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Random items and materials LOVE sign

Random items and materials LOVE sign

Blog· Easy Crafts and DIY

One of the things I LOVE about crafting is that every item is unique! Even if you get inspiration from…
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Bee Happy simple picture idea!

Bee Happy simple picture idea!

Blog· Easy Crafts and DIY· Summer

Making a cute craft project doesn’t have to be difficult!! Like this cute little Bee Happy sign – I grabbed…
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Our bedroom decorating disaster .. and how we fixed it!

Our bedroom decorating disaster .. and how we fixed it!

Blog· Easy Crafts and DIY· Easy home improvements

Now, this is the story all about how our bedroom wall got turned up side down! And I’d like to…
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Quick £3 Primark Hat makeover for our hallway!

Quick £3 Primark Hat makeover for our hallway!

Blog· Easy Crafts and DIY· Seasonal decorating· Summer

When you’re out shopping, ALWAYS keep your eyes open for opportunities! And hobby shops are not the only shops where…
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Embroidery hoop pocket Lavender sign

Embroidery hoop pocket Lavender sign

Blog· Easy Crafts and DIY· Seasonal decorating· Summer

I don’t do embroidery .. Actually, typing this reminds me of the interview scene from Mrs Doubtfire .. “I don’t…
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From candle stick to Pedestal Picture holder

From candle stick to Pedestal Picture holder

Blog· Easy Crafts and DIY

I’ve been eying up these cute pedestal farmhouse recipe or picture holders for a while now. I figured it would…
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Extending the mileage on our Hemnes IKEA dresser!

Extending the mileage on our Hemnes IKEA dresser!

Blog· Easy Crafts and DIY· Easy home improvements· Furniture Makeovers

Let’s talk Ikea!! .. Marmite springs to my mind .. You know, the whole “Some love it .. some hate…
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Create a mini garden with a floating tea cup

Create a mini garden with a floating tea cup

Blog· Easter / Spring· Easy Crafts and DIY· Seasonal decorating

Right guys .. Get ready to trawl though charity and second hand shops for the perfect cup and saucer for…
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Make a little bee skep with some rope and a plant pot!

Make a little bee skep with some rope and a plant pot!

Blog· Easter / Spring· Easy Crafts and DIY· Seasonal decorating

I’ve been eying up a little bee skep for a while now (I’ll be honest, I didn’t know they were…
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How to make hydrangea flowers out of coffee filters

How to make hydrangea flowers out of coffee filters

Blog· Easter / Spring· Easy Crafts and DIY· Seasonal decorating

I must admit, when I first heard of this craft, I was skeptical. I mean, just how good can a…
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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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