Sarah Jackman Read
Designer
Sarah is a freelance craft designer specialising in paper craft, quilling and sewing. She regularly creates a variety of projects for several uk craft companies and magazines. She also designs and makes her own resin jewellery: https://kraftikeepsakes.co.uk/
Recent articles by Sarah Jackman Read
Chilled out crafts: how to ice dye!
Ice dyeing is the perfect craft for the summer. Follow our step by step ice dyeing tutorial and enjoy experimenting with swirling colours!
Beginner's guide to paper cutting
Welcome to the wonderful world of paper cutting! Get started with Sarah Jackman Read's expert guide which shows you all the materials you need as well as a step-by-step tutorial.
How to make fake blood
Make two varieties of fake blood suitable for all your spooky adventures with our easy fake blood recipe!
Beginners guide to Batik Art
Learn all about the beautiful world of Batik Art with our guide for beginners. We show you what supplies you need and take you through step by step how to create Batik Art.
Candle painting: How to paint candles using wax
Learn the art of candle painting using melted coloured wax from tea lights or other coloured candles.
Resiners® AirLess Resin Bubble Removal Machine review
Our expert Sarah Jackman Read reviews the Resiners® AirLess Resin Bubble Removal Machine. Find out everything you need to know with our in-depth guide.
Varnish for air dry clay: A guide to varnish and sealants
Discover how to create a glazed finish on your air dry clay using varnishes and sealants.
How to make air dry clay: Easy homemade recipe using kitchen ingredients!
Have you always wondered how to make your own air dry clay? Discover exactly how with our fun guide!
How to paint air dry clay: Make a rainbow trinket dish with us!
Which paint should you be using on your air dry clay creations? Find out how to paint your air dry clay creations with our easy-to-follow guide!
Learn how to crumple tie dye!
Make your own beautiful t-shirts with the crumple tie dye technique! Sarah Jackman Read is here to show you how to crumple tie dye and achieve your psychedelic dreams.
Sew your own adorable Christmas elf doll!
Christmas just got a whole lot cuter! Use Sarah Jackman Read’s Christmas elf sewing pattern and make your own festive friend.
Kraft-tex washable paper
Kraft-tex is a magical material that cuts like paper and washes like fabric! Try our 3 kraft-tex makes and find out more about this clever product...
How to make seed bombs - paper seed bomb and clay seed bomb tutorials
Seed bombs are fun, easy to make and help save the bumble bees and butterflies! Sarah Jackman Read is here to show you two different ways of making seed bombs to help you spread floral joy all around your town.
How to make a sock monkey
Stitch your own cheeky little friend with Sarah Jackman Read's sock monkey pattern!
Beginners guide to fabric painting
Welcome to the beautiful world of fabric painting! Upcycle your clothing and accessories with our how to do fabric painting tutorial and complete guide for beginners.
Best Quilling Tools for beginners
Do you want to try quilling? We've rounded up the best quilling tools for beginners so you can start your quilling journey today.
How to make Bendi cards
Try this fun card making tutorial from Sarah Jackman Read, as featured in Make Cards Today magazine
How to make a dreamcatcher
Use you craft skills to make a dreamcatcher with your leftover materials – we show you how
Free Christmas penguin cardmaking printables
These adorable penguin printables feature moving parts to make your Christmas cards extra special! These printables are from Papercraft Inspirations 172.
How to make haunted house papercraft cards
Sarah Jackman Read's haunted house papercraft cards are easy to make with our Halloween templates and free printables!
Free hummingbird patterned papers
Download these awesome hummingbird bonus papers to boost your craft stash for all your occasions! There are lots of graphic designs to get crafting with, with tropical birds and striking prints to use on your cards.
How to thread a needle
Threading a needle can be fiddly! Find out how to thread a needle by hand or on a sewing machine with this helpful guide
How to make a tunnel card
A tunnel card lets you build up dimensional scenes on your papercraft projects, and it works really well to create fun-filled scenes, such as this fairground card!
How to hem pants with a sewing machine or by hand
Learn how to hem pants by hand or using a sewing machine with Sarah Jackman Read's step by step guide.