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The Crafty Exchange Is Officially One! A Year of Making, Discovering & Growing
News
Oct 6, 20266 min read

The Crafty Exchange Is Officially One! A Year of Making, Discovering & Growing

The Crafty Exchange is officially one! We’re celebrating an incredible first year of helping makers discover independent suppliers, creative inspiration and useful resources – and giving you a little hint at something very exciting coming next!

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Would You Save It? Giving Old Furniture a New Lease of Life
Conscious Crafting
Sep 13, 20267 min read

Would You Save It? Giving Old Furniture a New Lease of Life

Could these tired old conservatory chairs be saved? With some reused curtains, reclaimed zips, old wadding and a little confidence, they were given a completely new lease of life.

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Maker Spotlight: Meet Kay from Thread Needle Soul
Maker SpotlightNeedlecraft
Aug 12, 20266 min read

Maker Spotlight: Meet Kay from Thread Needle Soul

Discover how Thread Needle Soul founder Kay found peace through the mindful art of embroidery, and why she's on a mission to help others experience the calming power of creativity. In this inspiring Maker Spotlight, we talk about beginner-friendly stitching, the importance of slowing down, and how a simple needle and thread can help quiet a busy mind.

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Guide: Easy Invisible Zip Insertion by Janet Moville
GuideSewing
Aug 3, 20263 min read

Guide: Easy Invisible Zip Insertion by Janet Moville

Learn how to achieve a neat, professional finish with this foolproof invisible zip tutorial from dressmaker, tailor and sewing tutor Janet Moville of The Modern Approach Sewing School.

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Maker Spotlight: Meet Kate from Harriet's Duck
NeedlecraftMaker Spotlight
Jul 1, 20268 min read

Maker Spotlight: Meet Kate from Harriet's Duck

Welcome to the first in our new Maker Spotlight series, where we celebrate the talented people behind the handmade community. We chat to crochet designer Kate from Harriet's Duck about finding creativity, designing colourful patterns, crafting for mental wellbeing, and why the journey is just as important as the finished make.

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Guide: Getting Started with Leathercraft
GuideLeathercraft
May 28, 20263 min read

Guide: Getting Started with Leathercraft

Discover how to get started with leathercraft using simple tools, beginner-friendly techniques, and easy small leather projects like wallets, keyrings, and cardholders. Learn the basics of cutting, stitching, edge finishing, and working with vegetable-tanned leather.

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