Save your favourite pair of jeans. A little more unusual repair than a rip in the knee is the edge of the front pocket. This […]
Mend-Darn-Patch Jeans – Front Pocket Worn Edge
Mend-Darn-Patch Jeans – Rip Knee Area
Save your favourite jeans. By mending them, you extend their life. Celebrate and embellish them with a visible mend and the imperfect stitch. If your […]
I have been crocheting for a wildlife charity
When I’m not working on something for Cwtch Lifestyle, I’m likely to be crocheting for a British Wildlife charity fundraiser. I belong to a group […]
Boro is a traditional practice now used in modern visible mending
Japanese Boro, the ancient art of mending Boro, a Japanese textile tradition born out of necessity, has transcended its humble origins to become a celebrated […]
Needles – darning, mending, embroidery & hand sewing.
Whatever needles you buy Or sewing notions, accessories, or tools, always buy the best quality you can afford or find. The lay-out cost for better […]
Embroidery threads & floss for mending & darning
There are many different types of embroidery threads or floss The cotton 6-strand floss found in skeins is the most commonly available embroidery threads – […]
The Heart of a Cwtch Lifestyle, Ten Key Points
Cwtch, pronounced coo-ch, literally means snuggling up or cuddling with a loved one, a safe place, or a cubbyhole. Hugge is the Danish word pronounced […]
Hawthorn Berries, wild harvest
Hawthorn Berries (Crataegus oxycanthoides) are found in hedgerows and can be harvested from September to October, depending on how warm the summer has been. Take […]