It can be so easy to give a new look to a bookshelf. This makeover explains the best way to paint pine bookshelves. Bookshelves are great sellers for me. They’re also a good starting piece for a new upcycler as the shape is quite basic. My recent decoupaged bookshelf sold within a week and another…
Want to be able to use furniture stencils? Here’s what you need to know on how to successfully paint a layered stencil. Creating the stencil I bought this cherry blossom stencil from Etsy. I paid £3.42 for a digital file with an instant download. A bargain, saving me the time to design and test my…
From playing cards to masking tape and syringes, here are 7 painting hacks to help you paint better with items in your home. 7 hacks to paint better with items in your home 1. Foil for easy cleaning Line a roller tray with foil before pouring paint in. When finished, carefully pick up the foil…
Are you a pro painter, furniture upcycler or simply love getting creative? These six tips will help you paint better and save time for the fun bits. There is always something new to learn, whatever your experience level. Six little known tips to help you paint better How to get the edge on your next…
Isn’t a pretty front door the perfect way to welcome guests to your festive home? This guide walks you through the simple steps of making a beautiful wreath using a metal hoop wreath form. Creating your own Christmas wreath is an easy DIY project that adds a personal touch to your holiday season decor. Natural…
Handmade decorations add a personal touch to your festive decor, and what better way to capture the spirit of the season than with custom laser cut Christmas ornaments? In this post, I’ll show you how to design and create your own laser-cut baubles for your Christmas tree. From finding design files to customising shapes, this…
If you’re looking for a creative way to decorate your home on a budget, I’ve got the perfect solution. Upcycling empty toilet paper rolls into stunning Christmas decorations! Christmas is a lovely time of the year. But it’s so easy to buy new Christmas ornaments to make it feel more special each year. So whether…
Rag garlands are a fantastic way to add something extra to your decor. They’re budget-friendly, easy to make, and a relaxing project. Plus, they’re a great way to repurpose scrap fabric. In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to make a cosy autumn-inspired rag garland, perfect for adding background interest to your seasonal décor. A…
Looking for an easy yet spooky DIY Halloween decor project? Something different from the usual plastic pumpkins and rubber spider webs? This quick and fun project will add a hauntingly cool vibe to your home, and the best part is that it’s so easy. In fact, it only has two steps. And without drying time,…
Looking for fun Halloween ghost crafts for kids? Create this Halloween garland using spray-painted leaves that look like friendly ghosts! Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to get into the Halloween spirit than by crafting an easy ghost garland? One that is so much fun and easy, that children could make it!…