Are you a succulent fan? I am – they seem the best option for me, I’m not particularly good at remembering to water indoor houseplants! So the next question what design of planter to use? I love a DIY project and particularly enjoy something a little different – introducing you to my cake stand …
Upcycling
Do you treat yourself to the occasional box of chocolates? If so you may have a Ferrero Rocher box waiting for a DIY project, ready to be recycled and given a new lease of life. I have upcycled my Ferrero Rocher box into a stylish windowsill herb planter. A desire to brighten up my kitchen windowsill is the …
Update your home with this gorgeous embroidered cushion cover. This tutorial will take your envelope cushion cover up to the next level with hand embroidered trees, perfect for snuggling up and enjoying the long winter evenings. If you follow me on Instagram you will have seen me sharing pictures of the cushion in the making. The trees are inspired by …
Bring the beach shoreline into your home with this repurposed and upcycled coastal clock! I will show you how to make your own rustic wood clock using a former cutting board and a simple clock kit. Clock kits come in a variety of sizes and styles. When ordering the clock kit, make sure to consider …
Elevate your holiday decor with eco-friendly flair! Explore our upcycled curtain rings Christmas decorations for a sustainable festive touch.
My passion for repurposing old ripped jeans just has to be directed towards Christmas decorations – in particular, a DIY mini stocking advent calendar. Perfect for mini gifts, chocolates, Christmas activities (read on for a free downloadable list of activities for your own advent calendar). But be warned this project takes a little time – note …
I happen to have rather a lot of men in my family, each fortunate to have disposable income. This can make gift giving rather tricky. Last year I crocheted hats, which were very successful, it may have been the fact is was snowing at the time of receiving them?! This year I am making a …
It may take a little more time but organizing a sewing room on a budget can be great fun, the process draws on your creativity. There is no doubt I have spent hours contemplating the organization of a sewing room as I have gradually sorted mine out… With a low budget in mind, I was sure there was an …
Gradually we have been working towards my goal of a hotel style relaxing bedroom – using the denim rag quilt I made a few years back as the starting point, plus the DIY headboard. Much as I love upcycling I am not an interior designer. So when my husband suggested we make denim the theme …
I bought these wicker baskets months ago, they were so quick and easy to transform. Now the children are back at school I am attempting to tick off projects on my to-do list. With fortune on your side you can pick up wicker baskets in charity shops, they are so easy to update with spray …
I am passionate about using what I have, making the most of available resources. Whilst making the denim curtains for our bedroom I unpicked and saved all the denim pockets from the former jeans ready for a new project. My initial thoughts were to make a doormat but when my husband mentioned a chair for his …
Transform an old sideboard to create a modern ombre effect sideboard using fusion mineral paint. Upcycled ombre effect sideboard DIY