Dainty Crocheted flowers

These crocheted flowers by Melbourne's Boutique Creation are adorable. The possibilities are endless - add to snap clips, bobby pins or brooch backs, hats and so on. Measuring a dainty 3cm in width, they are crocheted in cotton and have a matching button sewn through the middle. Coming in a pack of 5 flowers, colours will include a pink, lime, blue, purple & chocolate. Also available are packs of 5 flowers in, Salmon Pink, Pretty Blue, Deep Purple

If you would like larger quantities, just ask!

Find out more about Kylie from Boutique Creations in this month's newsletter interview.

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New Tea Time ribbon has just arrived

This new design from Rosa Pomar is just adorable and has just been added to the online store.

Would you have body art for your craft?

When I found a sewing related tattoo on Flickr images I thought I would try a search. I was amazed to see just how many craft enthusiasts have had their love of this art form etched onto their body. What's more, there is a Flickr group called Sewing Tattoo!

Make your own Eco Bags

Having recently signed up to be part of 1millionwomen.com.au, I've pledged to reduce my co2 emissions by 1 tonne within the year.

 There are now numerous patterns, both pdf and paper, on how to make eco bags.

Crochet Eco Bag patterns.

1. This image is from Lazy T Crochet for her originally designed crochet market bag, available in PDF form.
2. Cute striped crochet tote is a free pattern available here.
3. A crocheted string market bag pattern from The Tree Bridge in pdf form, is light weight and the ideal size to keep in your car.
4. This bag also is lined with inbleached muslin to make it extra sturdy. From Soubrette Art
5. This vintage gem is from Lost Craft Patterns available on etsy
6. Taken from the Eco Art blog is this great free crocheted tote pattern.

Fabric Eco Bag Patterns. Basically any bag that is reusable and not made from plastic can be consider an eco bag, but usually they are totes or sling bags. There are oodles of patterns available, here are just a few.

1. Melly & Me's Poppy pattern is available right here at The Haby Goddess
2. Available from Australian Pippijoe is a paper pattern for her Sling bag
3. This Emma Market tote is fully reversible & available on etsy as a PDF
4. For something a little bit fancy, try this Amy Butler Birdie Sling (there are heaps of online stockists.
5. Very chic Tanya Whelan Metro Bag downloadable pattern (she also has the most adorable fabrics)

Turkish Organza & Satin Flowers

These beautiful organza & satin flowers are the work of Turkish Artisan Milky Supplies. They are handmade and will enhance any crafting product. Uses for the flowers are endless - add to bags, hats, hair accessories, cushions and more. Coming in a variety of colours and sizes. Each flower is approx 4-5 cm in diameter (2 inches)

Available now in the online store

Wild Child Doll Kits

Finally arriving all the way from Alaska are these gorgeous Wild Child Doll Kits from Pulp Design.

The kit includes fabric panels for all three Matryoshka dolls as pictured, with a light denim fabric backing piece and written instructions. The dolls are 11", 10", and 9" tall and are posted as a large letter so postage is minimal.