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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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Jewellery Trends for 2024

I’ve been scouring the runways and searching YouTube and stalking Instagrammers to find out what’s on trend for 2024.

January 16, 2024

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Junk to Stunning Copper Jewellery & Artwork: Copperworkx Studio Tour

Andy and I spent the last two weeks touring around the North Island of New Zealand. It was such fun and we got to go to places we had never been before. One of those places was Coromandel.

January 9, 2024

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One Hour, One Chance: Creating a 1950s Pearl Necklace (What Went Wrong!)

You’ve got 1 hour left before you need to leave for a cocktail party and you don’t have a necklace that goes with your dress. What are you going to do?

December 19, 2023

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Make Loops Like a Pro

If you want to make loops like a pro, then you need to make this necklace.

December 12, 2023

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Mastering the Art of Ombré Twisted Necklaces

How many strands of beads can I fit into a bead cone? That’s the question for this tutorial.

December 5, 2023

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Engaging Activities for Kids: Creative and Fun Ideas to Keep Your Children Entertained

The World has changed a lot since my children were young. It’s driven by by technology! It's quite common for children to get absorbed in screens, whether it's watching TV, playing video games, or surfing the internet.

December 4, 2023

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Elevate Your Bracelet Making Skills: Unlock the Power of Cha Cha

Ohh, La, Cha, Cha, Cha! Let’s make a Cha Cha bracelet. I’ve made cha cha pieces before but I’ve never used them in a bracelet. This bracelet looks like a really complex piece of jewellery but please don’t be discouraged – it’s actually quite simple to make.

November 28, 2023

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The Brooch Trend - Sunflower Brooch Tutorial

Brooches are a huge trend this year and I absolutely love them. I’ve been wanting to make another brooch for some time and it’s good to finally do it. If you remember the last brooch I made, I had a bit of a disaster.

November 21, 2023