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Ashly C.
Ashly recreates the stylish office of Leslie Knope from the set of Parks and Recreation.
Leslie Knope's office isn't so much stylish, modern or cool, but definitely adorable and quirky. Her character spends a lot of time in her office compiling cute custom binders, having witty conversations and eating JJ's diner waffles with extra whip cream. Here are some projects that Leslie would definitely recommend just from seeing her work space.
Amy Watkins is an illustrator, blogger, and DIY enthusiast in sunny Southern California. As the creative mind behind Cozy Reverie blog, she strives to inspire originality and imagination for all who love art, fashion, and craft. She recently launched her online shop, featuring patterns inspired by her illustrations.
We're experimenting with Teeling Whiskey in this week's Cocktail Hour and mixing up a Manhattan, Irish Cream and an Apple & Whisky Cake.
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Alex W.
Outfit Details
- Navy Stripe Tee -Target
- Teal Skirt - DIY (see below)
- Cognac Flats -Charlotte Russe
- Skinny Belt -fortuity (local boutique)
- Earrings -Francesca's
- Watch -Target
DIY Pleated Mini
Recreate the look with Alex's J. Crew Factory Dupe inspired pleated skirt tutorial.
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KakesKaty
The best thing about living in Brighton is the variety of things here. There is a shop to buy almost anything. There are the big chain shops in Churchill square and the laines have lots of independent shops selling lots of things. There are also several tourist attractions that are great fun.
Sew a Liberty & Chambray Throw with Alewives Fabrics in Nobleboro, Maine
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Maggie O.
Come behind the scenes at Maggie Overby Studios and tour Maggie's Sewing & Craft Room in Heilsbronn, Germany.
My favorite thing about my space is that it has a door to close. I know that sounds silly but when I am in the middle of "making magic" it usually looks like something exploded in there. So a door means I can work and make a mess to my heart's content and when I'm done for the day close the door. When I first started sewing I actually sewed in a closet, since them I have worked my way up to a corner of the living room, then I took over the dining room, and now I finally have a room of my own. Having this space means I am free to create any time I’d like without worry of my work being disturbed.
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Agy
Agy from Green Issues by Agy recreates the effortless style of Livia Firth.
Livia Firth (aka Mrs Darcy) has effortless style, and what makes her stand out from the crowd is that only does she go for simple yet elegant pieces, but she also wears second hand and ethical!
Make some Prosecco, Strawberry And Popping Candy Truffles with the Meringue Girls in London.
(Photography by David Loftus.)
Book of the Week »
Hexagon Happenings
We chat to Carolyn, give you the chance to win the book and learn how-to make her Hexagon Bag.
I have been stitching since my teenage years, and patchwork has always been part of that. I went to college in Bath, studying for a teaching degree in textiles. Whilst working for the shop Laura Ashley I took the City and Guilds course in Patchwork and Quilting , really just to have a bit of focus, and to finish things. I am great at starting, but not everything gets finished. I worked The Quilt Room in Dorking for a number of years teaching there also. When I left to self publish my first book “Quilting on the Go”, I stayed there as a teacher, where I still regularly teach today. Over the years I have had quilts appear in various British and foreign magazines, and have now had 7 books published.