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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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remove paint without chemicals blog
ByRachel Bowyer 19 January 202331 August 2023

There are many options for how to remove paint from furniture without chemicals. Here are 5 tools and the advantages of each to effectively remove paint without chemicals. With the proper tools and knowledge, any of these methods can be…

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Fit hardware straight
ByRachel Bowyer 7 April 202223 March 2024

Ever struggled to fit hardware straight? Or want to fit cabinet handles straight but not sure how? Here’s a great tool that makes it easy.  Found yourself sitting back, squinting at your finished piece and thinking, hmm, is that handle…

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7 useful products
ByRachel Bowyer 17 March 202222 March 2025

What tools do you need to do your job better? This is a list of 7 useful DIY products that I’ve discovered and help make upcycling easier. I stand by my original list of 5 must-haves under £15. These aren’t…

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The 5 products you need to start upcycling
ByRachel Bowyer 5 October 202110 July 2023

Want to know what to buy to start upcycling? Here are the 5 products you need to start upcycling furniture and recommendations for each. I see people say all the time “I’d love to start upcycling. Tell me everything I…

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Spray can handle
ByRachel Bowyer 20 July 202110 July 2023

Here are the five best tools under £15. They will make your upcycling life easier, with no power required! If you have the right tool for the job, you’re halfway there. Five tools under £15 to make your life easier…

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7 hacks to paint better with items in your home
ByRachel Bowyer 30 March 202110 July 2023

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…

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Six little known tips to help you paint better
ByRachel Bowyer 22 February 20217 January 2023

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…

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