Making our cross-stitch elephant cushion is so easy with these simple instructions. If you’re a fan of embroidery and cross-stitch, then this is the sewing project for you. Stitch three…
Everything you need to know about knitting needles
Technical Knitting Editor, Tina Egleton, has compiled this informative guide on the different types of knitting needles and choosing the right size for your project. Below is a list of…
Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood’s best baking tips – if you want to up your baking game
The king and queen of baking share their top five tips...
How To Make: A catnip cat toy
Finished size: 10 x 5cm plus tail How to make a catnip cat toy You will need Tracing paper and pencil 20cm square of patterned cotton fabric 15cm square of…
How to sort your skin problems
There can be numerous reasons for rashes, itches and other annoying skin problems. ‘To get the help you need, start by looking at where your problem’s located, what it feels…
A dog doorstop to sew for your home
Follow our instructions and you’ll have a cute dog doorstop for your home in 3-4 hours. You will need: ✤ Access to a photocopier ✤ Tracing paper and pencil ✤…
‘Lockdown made me miss my mum’ Emmerdale star Lisa Riley opens up on what life in isolation has taught her
However, that nearly changed during lockdown, when they decided they were getting on so well it felt like the right time to make things official. ‘I’m normally a real workaholic,…
Expert tips for looking after your teeth if you’ve not seen the dentist during lockdown
Taking care of your teeth is especially important during these times, when lockdown restrictions can mean that surgeries may be closed and seeing a dentist can become tricky. What you…
Woman’s Weekly Stitch Guide: How to do blanket stitch
It's week three of our stitch guide...
The causes of thinning hair and greying locks
We have more than 100,000 hairs on our head and on an average day around 100 fall out. They grow at about half an inch per month until they reach…
How To Make: A fish bag for your laundry
These fish bags with drawstring fastening make ideal laundry holders and are fun for all the family Materials: how to make a fish bag Fish template ½m of…
Explore the UK’s incredible ancient monuments on these historic hikes
England is dotted with famous monuments and historic sites, from ancient burial grounds and abandoned mines to standing stones, stone circles and icons from far more recent times. A fabulous…
Top tips for preventing germs in the home – and unexpected germ spots
The worst place to…put your handbag ✘ The kitchen counter Handbags collect germs from public transport, public toilets and restaurant floors. Studies indicate up to 10,000 bacteria per square inch…
How To: Transfer a photo onto fabric
Make sure you never forget those holiday snaps with our clever how-to guide on how to make your favourite photos into stunning cushions. You won’t believe how easy it is, once…
Little Green Hearts for Childline – free patterns
The NSPCC has launched their Still Here for Children appeal, in response to COVID-19. This has enabled the charity to continue vital services, like Childline, so they can be there…
11 things you didn’t know about Mel and Sue
Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins have undoubtedly become one of the nation’s best-loved presenting duos over the years. Best known for appearing on the BBC’s The Great British Bake Off,…
Looking for alternatives to a lawn? Here are three beautiful options
It’s not surprising many of us are looking for alternatives to a lawn. Because grass needs a great deal of care and attention to look its best. There’s regular mowing…
‘We’ve only ever had one row’ Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins reveal why their 30-year friendship is so precious to them
The closeness and affection between them is clear – they even have pet names for each other – Mel is ‘Melly’ and Sue is ‘Perks,’ – and they’re on such…
‘I’ve always loved a good story’ Sir Kenneth Branagh reveals how telling tall tales is in his nature
Now the 59-year-old reveals it was his childhood in Belfast that spawned his love of storytelling. ‘There were a lot of us. My mother had 11 siblings, my father had…
How To Knit: Understanding basic knitting abbreviations
Having trouble working out what the abbreviations mean on knitting patterns? Follow our guide to basic knitting abbreviations. Practically all knitting patterns use some sort of abbreviations. Each pattern will…