Start a tradition by making an advent calendar for your family to use year after year

Doll's clothes can have the personal touch too, give these patterns a try

Make a ballgown for a 30cm doll with this easy-to-follow pattern

Make a bride dress for a 30cm doll with this easy-to-follow pattern

Make a ballet skirt for a 30cm doll with this easy to follow pattern

Make a flower-print dress for a 30cm doll with this easy-to-follow pattern

This versatile design is perfect for a home office or hall

Give mismatched china a new life and create a pretty gift or table centre

Get one-of-a-kind fashion by personalising an old favourite

These bracelets are a simple and stylish thing to make - ideal to sell at a fête

Minimal sewing and minimal materials to make this chic accessory. By Adrienne Wyper

Make them from oddments of pretty printed cotton fabrics