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Craft online: 2 easy arts and craft projects to do at home

Join the #MakeItYourselfMovement and learn how to make DIY pom poms and a gorgeous boho dream catcher.
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What are you doing in March?

Crafting, that’s what.

We’ve joined forces with Spotlight to officially declare March as Craft Month. Why? Well, why not? There are a million reasons for getting creative; here are just some of them:

  • It’s fun (for all ages)

  • It’s a cheap and easy way of sprucing up your home

  • You can create something unique and personal

  • It’s a great way of practicing mindfulness

  • You make memories, not just an object (soppy, but true)

  • It gives you a sense of achievement

  • There’s literally a craft out there for everyone

  • If you’re good at it, it can be a nice little earner

  • It improves your patience and co-ordination

So, now that you’re fully on board with Craft Month, here’s how you can get involved!

Join us for two DIY Facebook Live events where we’ll be having a digital crafternoon (OK, morning) making glorious boho dreamcatchers and on-trend pom poms.

When: Sunday 5 March

Time: 11am

Who: Lorelei Barkley from Craftmumship

What: Lorelei will show you how to make a gorgeous lace and crochet boho dreamcatcher for your home.

Where: Homes+ Facebook page, The Australian Women’s Weekly Facebook page, Woman’s Day Facebook page and Real Living Facebook page (we’ll be streaming on all four Facebook pages simultaneously so join us on any!).

You’ll need: Find the full list of supplies below.

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When: Sunday 12 March

Time: 11am

Who: Cintia Gonzalez from My Poppet

What: Cintia will show you how to make super jazzy and on-trend pom poms for your keychains and bags.

Where: Homes+ Facebook page, The Australian Women’s Weekly Facebook page, Woman’s Day Facebook page and Real Living Facebook page (we’ll be streaming on all four Facebook pages simultaneously so join us on any!).

You’ll need: Find the full list of supplies below.

MISSED THIS FACEBOOK LIVE? WATCH IT NOW:

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Raring to get crafting? Here’s a list of what you’ll need to make these at home. You can find everything at Spotlight.

Boho dreamcatcher supplies list:

  • Embroidery hoops in a few different sizes

  • Bamboo hoops in a few different sizes

  • White/cream lace strips in a few different sizes

  • Lace/doily fabric

  • Scissors

  • Needle and white thread

  • White perle cotton

  • Pin cushion

  • Pom poms (or a pom pom maker)

  • White feathers

  • Wooden beads

  • White pearl paper

Pom poms supplies list:

  • Pom pom maker (we recommend this Pom Pom Loom)

  • Yarn in assorted bright colours

  • Embroidery floss

  • Tapestry needle

  • Crochet hook

  • Bag Chick Swivel Clips in Silver (4 pack)

  • Assorted colour wooden beads

Brought to you by Spotlight. Pick up everything you need for Craft Month in store now.

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