Blog Posts

For the past week I have been visiting my daughter and her family in the Northern Territory, and once again I was reminded of something I have come to believe... Read more...

Wellness Wednesday

Sometimes craft isn’t just about making something… it’s about healing. At Crafty Connections we believe creativity nurtures wellbeing, builds community, and connects people through the shared joy of making. At... Read more...

The history behind our feely hearts.

The history behind our feely hearts. Read more...

"Nobody Wants The Stuff I Make"

“Nobody wants the stuff I make.” I hear this statement over and over again.Often said quietly. Sometimes with a laugh that hides disappointment. Almost always followed by,“So I just keep... Read more...

ABOUT ME

Welcome to Crafty Connections – I’m Pippa Spibey, the heart behind this space. Crafting has always been more than just a pastime for me; it’s been a lifeline, a way of building... Read more...

A Personal Reflection The True Value of Handmade Goods

There is a heartbeat in every handmade creation—a warmth that machines can never replicate. Factory-made may be cheaper, but handmade carries something money simply can’t buy. Read more...

The Heart Behind Handmade : 5 things that set it apart

We craft. We laugh. We love. We support one another—and sometimes we even go prospecting! At the heart of it all, we have fun together. That’s the true spirit of... Read more...

Support Local Artisans: 7 Reasons to Choose Handmade Over Factory-Made

Support Local Artisans: 7 Reasons to Choose Handmade Over Factory-Made: In today’s fast-paced world, convenience often wins. We grab mass-produced items off the shelves without much thought. But when we... Read more...