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Get ready for Easter!

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Get ready for Easter!

Whether you are looking for gifts for loved ones, stationery for your Spring planner or to top up your craft supplies, The Kawaii Squirrel has just what you are looking for! If your order is for a gift, just leave a note at checkout and your order will be packed in Easter or Spring themed tissue with a cute note and freebies. Gift ideas: Craft Supplies: Or Stationery Goodies:

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What are flat backs & cabochons?

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What are flat backs & cabochons?

Flat backs are also known as fb or fbs and also flatbacks and the larger plastic ones can be called planars. They are simply decorative items with a flat reverse side. They are often made from resin or acrylic/plastic but can be fabric based with metal underneath or even made from wood. If made from wood they will not have holes, unlike a button. They are used in a wealth of craft projects, making hair bows, card making, scrapbooking etc.  Cabochons in the craft world are domed (convex) flatbacks with glass tops to them and flat bottom sides. They come in a...

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AUTUMN JOURNALLING :-)

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AUTUMN JOURNALLING :-)

This is my favourite time of year! I thought it would be lovely to share some journalling ideas for you with Autumn as the theme. Think about the 5 Senses: what Autumn evokes for you in the way of smells, tastes, things to see in nature, textures and sounds. It might be the smell of woodsmoke, the feel of a favourite blanket, the warmth of the hearth, the taste of homemade apple pie, the sound of migrating birds overhead.  One morning get up early and sit outdoors. Watch the Autumn sunrise and listen to the awakening garden/world. Notice all the...

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All About WASHI

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All About WASHI

The term "washi" comes originally from two words- "wa" meaning Japanese and "shi" meaning paper. Traditionally therefore washi is Japanese rice paper tape. It usually has a slightly translucent quality and a low-tack adhesive.  Washi tapes are so incredibly versatile. People use them in all kinds of craft projects and in journalling etc. I use them to seal my paper bag parcels as they are easily removed to open the package without leaving residue. They are also great for: *taping pictures or artwork to a wall *wrapping around a plain tealight to pretty it up *making little flags with cocktail...

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Spring Sale Bargains

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Spring Sale Bargains

There are hundreds of bargains in our Spring Sale section.  Gifts, craft supplies, stationery and handmade items galore. 

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