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DIY Sun Dyed Halloween Treat Bags

The best thing about my Halloween is that we don’t get any trick or treaters. Stick with me here. There aren’t many children living in this area, but to be on the safe side you want to keep something sweet handy because well, no one likes to get tricked. I know what you’re thinking and yes, that is absolutely the only reason I buy the treats. I’m protecting our flat from an attack of silly string, toilet paper and a potentially tutting parent. I know, I’m a hero. But then if it just so happens no children come for my treats then… Read More

DIY Peyote Stitch Beaded Bottle Cover

In recent years I’ve inadvertently found myself with quite a collection of different spirits and cocktail making supplies. Whereas in my younger years these might have fueled a late night kitchen party, I am now choosing to drink less and better (and wake up in the morning without the pain of one drink too many). Rather than hiding these bottles away I am looking for the perfect cart to display them. With such interesting shapes and designs, they are interesting and beautiful enough to have on show. And thanks to the Art of Patrón Bottle Art Competition I have a… Read More

DIY Needle Felted Word Cushion

I get asked all the time how I get inspired and keep coming up with ideas for the blog. The truth is, it’s another skill I have to practice and improve constantly. Over the 5/6/7 (who’s counting?) years I’ve been blogging DIY’s, one of the most important lessons I have learnt is how to take an idea and leave it alone. Before you start wondering what it is I’m talking about, this cushion is a prime example of how this way of working can work out. I actually bought the materials to create a needle felted cushion maybe 4/5 months… Read More

50 Must Do DIY’s | September

[tps_header] It’s always a fun time in the blogging world around the changes of the season and summer to autumn is probably the best seasonal shift to make. Colours become deeper and richer, Halloween rears its freaky head and everything becomes softer, warmer and a little more spicy! But while we’re getting all the autumn feels we can take a look back over our shoulders and wave goodbye to the summer! For once I’m actually looking forward to the cooler weather. To bonfires, to warm jumper and those endless hot chocolate recipes. Bring it on October! //above// DIY Rope Trivet DIY… Read More

Easy DIY Media Centre Sideboard Makeover

I’ve never been one to shy away from a challenge, especially when it comes to a little DIY. I’m not the sort of person to wait for someone else to complete a task for me. Basically, I’m just way too impatient and when I want something do I’d rather just get on with it. It’s why I have no fear of what might be traditionally seen as a man’s job. Apart from knowing I can do most of these things better than half the men I know, I’m also damn stubborn. If someone tells me I can’t do something because I’m a woman, you… Read More

Sideboard Inspiration

[tps_header] After my first sideboard DIY makeover I got a taste for taking a piece of furniture. Something that would otherwise be thrown away and transforming it into something not only nicer to look at, but also easier to use and more functional. So if I get the chance to spruce up an unloved sideboard I am jumping at the chance! Knowing this, a friend of mine gave me a media centre and I’ve been making big plans ever since. Some feasible… and some much more adventurous. I wanted to share my sideboard inspiration (click for links) with you today before I… Read More

DIY Document Envelopes – Organise your Receipts, Invoices and Bills

I have to admit in my business I am mostly… Ok, all about the fun. My inbox is my nemesis and invoicing is just about doable and that’s only because it’s how I get paid! When it comes to organising receipts and documents I am woefully disorganised. To the point that everything gets quickly pushed into one, big folder and hidden away. Out of site, out of mind right!? As I always say, the one way to make me do something is to make it pretty. I have a few more of these to make so I have one for… Read More

Learn how to Make these DIY Indigo Paper Bowls

So by now you guys know how much I love taking something old and unused and making into an (almost) brand new a beautiful item instead. Not only is this much better for our little planet, but it also means you don’t have to go out buying new materials. Sometimes I spend as much as I would on a ready made product just to get the supplies together. And while that can really be worth it to get the perfect creation, you might just want a quick, inexpensive accessory that is made from something you are going to throw away anyway…. Read More

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