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Hobbycraft wicker heart Valentine makeover

Hobbycraft wicker heart Valentine makeover

Blog· Seasonal decorating· Valentine's Day

I actually bought this wicker heart from Hobbycraft last year, but over the year it had disappeared to the back…
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Bring on the LOVE with a Valentine tree

Bring on the LOVE with a Valentine tree

Blog· Seasonal decorating· Valentine's Day

Does anyone else struggle with that time in between Christmas and New Year? I’m always reluctant to take my decorations…
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Valentine decor – quick bird house sign

Valentine decor – quick bird house sign

Blog· Seasonal decorating· Valentine's Day

Happy New Year peeps!! As much as I’m always excited for Christmas, I’m also looking forward to a brand new…
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Mini frying pan Gingerbread man

Mini frying pan Gingerbread man

Blog· Christmas· Seasonal decorating

Our kitchen is probably my favourite area to decorate for Christmas. It’s certainly the most used area in the house…
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DIY Pool Noodle Christmas Wreath

DIY Pool Noodle Christmas Wreath

Blog· Christmas· Easy Crafts and DIY· Seasonal decorating

If you’ve been following me for a while you know that I picked up LOADS of baubles at a ridiculous…
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I’m transforming a bargain wreath!

I’m transforming a bargain wreath!

Blog· Christmas· Seasonal decorating

Christmas is not Christmas without a wreath. In our house anyway! So, there’s wreaths, .. and there’s WREATHS!! Now, let…
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Christmas gingerbread hot cocoa station

Christmas gingerbread hot cocoa station

Blog· Christmas· Seasonal decorating

Can you believe it’s that time again already?? Well, OK, I’m a bit early (although there’s no such thing as…
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How to use ribbons to decorate your tree

How to use ribbons to decorate your tree

Blog· Christmas· Seasonal decorating

Are you worried about trying to use ribbons to decorate your Christmas tree? Trust me, I’ve been there! Up until…
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My Halloween tree is up!!

My Halloween tree is up!!

Blog· Halloween· Seasonal decorating

My very first attempt of a Halloween tree is now taking pride of place in our kitchen! I know …..
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£1 Witch Hat Halloween Centrepiece

£1 Witch Hat Halloween Centrepiece

Blog· Halloween· Seasonal decorating

When I picked up this cheap Witch hat from Poundland the other day I actually had a completely different purpose…
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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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