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# basic stitch

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Basic Stitch: I tried to recreate this €4 IKEA stool from my favourite DIYer

Will it pass the arse test?

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Mar 23rd 2019, 11:00 AM

Basic Stitch: I tried to hem my own trousers because my mam is sick of my shite

Have I made a terrible mistake?

6.0k

Mar 16th 2019, 6:00 PM

Basic Stitch: I tried to Pinterest some old jars 'cause I wasn't arsed going to the bottle bank

Worth the effort?

6.2k

Mar 3rd 2019, 3:00 PM

Basic Stitch: Making your own tassel earrings takes less time than ordering off AliExpress

But is it as easy though?

1.9k

Feb 23rd 2019, 11:00 AM

Basic Stitch: How to make (and shake) your pom poms

Fancy getting crafty?

2.4k

Feb 16th 2019, 11:00 AM