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Well, this is a new expedition!
I'm just getting back into the world of crafting, but with a new hobby...





... I've done Hannah (and her friend Jess) hair wraps, and think I would like to start selling tie-in hair wraps













...I've also started making bracelets - starting off simple and hoping to branch out a little as I get to grips with new ideas and techniques, although I am very pleased with the few I have made already (and it's keeping the kids happy - Bonus!)




I'm planning to use this blog as a personal log of new things I try and what I learn along the way

Well, it's getting late, so I'll see how this first post turns out and update again soon

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