Hama bead elephants
This really has been a summer of Hama beads, and I’ve been enjoying them just as much as the children! As a #craftmerrily blogger I was sent lots of Hama beads and boards, including the Elephant...
View ArticleHalloween Hama bead napkin rings and decorations
I love crafting for Halloween and I’ve definitely been enjoying the Halloween Hama bead crafting this year. I’ve had to buy several extra packets of black Hama beads! These simple little Halloween...
View ArticleChristmas ribbon and Hama bead bauble tree ornaments
You may remember that I recently shared some ribbon crafts using some lovely ribbon from Fantastic Ribbons. Well I was recently sent some gorgeous ribbons from their new Christmas range, and today I’m...
View ArticleHama beads aren’t just for little ones!
I’m sure I must be right in thinking that most people would find it difficult to watch their children playing with Hama beads and not want to join in – as you can probably tell, I have just as much fun...
View ArticleDon’t be tempted by cheap imitation Hama beads
I have a confession to make. The first “Hama beads” that I ever purchased weren’t real Hama beads. They were cheap imitations. To be fair, in my naivety I didn’t realise the difference. They were...
View ArticleCrafts using melted Hama beads
Recently I blogged about the perils of buying cheap Hama bead imitations. Due to my naivety and the purchase of some poor quality Hama bead substitutes, I had a box of beads which weren’t good enough...
View ArticleHama bead quilt style picture
Sometimes of an evening I quite fancy making something pretty with Hama beads (especially when they’ve been left out all over the table by the children) but I need some ideas. So I turn to my Hama bead...
View ArticleA 3D Hama bead gingerbread house
I’ve been playing with Hama beads for quite a while now and I decided it was time to attempt a 3D project after all the inspiration that I see on (mainly) Pinterest. With the festive season already...
View ArticleHama bead Christmas forest
I’ve been working very hard on my blog lately, but in the run up to Christmas I am aware that the content lately has rather been driven by external sources. I was starting to feel as though I needed a...
View ArticleIroning tips for Hama beads
As you can probably imagine, I spend a fair amount of time ironing Hama beads (also known as Perler or melty beads). During that time I’ve picked up a few tips and tricks so I thought I would share...
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