DIY Upcycling

I’m quick and decisive when it comes to the bigger decisions in my life. But I can dither when it comes to the stuff that doesn’t matter. With this DIY …

Learn how to create a stunning DIY felted rug by upcycling old sweaters. Follow our step-by-step guide to transform unwanted clothing into a beautiful, eco-friendly home decor piece. I love …

Inside: A tutorial for making yarn from old sweaters and turning it into a Valentine’s heart decoration. After the annual New Years’ purge of my wardrobe, my pile of recycling …

A denim rug has been on my upcycling bucket list for ages. And what a great way to start off a new year of crafting by finally making one. I’m …

Discover the joy of upcycling with this DIY Christmas Tree Shaped Pillow from an old sweater. Perfect for adding a cosy, festive touch to your holiday décor! When I saw …

I’m so easily distracted my creative mind never seems to switch off. The other week, while making my salvaged wood Christmas tree, an old wooden table hiding at the back …

One of the many things I love to do at Christmas is to make some gorgeous sweet treats such as fudge and biscotti to give as gifts. I’m a real …

Inside: A tutorial to make a cute pine cone Christmas tree and illuminate it with fairy lights. Every day, I walk the dog down our local park, and the ground …

I can’t walk past a skip (dumpster) without having a good look in. I especially love odd bits of wood with exciting mouldings or hooks and knobs on them. Over …

TV Cabinet Upcycle With A Hint Of Marimekko I really don’t like the cabinet that the telly sits on. However, it is the right size and the cupboard is great …

Craft a gorgeous denim wreath from old jeans seams and decorate it with handmade upcycled felt flowers. This eco-friendly DIY project is a stylish way to add charm and sustainability …

If there is one thing I would love to do in my home, is to install a new kitchen. It’s also probably the most expensive home improvement too! With 2 …

Inside: A tutorial on how to make a felt wool blanket from recycled sweaters. There is a definite nip in the air. Summer has almost gone, and it won’t be …

A Cool IKEA Kids Table Hack With Maps Last month I discovered the most amazing site on the web Mapbox.com. Well if you have an obsession with maps like I …

Ok, I admit it. I tend to get a bit obsessed with things, and one of my pet obsessions is recycling and upcycling jeans. I never throw out old jeans; …

Vintage Image Transfer For An Upcycled Leather Bag Whilst flicking through one of my favourite interiors magazines (LivingEtc), I stumbled upon a picture of a bright yellow Dolce and Gabbana …

IKEA lamp hacks: Transformations of IKEA products can be fun and easy. I love nothing more than picking up something ordinary from IKEA, taking it home, and revamping it into …

Discover a creative and eco-friendly DIY project. This step-by-step guide on how to paint a pallet will help you design your own Moroccan-style potted plant wall. I adore my quaint, …

Outdoor Sofa Upcycle with Indigo Shibori Dyeing (IKEA Hack) Do you sometimes have an idea for a craft and upcycle but are hesitant to start as it has just as …

When I return from special holidays I love to find fun ways to show off the photos. For our last trip, I made a unique map picture frame of our …