Happy holidays!!

Christmas Greetings

Hey guys! Here are super big hugs. I hope you’re having an amazing holiday season and looking forward to the new year. Before I take a break and enjoy my favourite time of year, I would like to wish you,

A Very Merry Christmas And A Great 2013!!

Christina (aka blackfrangipani)

DIY: Beautiful miniature chest of drawers made from matchboxes tutorial

Upcycling ordinary matchboxes to a work of art

Miniature Matchbox Chest Tutorial

I’m very excited about this tutorial on transforming a pack of matchboxes into a lovely miniature chest of drawers. It’s something like the ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan, but better. The transformation that takes place step by step is amazing. Let’s get started … Continue reading

DIY: Amineko the mischievous cat

Ameniko is designed by Nekoyama

I enjoy making Christmas presents. But I didn’t realise that I would have so much fun with a particular present I made for a child. It’s a Japanese cat called Amineko.

I took an instant liking to this mischievous-looking feline and I know that parting with him would be difficult. And so, today, I’ve started crocheting another Amineko. This time, he’ll be a Christmas present for myself. Take a look at Amineko. Isn’t he adorable? Continue reading