Tales From a Happy House
This gorgeous-looking blog was created by Gillian Roe to celebrate her love of creating things. It has a great mixture of home and gift ideas. Some are quick and easy, others take longer and require more skill. But there’s something for everyone here. talesfromahappyhouse.com
Crafts on Sea
Looking for something fun and creative to do with your kids? Then visit this award-winning website written by mum-of-two Kate Williams. Here she shares the crafts and activities she does with her children. It’s packed with cheap and cheerful ideas for kids of all ages. And if you feel inspired yourself there’s a section dedicated to crafts for adults too. craftsonsea.co.uk
The Lovely Drawer
Crafting doesn’t get more stylish than Teri Muncey’s blog The Lovely Drawer. It’s full of DIY ideas to add a touch of homemade elegance to your home. There are some great fashion makes too. We love her five-minute pom-pom jewellery and the gorgeous DIY leather and gold clutch bag. thelovelydrawer.com
Oh Happy Day
If you’re planning a party and need some inspiration on how to dress it then look no further than Oh Happy Day’s fun-filled blog. It’s got DIY ideas for everything from cake toppers and party hats to place cards, favours and decorations. Kids will love making their paper plate party hats. ohhappyday.com
Studio DIY
If you like your crafts with a huge splash of colour then Studio DIY is the blog for you. It’s full of fun, quirky and bold projects. Learn how to make a fancy dress costumes that are guaranteed to make you stand out from the crowd. Or have a go at creating a rainbow wall latch hook wall hanging, a plush cactus or even a fruit-inspired storage basket. Who doesn’t want those in their lives? studiodiy.com
Heart Handmade UK
Love crafting but struggling to find the time? Then Claire Donovan’s Heart Handmade UK blog is for you. It’s full of ‘stupidly simple’ crafts and DIY projects so you can fit a bit of quick creativity into your life. The video and written tutorials are super-easy to follow. We love her whiteboard wall canvas. hearthandmade.co.uk
Bugs and Fishes
Laura Howard has a long list of new makes to keep her busy and she shares them on her blog Bugs and Fishes. Cute and quirky felt creations are her forte, but there are also some great knitting, embroidery, cross stitch and papercraft ideas on there too. We’re definitely going to have a go at making one of her felt lucky underpants brooches. bugsandfishes.blogspot.com
Poppytalk
Poppytalk is packed with great makes that will add a unique touch to your home. It has some quick and easy five-minute makes, like their candlestick cake stands, as well as some more challenging projects like their gorgeous paper flower wreath. They also have a whole section dedicated to some inspired Ikea hacks. poppytalk.com
Bespoke Bride
If you’re keen to add some unique handmade touches to your wedding then Bespoke Bride is for you. It is packed with DIY ideas covering everything from your hen do and wedding invites to decorations, flowers, favours and place holders. bespoke-bride.com
Tilly and the Buttons
If you’re anything like us, you LOVE watching the Great British Sewing Bee and wish you could be as handy with a needle and thread. So, we were excited to find former contestant Tilly Walnes blogging at Tilly and the Buttons with top sewing tips. We will definitely be having a go at trying to sew a seventies-inspired plaited belt detail onto our skirts. tillyandthebuttons.com
For lots of crafting inspiration, makes, and interviews, check out Take a Break Makes which is available to buy here.