There’s something wonderfully satisfying about taking an everyday object and turning it into a piece of seasonal enchantment.  In this post, Jessie shows us exactly how she does it. Her decoupage Christmas bottle light begins life as an ordinary glass bottle, but with...

There’s something profoundly moving about crafting for babies who arrive in the world earlier than expected. Their hats are small, but the love behind them is enormous. Hospitals and neonatal units are always grateful for soft, gentle knits that help keep premature...

  Cyanotype is one of the oldest photographic printing processes, first discovered in 1842 by Sir John Herschel. It’s the origin of the term blueprint, thanks to the distinctive deep blue colour it produces. In its early days, cyanotype was used for copying...

  Glass painting has been a part of my life for over 25 years. I still remember starting out with just two colours of paint and a single outliner, decorating a personalised decanter and glasses as a wedding gift for family. What I love most is the versatility. ...

Bring a touch of winter magic indoors with this simple craft activity! Perfect for children of all ages, these sparkling snowflakes are fun to make and look great on windows during the festive season. Print a sheet of snowflake shapes from our website Snowflake...

Discover how shopping at Ochil Crafts helps local artisans thrive while you find one-of-a-kind, handmade treasures. From thoughtful gifts to the real people behind the products, this guide shows how easy, and rewarding it is to shop meaningfully in Grangemouth. Why...

Craft markets are buzzing with energy, colour, and creativity. They’re also competitive spaces, where dozens of makers are vying for customers’ attention. So how do you stand out and actually sell well? Here are nine practical tips to help you turn browsers into...

Welcome to a behind-the-scenes look at the artistry and care that goes into creating each of Anna’s beautiful Tree of Life gemstone pendants. These handcrafted pieces are more than just jewellery, they’re symbolic works of art. In this step-by-step guide, you’ll...

With just three different colours of card and some felt pens, you can create your own 'flying' ladybird that looks ready to take off! This simple craft includes a shape template, making it easy to bring your ladybird to life. To make this fun ladybird, you will need...

Carnations are a classic symbol of love and admiration, making them perfect for gifts, decorations, or a fun craft project.  Making these lovely paper carnations is super easy! Just grab a napkin, some thread and a piece of green paper. No napkins? No problem—you can...