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I write about all sorts of yummy things I create in the kitchen as well as my little projects, interior design, family, travel and the things I tinker with. I love to get comments on my blog. I'd love to hear from you. Sign up to get updates in your Inbox. I don't post every day so you won't be flooded with emails. Enjoy!

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Effortlessly Hide a Sliding Knot on Your Bracelet | My Pro Tip

Do you love the convenience of a sliding knot on a bracelet or necklace but you don’t like the look? This tutorial will show you what you can do to cover the knot and make it look pretty while you’re wearing a bracelet with a sliding knot.

August 14, 2023

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What's Not to Love - Butterfly & Leaf Necklace

Butterflies and leaves – what’s not to love about a garden necklace?

August 10, 2023

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Adding Texture | The ULTIMATE Jewellery Guide Part 7

In this last part (7) of the Ultimate Jewellery Guide series of interviews with Imogen Lamport from Inside Out Style Blog we are discussing how adding texture can add something special to your outfit and jewellery.

August 7, 2023

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Why I NEED Super Simple Earrings?

It’s the middle of winter where I live in New Zealand and, as I looked out my window at the wind and rain, I thought it might be nice to make something that reminds me of summer. Today I’m using 8/0 seed beads to make a fun pair of pastel spiral earrings.

August 3, 2023

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How to Choose the Right Pot for Your Plant

It’s an important question – if you choose the wrong pot, your plant won’t thrive and, in the worst case, it could die. There’s not much to know but I thought I’d share it today.`

August 1, 2023

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What's Contrast & Value? | The ULTIMATE Jewellery Guide

In my opinion this part (part 6) of the Ultimate Jewellery Guide series of interviews with Imogen Lamport from Inside Out Style Blog is one of the most important.

July 31, 2023

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Get a Professional Finish with Bead Tips - Blue Teardrop Necklace

Have you ever used a bead tip to complete your necklace or bracelet? I’m going to discuss what they are and how to use them and, in the process make a beautiful blue and black teardrop necklace.

July 27, 2023

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Discover Your Signature Colours | The ULTIMATE Jewellery Guide

In part 5 in my series of interviews with Imogen Lamport from Inside Out Style Blog we are talking about choosing the right colour clothing and jewellery.

July 25, 2023