Crafts

Growing up in I was surrounded by blue and white oriental pottery. My mother was and is a big collector of it. We lived in Hong Kong then, and blue …

Inside: Discover dual crafts in one post: Learn to create a chic denim hanging vase styled like a mason jar, followed by a tutorial on crafting delicate crepe paper daisies …

The other day when I was on one of my morning runs, I spotted the cutest bunny. The rabbit did not seem to be bothered by my presence. It let …

I don’t go mad with Easter decorations but I do like to have one or two subtle handmade Easter decorations in my home. I think this Marimekko Easter egg wreath …

Inside: A tutorial for fabric DIY placemats that are no-sew. Get ready to spice up your dining experience with eco-friendly creativity! Imagine transforming old fabric into stunning, no-sew placemats that …

With this tutorial, I show you how to hand-colour glasses with paint. To create lovely painted glass bud vases in a display tray for a spring mantle. It’s funny how …

Transform an old wire coat hanger and fabric scraps into a charming spring fabric birdcage decoration with our easy-to-follow tutorial. Perfect for adding a whimsical touch to your spring decor. …

A few months ago, whilst making some pine cone fall mason jars, I noticed that if you cut the top off pine cones, they look like flowers. That is where I …

Elevate your home with DIY oyster shell candles. Learn to craft these natural, luxurious candles using gold-sprayed shells and fragranced wax—ideal for nautical centrepieces or the perfect handmade gift. This …

At the bottom of my road is a gorgeous park and river. Most mornings I walk our old dog Toby across the park and along the embankment. The riverbank is …

If you have ever been into a Scandinavian home, you will probably have noticed woven hearts decorations. (Sometimes called pleated hearts). These lovely Scandi hearts aren’t just for Valentine’s but …

The post title might say this string neon heart sign is for Valentine’s. But, just like love, this gorgeous neon sign is for all year round and not just Valentine’s …

Illuminate your winter nights with the magic of DIY luminary bags and captivating paper bag lanterns that infuse your home with warmth and beauty. Updated Aug 2024 While I’ve always …

Repurposed DIY Handmade Gift Tags Every year I love to make my gift tags. In the past, I’ve made diy postage stamp tags and upcyled denim gift tags. This year’s …

I have combined my favourite Christmas song lyrics with something you find in an old sewing tin to make a vintage wooden thread spool ornament. I love rummaging through old …

Oysters are a bit like “Marmite” either you “love them or hate them”! Personally, I love them and have repurposed some into a glamorous oyster shell ornament. I say “glamorous” …

With our step-by-step guide, transform vintage maps into stunning paper rosettes. These eco-friendly crafts add a personalized touch to your home decor or festive celebrations. If you look at many …

Discover an easy DIY Christmas wall hanging tutorial to add festive Nordic decor to your home. It’s perfect for small spaces and will bring holiday cheer! Updated June 2024 Embrace …

Why not a Frida Kahlo Christmas Ornament? I made an upcycled Frida Kahlo pillow earlier in the year now I have a handmade Christmas decoration to match. Christmas is all …

I got the idea for these monochrome handmade felt Christmas ornaments when I made my monochrome shoe box craft. The monochrome childlike cartoon look of the boxes appealed to me. …