I’ll be honest with you, maybe it’s just me, but when I think of Spring and Easter I’m thinking bunnies and eggs. Or flowers like daffodils and tulips. I don’t automatically think .. CARROTS!! But they have definitely become more of a “thing” when it comes to decorating for Easter. So when I saw this carrot template in Hobbycraft this…
Read More
Using a Hobbycraft bunny to make a Spring sign
Spring is here!! Well, at the very least it’s definitely on its’ way!! .. And if I knew how to I would enter an excited emoji right here!! But a smiley one will have to do!! 🙂 Even though I’ve only just got rid of all the Valentine’s decor, I’m pulling out my Easter and Spring decorations from the loft….
Read More
Upcycled old doors turned into hall seat bench
Our hallway has seen MANY different looks since we moved into our home about 27 years ago. (Has it really been THAT long? .. I feel old now!! 🙂 ). And some of the looks were real “what the heck were we thinking?” kinda moments .. I mean, you only have to look at some of the pictures I dug…
Read More
Cute budget “Key to my Heart” shelf sitter
I’ll let you into a little secret – I never really decorated for Valentine before, but I’m loving it! This year seemed the perfect excuse to add some Love and Valentine Fun. Want to share in with the fun, but not spend a lot of money? I get it! This little “Key to my Heart” shelf sitter is the perfect…
Read More
Old sign makeover with DIY buffalo plaid painting
If you’ve been following some of the crafters on social medial you will have seen that buffalo plaid is ALL the rage in the USA. They use it for crafting, home decor, signs, clothes. You name it, they check it!! And I’m only a little bit jealous. Because who doesn’t like a bit of buffalo check? Now, is it just…
Read More
Paper straws project – Colour Burst Wreath
If you’ve had a look around on my blog, you will have noticed I’m a wreath lover! For ALL seasons, .. not just for Christmas! They’re so versatile and can quickly transform an area depending on what wreath you’re creating for the season. And so I bought this box of paper straws recently with this indoor wreath project in mind….
Read More
Colourful paper straws heart decoration
One of THE best things about doing craft and DIY projects is using everyday items in a different way! I’ll be honest, when I got these straws this project wasn’t the first thing that I had in mind! There’s a link to my other project later down in the post, so keep reading 🙂 Anyway, I couldn’t resist the cute…
Read More
“Fairest of them all” mirror makeover
Mirror, mirror on the wall. Who’s the fairest of them all?? .. Well, I can tell you one thing for certain .. this mirror definitely wasn’t the Snow White of mirrors! In fact, it very nearly ended up in mirror heaven. But, you know me, I love a good project / challenge for a simple and quick makeover. And I…
Read More
XOXO Mod Podge letter Valentine fun
Aaahhh Mod Podge. Whether it’s some letters, a piece of wood or even a piece of furniture, Mod Podge is just sooo versatile for a budget quick fix project. And sometimes these basic projects are the best! Old is gold as they say. Like these paper mache letters from Hobbycraft. Let’s give them a quick Valentine makeover! OXO .. definitely…
Read More
Scrap wood decorative book stack
I’m sure there’s a million different ways to do this project! But with all the scrap wood we’ve got in the workshop this way was the obvious choice for me. I’m talking about making a decorative book stack. I’m sure you’ve seen them on Pinterest. Or maybe in a shop when they “stage” a dresser or coffee table? They just…
Read More









