![Two-Tone Crochet Flower](https://b3101500.smushcdn.com/3101500/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/two-tone-crochet-flower-centred-Crafting-Fingers-200x200.jpg?lossy=1&strip=1&webp=1)
Two-Tone Crochet Flower
It’s time to celebrate! Every month in 2013 I’m learning a new craft, and now I’m halfway through. In January, Crafting Fingers went live. After celebrating midnight on New Year’s I rushed home and published the first post on Crafting Fingers….
![Putting Potatoes to Work](https://b3101500.smushcdn.com/3101500/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/potatoprinting-first-attempt-200x200.png?lossy=1&strip=1&webp=1)
Putting Potatoes to Work
Cork and rubber have been fun materials to work with, but this weekend I decided to go for a homier approach to stamping. Potatoes are cheap and easy to cut, so they’re a lot of fun to experiment with. Take a…
![How to Fake Calligraphy (the right way)](https://b3101500.smushcdn.com/3101500/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/fakingcalligraphy-200x200.png?lossy=1&strip=1&webp=1)
How to Fake Calligraphy (the right way)
If you’ve thought about trying calligraphy, this technique is perfect for jumping in risk-free. There’s no guesswork, there’s no mess, and all you need are a couple pencils. (Plus a suitable surface. Paper will do. Or a wall, you know,…
![DIY Lazy Daisy embroidered lavender pillow](https://b3101500.smushcdn.com/3101500/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/lavenderpouch-200x200.png?lossy=1&strip=1&webp=1)
DIY Lazy Daisy embroidered lavender pillow
If you’re in a spring-tidy spirit like me (or just love lavender!) this embroidered lavender pillow is a cute evening’s project and perfect for beginners.
![DIY Cork Board Thread Art](https://b3101500.smushcdn.com/3101500/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/threaded-heart-in-progress-200x200.jpg?lossy=1&strip=1&webp=1)
DIY Cork Board Thread Art
I know, I know! It’s over a month away, but I can’t help it. Valentine’s Day is such a wonderful day of the year. It’ll be my first Valentine’s in Britain, and I have to say I’m looking forward to…