http://www.popularcrafts.com/ Popular Crafts Latest Articles en-gb Copyright My Hobby Stored Limited - 2012 http://www.popularcrafts.com/sites/8/images/website_images/lc.gif http://www.popularcrafts.com/ http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=9702 Right click or option-click the images below and choose "Save As..." to download your free pdf of the design. 03/02/2012 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=9597 Celebrate Mother's Day and St Patrick's Day with lots of crafty makes 30/01/2012 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=9354 Join in the Heart Craft Swap with Popular Crafts 17/01/2012 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=9218 Hearts, Valentines and Weddings Issue 02 February 2012 On Sale 20 January - 16th February 2012 Available from WHSmith, Hobbycraft or order from your local Newsagents 06/01/2012 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=9050 If you'd like to feature in our Artist's 10 Questions, please email katharine.jewitt@myhobbystore.com 02/01/2012 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=9052 Give two gifts in one with these glitzy handmade gift boxes. Make good use of all those hoarded fabric scraps that you could not bear to throw out! 02/01/2012 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=9051 Unusual effects adorn these glass bottles, using spirit-based glass paints and metallic ceramic colour. The colour is diluted and applied using the coule technique. Light glows through whilst the opaque gold tones contrast to give a stunning finish. 02/01/2012 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=9001 Package your gifts in these opulent magic carpet gift bags - for a luxurious non-traditional wrap! If you enjoy colouring and doodling with gel pens, then these magic carpet gift bags are the project for you! 20/12/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=9002 Every month, Popular Crafts runs a swap club which you can chat about and share your makes and swaps in our forum and read about on our website. It is open to everyone and you can include your children too. Children will be paired together. 20/12/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8999 Make these charming candle lights for your festive table for for those winter candlelit evenings for two. 20/12/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8997 Adorn your table with contemporary designs 20/12/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8990 Purchase Issue 01 January 2012 issue of Popular Crafts from WHSmith, Hobbycraft or order from your local News Agent. 19/12/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8899 If you'd like to appear in our Artist's 10 Questions, please email katharine.jewitt@myhobbystore.com 03/12/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8891 Holographic snowflakes on silver give this Christmas greeting an unusual and modern look. It is simple to make too! 02/12/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8890 These cards are cool and contemporary! They are easy to make and can be sent to young and old alike. Crackers and gift tags can be decorated using the same techniques. 02/12/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8889 This 148-page bumper Christmas Special is full of Christmas Gifts, Gift Wrap and Cards to make for Christmas 02/12/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8871 Use your rubber stamping skills to create these delightful ornaments. Brighten up your Christmas tree this year with a selection in different colours. They could make stylish and unusual gift tags too. 29/11/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8870 Gift vouchers are well-received at any time of year but are so boring to give. Why not liven them up by presenting them in these fun and easy to make envelopes? 29/11/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8861 Receive a craft product for free to try and test for Popular Crafts 29/11/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8781 Right click or option-click the images below and choose "Save As..." to download your free pdf of the design. Print them off and get crafty! 16/11/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8741 Who does not like buttons? They can only make you smile! 31/10/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8742 If you'd like to appear in our Artist's 10 Questions, please email katharine.jewitt@myhobbystore.com 31/10/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8695 Halloween is a great time for all the family to get involved in craft. Read these top tips. 18/10/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8684 Join the Big Draw events across the UK 1-31 October 2011 www.campaignfordrawing.org 13/10/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8638 The Special 148-Page Bumper Christmas issue of Popular Crafts with Kids Crafts is in the shops from the 19th October 2011. 03/10/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8640 Send these spooky cards as invites to a party or an evening in telling spooky stories. The strong bright colours associated with Halloween make these funky cards eerily unforgettable! 03/10/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8639 If you are having a Halloween party, why not make some funky invites for your friends? You could even put a spooky message 'witch' will really shock them! 03/10/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8601 Join us in discussing great craft books and associated projects. 23/09/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8592 22/09/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8591 22/09/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8590 22/09/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8588 Making winter warmer for older people 22/09/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8586 Join us in the Autumn Swap.Create something with an autumn theme and colours.It is a great way to take some time out, relax, craft & receive a treat in return! 21/09/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8585 Create the scariest giant spider in its glow-in-the-dark web you will ever see! 21/09/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8453 17/08/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8452 A remarkable new craft machine has just been launched and it is set to revolutionise the crafting world. 17/08/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8450 We are a fun, jam-packed magazine of Card Making inspiration this month. Included in this issue is free BazzileBasics card, free SooperDave card designs and free Sarah Lloyd card making embellishments. There are bumper giveaways worth over & pound;1200 included in this issue. 17/08/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8449 Digital images can be transformed into eye-catching decor in minutes and the finished wraps are so light that they can be hung from just one tack. 17/08/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8416 Popular Crafts Editor, Katharine Jewitt puts the big shot to its test and provides a whole host of inspirational card making ideas. 06/08/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8413 Last years trend for distressed denim shorts and hotpants is enhanced this year with a little sparkle. Sanded to reveal patches of wear, this seasons trend adds flat-backed jewels to bring you glittering glamour. All you need is your Dremel 300 Series and your Dremel Glue Gun 930 and you will be stepping out in sexy beach style this Summer. Simply follow our step-by-step guide below and do not blame us for all the attention you will get! 06/08/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8414 Everyone is invited to the Popular Crafts Matchbox Swap. Tell all your friends to participate. It is open to males and females of all ages. 06/08/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8415 Popular Crafts Editor, Katharine Jewitt puts the big shot to its test and provides a whole host of inspirational card making ideas. 01/08/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8365 28/07/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8350 25/07/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8351 Popular Crafts Book Club is for those with a creative streak to expand their horizons through discussion of a choice of four set books each calendar month. You can choose to look at one, more or all four books each month to increase your knowledge and appreciation of a particular craft. 25/07/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8316 Like our Facebook Page and post a message on FB saying "NEW CRAFT BOOK CLUB COMING SOON @PopularCrafts " for your chance to win "Laura's Handmade Life" 11/07/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8315 Follow us on Twitter and Retweet "NEW CRAFT BOOK CLUB COMING SOON @PopularCrafts " for your chance to win "Laura's Handmade Life" 11/07/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8246 29/06/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8243 28/06/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8224 OOOoooo we love this. Here's a tasty teaser of sew eco on sale at WHS. http://t.co/3Yyhigo 21/06/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8223 Take a look at our digital edition taster of Kids Crafts Issue on sale 20th June 2011 - http://bit.ly/jIgziJ 21/06/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8181 Watch out, you may end up punch-drunk when you find out how easy it is to create these great cards and boxes! 13/06/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8179 Print! by Jo Jolliffe Published by Collins & Brown, 3rd February 2011 ISBN: 9781843405658 13/06/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=8033 View the contents of the latest magazine, out 20th April. 27/04/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7961 Put a little luxury into your bathtime with this gorgeous collection of fragrant homemade toiletries that not only look good but leave you feeling wonderful. You can even make this fabulous cabinet to keep all your goodies in. 11/04/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7896 Kerry is new to the world of crafting, but is heavily influenced by taking tea! 23/03/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7897 Delight guests with gifts traditionally given at Italian weddings. Five sugared almonds, signifying health, wealth, happiness, fertility and long life, are conventionally gathered in net circles but we have other ideas for them. 23/03/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7889 Squires Kitchen's 25th Anniversary Cake Decorating, Chocolate and Sugarcraft Exhibition held on the weekend of 11th - 13th March had a royal visit from William and Kate - well, in the form of a giant Jelly Belly Bean portrait anyway! 21/03/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7862 Bring a touch of spring fever to a chair with this cheerful fabric painting project. Its rich cloisonné appearance is reminiscent of silk painting but this cushion is made of cotton and is robust enough to last for years - and washable too. 16/03/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7817 An extension to the project in Issue 7 - Easter Crafts. Display your soaps in these nifty little pots! 07/03/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7809 Introducing ArtisON; the creative get-away located in Masham, nestled amongst the beautiful Yorkshire countryside. With a range of exciting arts and crafts workshops, locally sourced food, plus overnight packages. 04/03/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7788 View the contents of the latest magazine, out 23nd February. 25/02/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7752 This rug is so effective because of its elegant simplicity. The rug was designed to be placed in a bedroom in an apartment overlooking the River Thames. 18/02/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7745 This week, Claire has found a selection of handmade items ideal for the proud geeks, teachers and scientists amongst us! Find something beautiful in an unusual subject matter... 18/02/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7726 Tired of conventional confetti? This 'punchetti' is made from craft punches and silver, coloured and transparent paper to make a statement. 14/02/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7688 Viv makes birthstone jewellery for children and sells online, she also loves experimenting with other crafts and her next challenge is to master the sewing machine! 02/02/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7680 The four elements are as varied in colour as they are in character and qualities. They make the perfect theme for these sparkling, easy-to-make necklaces. So, go on, get elemental today! 31/01/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7649 Viv Smith of Poppy Sparkles has compiled this gorgeous collection of Valentine themed goodies... 26/01/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7629 Welcome to our first crafting challenge, we can't wait to see what you make, and we have a goody bag up for grabs! 19/01/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7612 Scratching is the key to this vibrant looking ceramic ware. But you have to work quickly to achieve results like this, painting in bands of colour and scratching out your chosen pattern in the wet paint. 17/01/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7548 These square inside-out beads are called miracle beads, because it seems miraculous that such easy-to-make beads could be so perfectly symmetrical! 07/01/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7525 Put your empty jam pots to a good crafting use, and add a little extra zest to them with these decorative covers. 04/01/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7524 View the contents of the latest magazine, out 22nd December. 04/01/2011 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7481 Use scrapbooking techniques and products to create these simple and stylish seasonal greetings in warm traditional colours. 18/12/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7316 08/12/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7237 This sparkly bouquet of Christmas decorations would make a nice alternative to the traditional decorations that you normally see. They can be displayed in a bouquet or taken out and put in a vase or even placed in a tree. 29/11/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7219 Homemade Gifts with Love by Catherine Woram Published by Cico Books, 14th October 2010 ISBN: 9781907030710 24/11/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7220 Tis the season to be making your Christmas cards! 24/11/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7218 For those that love arts and crafts and are looking for unique Christmas gifts, the annual National Crafts & Design Fair is just the place. 24/11/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7167 In this edition of Hands On, we look at the work of Maria, bear restorer and button doll maker. 17/11/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7179 Napkin decoupage is easy, stylish and fun as these lovely projects show. It's a great way to jazz up plain items or revamp old ones. 17/11/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7168 These handmade items are all inspired by sweet treats! 15/11/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7144 Clarice Cliffs cheerful potteryware has brightened up homes for decades. Now, there is no need to buy expensive pieces to bring this charm to your home. Make one for next-to-nothing out of papier mache and you wont have to worry about dropping it! 10/11/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7118 Here are the templates for the fab Christmas bunting in issue 5 that was missing from the magazine. Apologies! 05/11/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7117 View the contents of the latest magazine, out 27th October. 05/11/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7030 A great gift for any budding gardener. Hessian is quite popular to use as a natural fabric and this great gardening apron and bag echo this earthy theme. The tulips are bright and vibrant, creating colour where it is needed. 03/11/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7075 At Bramwells we want to see just how creative you paper crafters really are, so we are holding a papercraft challenge to give you a chance to show off your crafting skills and be one of the Bramwells celebrities. 29/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7074 Dremel is introducing a new range of four high quality glue guns providing for every gluing need. Two high-temperature guns will target the practical DIY-er, whilst a low-temperature and a dual-temperature gun will be added to the Hobby range for creative and decorative projects. 29/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7040 How very stylish quilling can look! This long forgotten craft is currently enjoying a well-deserved and quite elegant revival. 29/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7049 There's no trick, treat yourself to one of these spooky handmade items! 21/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7039 This week we meet Rene, master of yarn and colour! 20/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7041 The gentle hues of ancient autumns are reflected in these stylish candles and bowls. Warm up a corner of your home and banish the encroaching winter blues. 20/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7032 What a fun project to do with rubber stamps! Here's a versatile and easy way to quickly make some delightful and functional accents for your curtains and curtain poles. This is a great idea for adding some sparkle and colour to your existing curtaining. 18/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7026 Packed in a beautiful old-fashioned suitcase, the Buttonbag Knitting Kit has everything needed to learn this much-loved craft. Find out in Buttonbag's specially written instruction book, "Little book of Knitting," how to cast on, cast off, and learn all the basic stitches and techniques. 15/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7025 Junk-Box Jewellery by Sarah Drew Published by A& C Black, 2nd October 2010 ISBN: 9781408122273 15/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7008 Sarah started by being inspired by buttons, and now repurposes all of materials in her crafts... 13/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7009 These delightful fuchsia fairies are oh-so-simple to make. They can be made in any colours you like or adapted to make a variety of different flower types - creating fairies for every occasion! 13/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=7002 Here's a last snatch at summer, through these cute handmade items! 11/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=6987 Tiny shells found on the beach can be turned into elegant silver jewellery and so help to preserve special holiday memories in real style. 08/10/2010 http://www.popularcrafts.com/news/article.asp?a=6953 As children we all spent hours playing with paper, colouring in, cutting out. It was absorbing and creative and here is a new way to make even more lovely things with paper! 29/09/2010