White wax on furniture creates a faded or whitewashed look over paint or natural wood. It’s a simple process and can have a dramatic impact. My friend, Katherine, asked if I would like this mirror before she put it on Freecycle. Of course, I said yes because it had pretty details and I thought it…
Want to tape curved lines for painting? To find out the best way to do it, you’ve come to the right place. Painting curves can be tricky, but with the right tools and steps, it’s actually quite simple. Whether you’re looking to create a rainbow design, geometric circles, wall arches or waves, you’ll find that…
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 be dealt with. Which means either safely removing it, or covering it with specialist paint. …
Looking to create a beautiful DIY Easter garland? Here’s how to create an easy garland for the Easter season, inspired by flowers and nature. Easter decorations don’t have to be all about eggs, bunnies or pastels. But having a touch of them within a burlap garland can be a great way to decorate for this…
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. What better way to spread love than by making DIY Valentine wreaths for your front door? Whether you’re a crafting beginner or more experienced. We’ve got 20+ inspiring ideas to help you create the perfect heartfelt wreath. From traditional heart-shaped designs to unique materials such as playing cards……
Looking to add some love and charm to your Valentine’s home decor? Look no further than a DIY heart-shaped wreath! Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day, or simply love romantic decor, a heart wreath is the perfect addition. This guide takes you through the easy steps of creating your own heart-shaped wreath with yarn. Learn How…
Looking for a personalised DIY gift for a loved one? By laser engraving slate, you can make an impressive and beautiful keepsake. Laser-engraved coasters are some of the most popular slate gifts. But how about we take the scale up a notch? Here I’ll share with you how to engrave a piece of slate more…
Can you paint MDF Furniture to look good? Yes! But MDF isn’t solid wood. So, you need to know the right products to use to paint it successfully. MDF is a budget-friendly option but not very pretty. There are a few things you need to think about when painting MDF boards. Otherwise, there’s a good…
Looking for an affordable way to make your presents stunning? Learn how to create elegant, personalised wrapping with easy DIY clay gift tags. We know that it’s the thought that counts. But what if you could easily add extra thought to the gift wrapping too? You’ll see how to easily create gift tags to add…
Dried or dehydrated orange slices are easy to make. Here’s how to make dehydrated oranges plus two simple ideas for Christmas ornaments. Oranges make for beautiful, natural winter and Christmas decor. From decorations to gift tags and garlands, there are so many ways you can add them to your festive decor. You don’t need any…