The new Bargello Tealights craft kit!

30th June

This crafty summer full on sunshine and rain keeps rolling on and I have another kit to introduce to you! I’m really keen to make kits that fit the seasons and I think this one does the trick. The kit makes 3 woolly, Boho tealights. I can just see these making the perfect addition to a late night barbecue in the garden! They each come with 3 soy wax candles so you’re all sorted!

What is Bargello?

Yes, good question! You might not have heard about it, but it’s one of this year’s biggest crafting trends. It’s a type of needle point using regular geometric patterns, usually in bright colours. People are really loving now easy this craft is and the eye catching designs you get. Originally Bargello was used as a way to embroider furniture as it’s so hard wearing.

I’ve wanted to try some embroidery for a while but I’m not a massive fan of anything fiddly with a needle. When I found Bargello I loved how easy it was. The patterns are super easy to follow and you can get into that really lovely, mindful, repetitive action.

This is also just a super craft to make in the sunshine. You’re working with short lengths of wool and you don’t really need a work surface. I made lots of versions of these sitting in the garden!

The Eco Credentials

The trend this year is to use plastic needlepoint canvas but, of course, we’ve put an eco-friendly spin on things. Rather than the plastic canvas we’re using super sustainable Jute. I just love the stuff! I have tried plastic canvas and I find that often the needle gets stuck in the holes. Jute feels much smoother to work with and it’s still really strong.

We’re using my favourite yarn in this kit as well. It’s a Merino/silk blend. It’s lovely and soft to work with whilst being sustainable and strong.

I know it’s hard to get excited about glass jars, however, I’ve ordered these from one of my usual UK suppliers and they’re awesome at packaging with the absolute minimum amount of plastic! Thanks guys!

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