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  • stain a basket cover photo.
    ByRachel Bowyer 1 May 20251 May 2025

    If you’ve ever spotted a basket or bag in a charity shop and loved the shape but not the colour, don’t walk away! With just a bit of paint or stain, it’s easy to transform something bold and bright into a neutral piece that suits your style…

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  • image shows post about fixing scratches on wood.
    ByRachel Bowyer 22 February 202525 February 2025

    This charity shop photo frame had both shallow and deeper scratches on the wooden frame. Shallow and medium-depth scratches can often be repaired with household items or quick DIY techniques. Here I’ll show you 2 easy fixes for scratches on…

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  • image shows blog post title of decoupage for beginners.
    ByRachel Bowyer 26 September 202426 September 2024

    Decoupage is one of the most versatile crafts you can do. You can transform household furniture, coasters, candles, signs… You name it. And with decoupage paper as affordable as napkins, it’s budget-friendly too. The best way to learn a new…

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  • image shows post image of shed shed makeover.
    ByRachel Bowyer 3 May 20243 May 2024

    A She Shed can be a little haven when both functional and comfortable. This She Shed interior makeover and organisation ideas take this old shed from a wooden box to the perfect spot to craft.  Here you can find out how to organise paint…

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  • BLOG POST COVER SHOWING RACHEL.
    ByRachel Bowyer 25 April 202425 April 2024

    What’s the worst mistake I’ve ever made? How many pets do I have? What should you look for when looking for things to upcycle?  Those are a few of the questions I got when I asked on Facebook if anyone had any questions. Not…

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  • image shows close up of testing drawers for lead paint.
    ByRachel Bowyer 22 March 202431 March 2024

    Your old furniture could be hiding lead paint! Here’s how to safely test old furniture for lead paint and how to manage finding it. Whether you’re refinishing a piece for your own family or to sell, lead paint needs to…

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  • blog post image about the guide to the m1 machine.
    ByRachel Bowyer 11 January 202412 January 2024

    This xTool M1 beginner’s guide will help you decide if this 2-in-1 laser engraver and blade cutter is the right tool for you. With the xTool M1 you can cut and engrave 100+ materials. Such as wood, coloured acrylic, slate,…

    Read More xTool M1 Beginner’s Guide to the Laser Cutting MachineContinue

  • top videos of 2023 post
    ByRachel Bowyer 1 January 20241 January 2024

    Here is the list of the top 5 YouTube videos of 2023 from my Tea and Forget-me-nots YouTube Channel. Including decor, Christmas crafts and furniture. Videos bring tutorials to life. It’s so much easier to explain a process in a…

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  • top blogs posts of 2023
    ByRachel Bowyer 28 December 202328 December 2023

    From faux-effect makeovers to great tools and repurposing ideas. Here are the top 10, most-read posts on the blog in 2023.  2023 has been an exciting year for this blog.  I’ve done collaborations with brilliant DIYers. Was a guest on…

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  • gift guide for creative people
    ByRachel Bowyer 13 November 202322 March 2025

    Looking for gift ideas for creative people? This gift guide includes inspiring books, craft subscriptions, handy stocking stuffers, and thoughtful big gifts.  Get ready for some great gift ideas for your DIY friends and paint enthusiasts. This guide is all…

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