Crafting Archives - Victoria Peat

The days are getting longer and the weather is getting longer (other than another brief spell of snow over the weekend!), Easter is nearly here! I am ready for winter to be over now. I've had enough! Have you noticed that you are starting to be drawn to lighter colours in your sewing and crafting? I know I have. I am…

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World Book Day 2017 :: Amelia Jane and Mary Poppins

LittleBlackDuckMarch 2, 2017

World Book Day is upon us and this year we have a Mary Poppins and an Amelia Jane. Charlotte decided early on that she wanted to be Amelia Jane as she really loves those stories. She reads them over and over again. Amelia Jane really is a naughty doll! Charlotte has modelled herself on the most recent incarnation of Amelia Jane.…

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Sew Before Social :: start your day creating, not consuming

LittleBlackDuckFebruary 1, 2017

I read an article on The Craft Industry Alliance Blog a while back about starting your day with creating rather than consuming. That is, spend time creating something (anything) before you spend time consuming social media. I realised that I do indeed spend half an hour every morning whilst lying in bed/waking up scrolling through facebook, instagram and email. Seriously, that’s…

Facets of the Heart Foundation Paper Piecing Pattern

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New Pattern :: Facets of the Heart a foundation paper piecing pattern

LittleBlackDuckJanuary 22, 2017

I’m so pleased to announce the launch of my newest Foundation Paper Piecing Pattern, ‘Facets of the Heart’ I was looking around for a heart fpp pattern but couldn’t find one that was nicely rounded and took my fancy, so I got to work on designing a pattern of my own! I’ve come up with a design that is indeed nicely…

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Tilda Bumblebee Range Blog Hop

LittleBlackDuckJanuary 9, 2017

Have you seen that Tilda have a new range out? It’s called the Bumblebee range and it’s out now! Sew and So are organising a blog hop and they have asked for me to take part again. How nice of them! I seem to be in good company too….check out their blog post to see the schedule and who is involved.…

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NEW Pattern :: Reindeer Applique

LittleBlackDuckDecember 20, 2016

I really love making children’s clothes. I guess it’s because they are small and cute and come together so quickly. Applique is a great skill and using applique on a t-shirt is a great way of creating something fun and unique. Applique is a relatively quick and simple skill and if you’ve got a stash like I do, more often…

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Feature :: Drawstring Bags for Bag Making Essentials

LittleBlackDuckDecember 14, 2016

Looking for a quick make in the run up to Christmas? I have designed this simple drawstring bag for Bag Making Essentials issue 3 It’s a simple make that only involves straight line sewing so it’s perfect for confident beginners or those looking for a quick make. In this edition of Bag Making Essentials I also show you how to print…

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FREE Pattern :: Reindeer Decoration

LittleBlackDuckDecember 8, 2016

The eagle-eyed amongst you will have noticed that the Free Reindeer Cushion Pattern that I launched not long ago also had a second set of pattern pieces on the download. As a little bonus I have downsized the pattern so that you can make a felt decoration to hang on your tree! REINDEER DECORATION INSTRUCTIONS Finished size 3.5″ high x…

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Reverse Applique Woven Heart Hoop Art :: Tilda Blog Hop

LittleBlackDuckAugust 11, 2016

Today I am sharing with you a tutorial for some Hoop Art using two of the prints from the fabulous Tilda Autumn 2016 Cabbage Rose collection. REVERSE APPLIQUE WOVEN HEART :: HOOP ART Materials Required Background Fabric (Ikea Linen) :: 11" square :: 7" square Iron-on/Fusible interfacing :: Two 7" squares :: One 11" square Two Coordinating prints :: 13" x…

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FREE :: Mini Bunting for Doorway Puppet Theatre

LittleBlackDuckMay 6, 2015

Did you see the Portable Doorway Theatre that I designed for Issue 11 of Love Sewing magazine? I think it’s one of my most favourite things I’ve ever made and the girls certainly love it too! I have written a tutorial for making a little row of bunting to hang from the top of your Doorway Puppet Theatre, you know, just…

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