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How to make a pumpkin from a toilet roll!

How to make a pumpkin from a toilet roll!

Autumn· Easy Crafts and DIY

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I love decorating for different seasons, not just for Christmas!…
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DIY wooden tray Owl craft project

DIY wooden tray Owl craft project

Autumn· Easy Crafts and DIY

September has officially arrived!! It still feels like summer at the moment but autumn is officially just around the corner….
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Terra cotta pot Flower Pot People

Terra cotta pot Flower Pot People

Easy Crafts and DIY· Summer

Now, tell me honestly .. do you walk past the “Plain Jane” terracotta plant pots in your local garden centre?…
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My budget butler tray make-over

My budget butler tray make-over

Easy Crafts and DIY· Furniture Makeovers

You know by now that I’ve got a (not so very) secret obsession with trays. All sorts of trays –…
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I made my own farmhouse mini riser

I made my own farmhouse mini riser

Easy Crafts and DIY

I have seen loads of these cute little farmhouse risers on Pinterest. For some reason you can get them in…
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DIY jam jar sconce with LED lights

DIY jam jar sconce with LED lights

Blog· Easy Crafts and DIY

I’m a sucker for lights! Anything I can do to add some lights somewhere? I’m there! Maybe that’s why I…
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Decoupage some letters for a quick project

Decoupage some letters for a quick project

Blog

When we started redecorating our hallway and landing recently I knew I wanted to change some of our accessories too….
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Our coastal inspired bookcase budget makeover

Our coastal inspired bookcase budget makeover

Blog· Easy Crafts and DIY· Easy home improvements

Do you have things you put off? Even when you know you should be tackling them? I sure do!! You…
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10 minute Home Sweet Office sign

10 minute Home Sweet Office sign

Blog· Free Printables

Well, didn’t 2020 just take the Jumanji game to a whole new level?! Before I start this post, I just…
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My scrap wood picture frame

My scrap wood picture frame

Blog· Easy Crafts and DIY· Easy home improvements

Who doesn’t love photos? What better way of reliving some of those special moments in our lives? We’ve got loads…
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Hi! My name is Marianne and I’m so pleased you stopped by!  I love decorating on a budget, as well as sharing fun, simple craft & DIY projects to turn your house into a gorgeous home.

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