Blog posts
April 25, 2025
An easy way to bring Spring to your Easter table
Looking for a way to decorate your Easter table in style? These handmade Liberty fabric placemats add a touch of elegance and Spring colour.

The best presents for Mothers Day?
The best gifts aren't the expensive ones - they're the heartfelt, homemade ones that your kids bring back from school. But it's really lovely when someone has arranged for them...

Mothering Sunday or Mother's Day - when did it all get so commercial?
When I was young, Mothering Sunday was only really a “thing” if you were in Brownies. You went to church on Sunday morning in your brown uniform, itchy brown bobble...

Party, party, party!
After the big back-to-school rush it's tempting to think that life will settle down a bit now. But.......I know that's not really how it works. There are sports clubs, after...

How nickynackynoo can solve your present-giving problems!
Do you ever get that feeling when you suddenly remember there's an upcoming birthday and you haven't got a clue what to get? It's the story of my life. There...

Uncomfortable sewing
How I learned to sew and why a 70s sewing table brought back so many memories.

5 Reasons Why a personalised hot water bottle cover is a great gift in these cold, cold months!
A personalised hot water bottle cover really makes a great gift for all ages. Not only does it provide warmth and comfort, but it also allows you to show your...