Are you ready to add a touch of elegance to your jewelry collection? A DIY Gold Leaf Bracelet is the perfect accessory to give your outfit that extra sparkle. In this tutorial, I will show you how to create a stunning gold leaf bracelet using Gelli Plate prints and a plain bangle. This project is …
Upcycling
Quilting denim is a fun and creative way to repurpose old jeans and create unique and durable quilts. Making your own denim quilt from old denim jeans is very satisfying. Upcycled jeans make a heavy quilt, perfect for the winter months. This free denim quilt tutorial uses a quilt-as-you-go technique so you don’t need a …
Enjoy making a wide range of bags from jeans. 30 + free denim bag patterns and tutorials
This upcycled free crossbody bag pattern has a zip closure with a slip pocket at the front. You can customize this free crossbody bag pattern in a variety of ways. I like to embellish the slip pocket. In this version, I have used inherited crocheted doilies. The finished cross-body bag measures 27 by 19cm (10 …
I don’t know about you but does your home feel a little bare now the Christmas decorations have been taken down? Lets add some cosy warmth with these super easy winter bottle lights. These DIY lights in a bottle look fabulous on your mantle piece, a great touch for your winter home decor. In case …
Baubles are easily picked up in a charity shop / thrift store and are perfect for upcycling in so many different ways, from acrylic paint, to decoupage with text from old books, to crochet covers. Today I am sharing how to upcycle christmas baubles with doodling. Old ornaments can be given a new lease of …
This DIY star decoration is a fun and relatively quick make. These affordable and easy DIY star Christmas ornaments are perfect for decorating your tree and home. In previous years I played with several ideas for curtain pole ring DIY Christmas decorations but I have to admit this is my favorite idea so far – …
Let’s make a new apron out of your old jeans, it is super easy – no paper pattern required! This perfect beginner sewing project makes a thoughtful gift, although I have to admit to being very tempted to keep the apron for myself! Bib aprons are fabulous at keeping your clothes clean whatever you are …
Do you have a fabulous sea glass collection you wish to display? Then these DIY sea glass Christmas trees are for you. These tree ornaments are a fabulous and unusual addition to your holiday decor. As a family we love walking along the coastline hunting for beach glass, often having a competition to see who …
These Christmas tree decorations are super easy to make from wine corks, add a touch of fun and sparkle to your season’s decor. Plus they are a great activity to make with children. I’ve been playing with ideas for how to use saved leftover wine corks as Christmas decorations. I love the idea of reusing …
Learn how to make your own DIY pallet wardrobe/closet with step by step instructions, includes DIY pallet wardrobe plans
I’m super excited to have a new toy – a Cricut (here in the UK they are far from cheap). Naturally I have just had to have a play with my old jeans stash to whip up a new pillow design. This week we are enjoying an Indian summer but I know autumn is literally …