In spite of having the coldest Easter on record, we believe in the power of positive thinking, and we’re sure there’s warmer weather just round the corner. Now the clocks have gone forward, we’re starting to think about getting the garden into shape for some outdoor living, and we’re coveting…
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Textile homeware such as doorstops, cushions and fabric wreaths are an easy and attractive way to brighten up any home. Textile designer and artist Helen Rhodes talks to Sara Walker about her work. Helen’s from South Derbyshire, and has experimented with most forms of craft, but always returned to her…
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Spring is the time for new beginnings, which is why we traditionally associate the spring festival of Easter with eggs, an ancient pagan symbol of fertility.  This year, why not set the scene on Easter morning by using some of these gorgeous egg cups for your family breakfast? 1. The Big Tomato Company: Eggy soldiers…
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There are some stunning handmade crafts available for our homes, but have you ever wondered how they are made? Sara Walker caught up with textile and mixed media artist, Mel Anderson, to get the lowdown on felting. Mel Anderson is a textile artist based in Castle Donington, Derbyshire. Having originally…
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