The Crafty Damsel Journal

Creative ideas, meaningful moments, thoughtful gifts and inspiration for making more time to create.

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A silk scarf painted with pink and black leopard markings, stretched on a wooden frame on a table at home, with dye and brushes beside it.

Creative Hobbies

Ways to make something with your hands.

Two women working with clay together at a table in a pottery studio, surrounded by tools and finished pots.

Time Together

Creative afternoons shared with the people you love.

A handmade silk bead necklace and bracelet in turquoise, pink and purple, beside a matching turquoise pouch on a pale background.

Thoughtful Gifts

Handmade presents that mean something.

Ania sewing leather at a sewing machine while working on a handmade project.

Creative Confidence

Gentle encouragement for starting, and for carrying on.

Thoughtful Gifts

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A handmade silk bead necklace and bracelet in turquoise, pink and purple, beside a matching turquoise pouch on a pale background.

Thoughtful Gifts

Christmas Gifts for Crafty Women Who Love Making Things

Thoughtful Christmas presents for a woman who makes things, from handmade pieces and experiences to time spent together.

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A handmade picture frame edged with tightly rolled paper spirals, holding a black and white photograph of a baby, on pale wooden boards.

Thoughtful Gifts

Gifts for Creative People: Thoughtful Ideas Beyond More Craft Supplies

How to choose a present for someone who makes things, when they already own every brush, thread and tool they need.

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Discover Silk Painting

Explore colourful techniques, creative ideas and courses designed to help you enjoy the process of making something of your own.

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