Sugar Plum crochet blanket with Jane Czaja

In this workshop, Jane shows you how to create a lovely blanket.  Using King Cole Twirly Tweed Chunky means that all that amazing colour variation is done for you. The pattern uses a simple 4-row pattern and the criss cross treble stitch.  There are workshop notes for subscribed members and an instant download of the pattern in the Shop Watch Now+

Redwork hand embroidery with Gail Penberthy

In this comprehensive workshop Gail shares with you how to create a wide variety of projects using the simple embroidery backstitch and red stranded thread. She talks you through how to transfer the design onto your work; the needles and thread she likes to use;  suggestions for finishing the projects and also what else you might use the templates for. Watch Now+ 

Gail also has a series of redwork patterns available in the Shop Learn More+

BOOK OF THE MONTH – Crumb Quilts by Emily Bailey

With the climate firmly in the news, why not enjoy scrap quilting the zero waste way with our Book of the Month – Crumb Quilts by Emily Bailey. Tiny fabric scraps or ‘crumbs’ don’t have to end up in the bin. You can learn how to use these crumbs to create 15 beautiful quilts and quilted projects, including full-size bed quilts and smaller projects including a pillow and pin cushion, to bust your stash. Packed full of tips and tricks for how to group fabric colours and prints in order to get the best results, there are also step-by-step instructions for the projects as well as
how to make fabric from ‘crumbs’. As our Book of the Month for November 2021, it comes with FREE P&P within the UK Buy Now +

Painting with Pens from Paula Doyle

In this workshop. Paula shares with us this neat idea where she uses Sharpie pens.  Other fabric pens would work too. She creates this lovely colourful piece of fabric. There is also no need to pay too much attention to the lines either! Watch Now +

Stained Glass with Jennie Rayment

Based on the traditional Hexagon shape, Jennie shows you how you create this block. She talks about making a simple light-box which could be useful for other projects too – but don’t forget the one that comes built into your house – your windows! Bias comes in a wide variety of colours.  We have added yellow/pink from the shop as an option for you to think about as well as the variegated Autumn. Watch Now+

PRODUCT OF THE MONTH – Skinny Triangular Scarf Knitting Kit from Creative Quilting – 4 colourways

This month, our special offer product is this pretty triangular scarf kit made from just 1x 100g hank of yarn. It comes in 4 fabulous colourways from WYS award-winning sumptuous Signature 4ply yarn range and is approx 17.5 – 22.5 cm (7- 9 inches) deep and 140 – 160 cm (55 – 66 inches) in length. Will be great for keeping you warm or making for a friend as a present.  Just pick your colourway  from the selection list. As our Product of the Month it comes with FREE shipping in the UK for November 2021.   Buy Now +

Beginner Patchwork Sampler quilt series with Sallieann Harrison – Block 7 Ohio Star

Our latest block is another traditional 9 patch block made up with a central square in a square (created using the stitch/n/flip method), four plain fabric corners and then 4 units that are made with quarter-square triangles. This traditional block is often used on its own in a quilt – just make lots and add sashing and borders. Watch Now+ 

The Oakshott Fat 8ths packs  that Sallieann uses are available in the shop – Just pick your
colourway  from the selection list. Learn More+

The full pattern is available  to purchase on Sallieann’s website. Buy Now+

…and the winner is…..

This year we had an amazing prize draw to celebrate our  #IDidntLikeToAsk video series in conjunction with Janome.  You had the chance to win a brilliant Janome MC 9450 QCP or one of 100, one year subscriptions for justhands-on.tv.

Well, the competition is now closed and we have drawn the winners.  Learn More +

What’s coming up in November

So many lovely ideas to catch up with this month on the site – have you checked out this month’s trailer to see what you are missing? Tutors featuring their work this month include : Angela Daymond, Gail Penberthy, Jane Czaja, Jennie Rayment, Paula Doyle, Sallieann Harrison

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Don’t forget, we have new videos on justhands-on.tv every Friday and you can become a paid subscriber with full access from only £5 a month. Learn More
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Giveaway for Paid Subscribers 

If you have a paid subscription to the site, don’t forget to enter our November giveaway – Christmas in a Pocket pattern designed by Mandy Shaw. These six little Christmas critters fit snuggly into their pockets. You can use them to grace any Christmas tree while they would look very cute hanging from a mantlepiece. Or you could also use them as shelf trimming or just pop them in your families stockings. The pattern includes everything you need to make these lovely decorations. To enter the competition just send an email entitled  Christmas Decs to justhandsontvcomp@gmail.com  The competition closes 30th November 2021.

Stained Glass with Jennie Rayment

This is a truly delightful design from Jennie Rayment  is made easy with the use of ready-made fused bias tape.  Watch
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Beginner Patchwork Sampler quilt series with Sallieann Harrison – Block 7 Ohio Star

The Ohio Star is another traditional pattern to which Sallieann gives a modern look with her use of the Oakshott fabrics. Watch Now+

‘Autumn is Calling’ Patchwork quilt with Valerie Nesbitt

This simple two block quilt by Valerie Nesbitt is a great way to showcase a large scale fabric.  Watch Now+

Big Stitch Quilting with Angela Daymond

Angela finds hand quilting therapeutic and relaxing. Here she shares with you some of her tips, hints and techniques to make it so enjoyable. Watch Now+

Beginner Patchwork Sampler quilt series with Sallieann Harrison – Block 6 Grandmothers Fan

Grandmother’s Fan is another traditional block from Sallieann given a modern twist  Watch Now+

Padded Leather goldwork with Kathleen Laurel Sage

Another great workshop from Kathleen Laurel-Sage  in her contemporary goldwork series and this time she has added padded leather work into the design. Watch Now+

How to make a fabric lampshade with Tess Grace from The Arty Crafty Place

Tess Grace takes you through the various stages to create your own printed lampshade which could also be used as a ceiling fitting. Watch Now+

Halloween Goody Bag with Kate Findlay

Kate Findlay shares this Halloween inspired goodie bag with you which is great for children to make too. Watch Now+