At Create and Craft we believe that crafting is good for the soul, and providing inspirational and educational content to help you discover a life more creative is at the heart of everything we do. Dive into our blog to discover a wealth of crafting tips, techniques and tutorials designed to nurture your creativity, and help the whole family create moments that matter.
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Terracotta Pot Painting: Your Step-by-Step Guide
It’s a known fact among the plant-loving community that finding gorgeous houseplant pots that coordinate perfectly with your home decor can be a challenge (not to mention expensive!) But there’s no need to pull your hair out looking for the ideal pot… when you can […]
Pom Pom Coaster Tutorial For A Cosy Hygge Home
Here it is – the next installment of our absolutely gorgeous set of pom pom home decor projects, created by the talented Becky Cole! This playful little pom pom coaster is a great way to add a fun feel to the coffee table, and the […]
Garden Fun: How to Make a Bug Hotel
Create an inviting space for the garden bugs to come and live, with this fantastic tutorial from Penelope Quinn. Go on a scavenger hunt in the garden or the park to find pine cones, dry leaves, sticks and other things bugs like to hide in, […]
Add A Soft & Dreamy Finish With Our Pom Pom Dream Catcher
Introducing the first in our absolutely gorgeous new set of pom pom home decor projects, created by the talented Becky Cole! This simply beautiful pom pom dream catcher is ideal for adding a soft, dreamy finish to bedrooms and nurseries. We just love the gentle […]
DIY Hanging Plant Pots: With a Crafty Twist!
Looking for a crafty alternative to traditional hanging plant pots to bring a little colour, or botanical beauty, into your home this spring? Perfect for displaying dried flowers and herbs, these eye-catchingly elegant hanging clay envelopes are a pretty addition to any kitchen, and so […]
DIY Resin Bookmarks: Pressed Flowers in Your Fiction!
These DIY resin bookmarks are a delightfully easy make once you know how, and there are endless possibilities to be explored with pressed flowers, glitter and gold leaf. Check out Penelope Quinn’s step-by-step tutorial below, and make a few to give to people you love […]
Papercraft
Step By Step Origami Flower Curtain
Origami is a papercrafting favourite of ours at Create and Craft; it’s amazing what can be made from just one small square of paper…. and seeing all those small squares become one breathtaking project can be so gratifying! In this tutorial, Sarah Jackman-Read takes you […]
Whimsical Quilled Paper Plant Art [+ Free Template]
Quilling is such a mindful craft and, as ancient as it is, it’s easy to bring it up to date with a whimsical design or two. This quilled paper plant art is a great starting point for you to experiment with, even if you’re fairly […]
Make Your Own Paper Chinese Money Plant
Paper plants are a super cute way of filling small spaces in the home. You can make them as bright or as muted as you like, coordinate them with your home decor, and place them absolutely anywhere without having to worry about light or heat. […]
Quilling Tutorial For Beginners
Quilling is one of the oldest crafts out there, and yet it carries a wonderfully bold and modern appeal to papercrafters today, thanks to the incredibly array of colourful, intricate designs you can create! Here our quilling expert, Carla Bagshaw, takes you through a simple […]
Explore the Benefits of a Gratitude Journal
Journals are a really beautiful way to capture your moods and your creativity and are something to keep for posterity for years to come, and for future generations. Our journaling pro Carla Bagshaw is back with a fantastic exploration of the benefits of creating a […]
Junk Journal Tutorial with Carla Bagshaw
Junk journaling is one of the most mindful things to do for a creative mind. It is not the same as a bullet journal which, in essence, is a planner. A junk journal is, instead, an expression of you. It can be a reference of […]
Sewing
Spring Splendour: Embroidery on Tulle Tutorial
Spring is in the air, and we’re all SO looking forward to shaking off the darkness of winter, and brightening up our homes and our lives once more. And what better way to celebrate, than with a light and bright spring embroidery project from the […]
3D Embroidery Design: A Gift For Your Bestie!
Here’s a fantastic project to craft as a gift for your bestie – or simply an awesome piece of home decor for your own home. Check out Rebecca Cole’s tutorial below, and learn exactly how you can create a 3D embroidery design like this one! […]
Line Art Embroidery From The Heart
Fancy taking the traditional craft of embroidery, and giving it a contemporary twist? That’s exactly what Kelly Anne Jordan has done in her latest tutorial, with this beautiful line art embroidery piece. Check out Kelly’s project below, and discover how easy it is to create […]
Sew Your Own Craft Organizer
Whether you plan on embracing a new craft hobby this year, or keeping yourself busy with your favourite creative pastimes, this craft organizer is a must-make for keeping all your project supplies neat and tidy – and easy to get to work with at a […]
DIY Couple Jackets: A Gift for ‘The One’
What with everything 2020 has served up, there are a lot of us who have been left disappointed by postponed weddings, or pared-back ceremonies. But have heart, for true love conquers all… and in true crafty style, the lovely Becky Cole is here with a […]
Create Your Own Handy Face Mask Holder
This handy little face mask holder is the perfect way to ensure you always have a mask to hand, when popping out to the shops, or anywhere else where it’s required, without it getting crumpled up in the bottom of your handbag. Simply clip it […]