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Made! Fairytale Of New York Christmas Wreath
I, along with 29 other bloggers, was asked to take part in the Country Baskets Festive Face Off blogger challenge a few weeks ago. Seen as though I’m a softie for crafty fun and Christmas, I of course said yes! We were sent a hamper filled to the brim with seasonal crafting goodness, and the challenge was to make a Christmas decoration of our choice using as little or all of the basket’s contents. Making a Christmas wreath became a…
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Made! Pretty Pegs and Gif Delights
Who knew making gifs would be so much fun? A tripod might come in handy next time I get my gif-on, but this wonky one works just as well. Indeed it does. I started a few new projects (more on this soon) for Christmas and the blog over the weekend. One of those was a simple DIY, decorating pegs with washi tape whilst watching Parks and Recreation (I like to keep my hands busy!). What’s the point? Well my friends,…
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Made! DIY Let it Snow Christmas Card
I’m guest blogging over at Archie and the Rug today to celebrate her awesome blog turning three. If you fancy taking a peek at my Let it Snow Christmas card DIY, and Nicolette’s wonderful blog please click this linky link! ♥
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Made! Washi Tape Christmas Greeting Card
To make a washi tape Christmas greeting card you will need: Washi tape (two rolls). I bought my washi tape from Chamby and Corr on Etsy. Scissors Gold Metallic card stock or any colour will work well. Letter stamps and ink Instructions: 1. Starting from the outside, frame the card in your chosen washi tape design. 2. Create the second frame with the second washi tape design…easy peasy! 3. Stamp your Christmas message inside. See my previous easy papercraft DIY’s here. ♥
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Made! DIY Pressed Flower Greeting Card
To make a pressed flower greeting card you will need: A pressed flower Card stock Washi tape Letter stamps and ink (optional) Scissors Instructions: Again, another very simple greetings card idea using things you may already have at home. Either use wild flowers or the odd stem from any flower or plants you have in your home. This was a carnation that had snaped off from his friends, it felt only right to rescue her. Pop them in a book, weighed down,…
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Made! DIY Geometric Stamped Greetings Cards
To make Geometric Stamped Cards you will need: Nail Polish (use in a well ventilated space!) Sponge or something to print the paint with Paper or card to create heart/triangle/circle stencils Scissors (look at my pretty scissors!) A pot or jar lid for your paint Card stock Instructions: If you have regular paint in different colours around the house, then by all means use that. But, if like me, you have a few bottles of nail polish past its best, this works…
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Made: DIY A-Z Gift Tags
Welcome to a new series on the blog featuring DIY papercraft tutorials, including how to make your own greeting cards, gift tags and the odd wrap inspiration. Using craft supplies I already have in the house, and a few new ones, I’ve lined up some very simple DIY’s to make your own lovely stationery, perfect for brown paper parcels tied up with string! To make A-Z Gift Tags you will need: Alphabet stamp set (I found mine here) Black ink Card…
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7 No-Sew Craft Projects
I was planning to start a new DIY craft series on the blog this week (simple paper crafts), however my camera charger has gone walkabout so it will have to wait another week until I’m back on track! Instead, I thought I’d make a round-up of my favourite no-sew projects I’ve discovered that will keep you occupied on a grey afternoon… 1. No-Sew Bow via Why Don’t You Make Me 2. No-Sew Bandana Bibs via Swoon Studio 3. No-Sew Felt…
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6 DIY Wedding Crafts
Following on from last year’s blog post of lovely DIY wedding crafts (I left quite a gap there!), here’s a few more which I found via the wonder that is Pinterest and the amazing Martha Stewart Weddings website. All the links to each image can be found below. Enjoy! Arranging flowers is a craft, I tell ya. I know this because I’m rubbish at it. But how lovely is this arrangement of colourful flowers complimented with the ribbons and jam jars?…
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10 Ways To Transform Your Home
We’ve been putting off moving for a year or so now, mainly because we have great landlords and the thought of moving house makes me feel physically ill – I’m not good at upping sticks, folks. Yes, I would love a spare room, private garden, bigger kitchen and a wood burning stove to cosy up to, but buying our own house isn’t a viable option and who knows if it ever will be. Moving to another rented property just for…
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10 Great Room Makeovers
It’s been great reading the other entries for the Room For Improvement challenge, so I thought I’d compile a list of my favourites. It really is very encouraging to see what you can do for under £50 (only a few were over) and how a space can completely change with just a little effort! Take a peek below for some great room makeover inspiration! { Claireabellemakes } { Wrapped Up In Rainbows } { Ohnorachio } { And then all…
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Room For Improvement Challenge
You may have seen a few entries across the blogging community and Twitter for the Room For Improvement challenge hosted by Money Supermarket? Well, I was also asked to take part in the challenge – to improve a room in my house for £50 or less. I like a challenge with a deadline and I like it even better when your spending someone else pennies, oh yes! So I happily took part and began scribbling in my notebook. I chose to…