How to make a Converse Cake
Fun ideas for custom cakes Converse are a classic shoe brand synonymous with canvas shoes. Would you eat a cake in the shape of a shoe? Back in 2015 I was commissioned to make a cake based on a client’s favourite pair of shoes! I had never tackled something like shoes before but I thought I’d give it a go. I didn’t take too many pictures at the time but I thought I’d post what I had. Converse cake: Step by Step First the shoe First I baked a rectangular cake which I then carved into shape using a sharp knife, many research images and small cuts. Next I…
How to make homemade dog biscuits
Our cuddly canines (both real and knitted) love our homemade dog biscuits packed with oats, carrots and apples-they make the perfect puppy snack! We don’t know about your pups but ours are always hungry and looking for a snack. Whilst pet shops, supermarkets and discount stores have a wide range of products sometimes you just want to know they are having something simple. Much like our own processed food dog snacks can have literally a paragraph of ingredients. Dogs are omnivores so carbohydrates and plants are an important part of their diets. It’s important that they have a balanced diet with everything they need. This can be from complete…
How to make mini bottle jewellery
How to make necklaces out of mini glass bottles Glass bottles are a very cute addition to a craft stash but it can be hard to know what to do with them! Recently I’ve been making these super cute bottle necklaces. I used lots of different things to decorate mine but there are just a few essentials you need to make your own! What do you need to make glass bottle necklaces? How to turn the supplies into jewellery All you need to do is think of an idea, decorate the outside of the bottle (such as with stickers on the glass or charms on ribbons or attached to…
Tate and Lyle Chocolate Filo Rolls
Sweet treats using filo pastry-recipe ideas Looking for a sweet treat for the weekend or as a loving gift? Chocolate filo rolls just hit that spot for the perfect balance of sweet, salty and crunchy! We created these Chocolate spread rolls from the Tate and Lyle website. Check out the original recipe here We personally thought they looked more attractive rolled the opposite way so they were chunkier and shorter. We also used Lindt chocolate spread which was delicious. The filo forms the perfect crunch especially when paired with the soft insides. These rolls lasted in an air tight box for about a week and were a delicious chocolate hit! What…
Craft Resolutions for 2024
New Year’s Resolution Ideas for Crafters Setting New Year’s Craft Resolutions is a great way to hit the New Year running. Craft Resolutions, Using up the craft stash… This year we have set ourselves a challenge of “using up the craft stash”. This entails limiting new purchases and finishing ongoing projects-including old ongoing projects! Obviously, some purchases will be made whether it is an essential item to finish a project (I do however currently have a ton of half used glues?!) or something just irresistible. What are the benefits of “using up”? By doing this we hope to… Accountability for Craft Resolutions Accountablilty is so important for New Year’s and Craft…
Review of SMART Majority Chocolatier diploma
Developing new sweet skills in Chocolate Taking a Chocolatier diploma is a great idea to expand your creativity and repertoire as a baker. If you have been thinking about expanding your skills you may of looked at online courses including ones by a company called SMART Majority. After seeing a Wowcher for a Chocolatier course we thought we would give it a go! Basics of the Chocolatier Diploma This SMART Majority course claims to take you from basics to advanced in just 12 modules. By covering everything from the understanding of bar to bean to specific recipes. We learnt everything from the history of chocolate to the best way…
What ‘Food’ day is it today?
A compendium of food and craft related ‘days’ to celebrate throughout the year! Ever woken up and wondered what food day is it today? Or perhaps you run a social media page and sometimes struggle with thinking of the right foodie based content. Well fear no more! I have scoured the internet, calendars and a great page I found aptly called Days of the Year and collated a list of food/foodie inspired events happening throughout the year! Below you will find each month with any moving events or monthly themes at the top followed by the days of the month. January Veganuary month Soup month Oatmeal month Burns night 1st…
How to design your own tote bags
You can decorate tote bags with Sharpies! Decorated tote bags are a great way to show off personality on a really useful product. Creating some unique and interesting tote bag designs is simple with Sharpie permanent markers. These make great gifts or the perfect way to show off your own unique style. Sharpie themselves have a great DIY project on their site using stencils to decorate a rucksack. Here I’ve created a whole range of Christmas designs which work really well as a stocking filler or filled with small gifts! How to create decorated tote bags First you need to buy or create a tote bag. A wide range…
Painted and Decorated Shoe DIY
How to create unique shoes Unique shoes are a great way to show off your style and personality. Recently I started taking commissions for hand painted shoes. I have also had a go at decoupaging shoes and rhinestones as well. The shoes are unique and made to order perfect for the individual. Decorating shoes can be very time-consuming. But it is by far the best way to get some great unique shoes! How to create decoupage shoes Decoupaging is the application of glue covered paper to a surface. These are then ‘sealed’ when finished. Decoupage can be done to any ‘shiny’ shoes such as patent etc. Paper can be…
Meet the Cuddly Canines
The paws behind the humans Our cuddly canines provide an endless amount of inspiration love and general cuteness. updated September 23 I thought I would share a quick introduction of our wonderful pack of mutts… (Far right) Amber was the oldest, a Jack Russell, who passed away in Spring 2023. She went blind in her mid-life but she was quite the athlete in her time. She adored the seaside and was completely ball obsessed. Amber inspired us and helped us understand the struggles dog owners face when trying to deal with changes in their beloved pets. Our Cuddly Canines (Then left to to right)Isabella, a Jack Russell x Shih…
