Once completed, it’s the perfect gift of fun and creative play.

SNUGGLE UP • Try your hand at relief crochet and give that hot-water bottle a new look.

LATTICEWORK INSPIRED • Crochet can be so much more than pretty blocks or blankets. Use linen stitch (or moss stitch) to make a textured fabric - and turn it into gorgeous home furnishings.

AHOY THERE! • These quirky and cute seagulls are sure to put a smile on your face and will make the perfect gift.

CUTIE PATOOTIE • This cute little pixie hat is the perfect knitted gift for the baby in the family.

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