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Snippets 20




Snippets 20, the Happiness issue is online now!


This issue has super happy musician Sia on the cover, interviews with BrewDog brewery, Operation Beautiful, DIY Couture, and musicians Marcella Puppini and The Oskar. We've also a contest to win the Book Of Awesome and much, much more...


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Cake Pops


Having a party soon? These cake pops would make the perfect party treat.


Check out the recipe from Little Miss Momma »


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The Ultimate DIY Competition


We've got a fanastic new crafting contest on Cut Out + Keep, organized by Carly J. Cais of Chic Steals. Enter your jewellery, clothing or accessory projects for a chance of winning an amazing selection of prizes!





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Bake Me I%27m Yours


The perfect collection for any home cook Bake Me I'm Yours comes complete with  3 books for baking cupcakes, cookies and chocolate.


With over 300 recipes and ideas for creating a variety of baked treats, you're sure to find something to satisfy your sweet tooth. Learn how to bake and decorate a stand of cupcakes such as New Year's cupcakes, Thanksgiving Treats, Mother's Day Flowers and Engagement Bling. Ice some delicious cookies including Funky Owls, Hot Lips, Baby Shower Booties and White Wedding Cookies. Finally, indulge with chocolate swirled Orchids, a Chocolate Wreath and Snowflake Cups.


With treats for every occasion, you'll never be caught out in the kitchen.


Pick up a copy of the book now from David & Charles »


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Grass Coffee Table


Bring the great out doors to your coffee table with a touch of grass.


Check out the how-to from Family Chic »


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DIY The Look%3A Dita Von Teese



Want to steal Dita's pin-up look? Here are some how-to's for DIYing her style:



  1. Go vintage with a DIY fascinator by frabjous.

  2. Try out Tori's Pin Up Gal makeover.

  3. Sip on Cat's classy French Martini.

  4. Slip in to a reversible corset like Anjeanette.

  5. Save money with some mock seamed stocking by LilyLilyRockabilly.

  6. Turn pants in to a vintage high-waisted pencil skirt with Kaylaa.

  7. Keep cool with a DIY feathered fan from Miss Cookie.

  8. DIY a pair of Louboutylicious heels like Charley H.


Who's style do you love?



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Simple Knitting


The queen bee of knitting Erika Knight is back with her new book Simple Knitting, a how-to-knit workshop with 20 desirable projects.


With easy to follow step-by-step illustrations, detailed photos to show how different stitches look when knitted, advice and trouble shooting, this book has everything you need to pick up stitches and start casting on your first project. Knit a Fold-Over Cushion, a Stripe Throw, fingerless Mittens, a Cable Scrap and Fair Isle Pin Cushion.


It may be summer but the park is the perfect place to learn how to knit and get started on your winter projects.


You can pick up a copy of the book now from Quadrille »


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Ice Cream Cupcakes


How cute are these ice cream tub cupcakes? Perfect for a picnic in the park.


Check out the recipe from Christy »


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A Homemade Life


The creator of acclaimed cooking blog Orangette, Molly Wizenberg has released her first book, A Homemade Life offering stories and recipes from her kitchen table.


A New York Times bestseller, the book is packed full of delicious recipes for cooking up a range of dishes such as Burg's French Toast, Espresso-Walnut Toffee, Roasted Eggplant Ratatouille, Scottish Scones, Butternut Soup, Chana Masala, Vanilla-Black Pepper Ice Cream and many others.


Each recipe is accompanied by a story to give you the inspiration and background behind the dish. Charming and homely, feel invited in to Molly's kitchen and learn the tricks of her trade.


You can pick up a copy of the book now from Simon & Schuster »


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Leather Leaf Necklace


Look super chic for the rest of the summer with this DIY leather leaf necklace.


Check out the how-to from Missie Krissie »


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