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Category: DIY Interiors
Upcycling – an absolute beginner’s guide This is my beginner’s guide to upcycling. If you can’t see the video please click here. What is upcycling? I’ve been upcycling since before the term ‘upcycling’ was invented. In a way it’s sad that it even needs a name these days as it…
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How to make crackers for Valentine’s Day This is my post on how to make crackers for Valentine’s Day. The video was taken from a Facebook live chat so you need to be logged into Facebook to view it. Not such a cracking idea I’m a bit gutted if I’m…
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Decorating tips from The Home Genie This is my post on decorating tips. The video was taken from a Facebook live chat, so you need to be logged into Facebook to view it. It’s good to share One of the things I love about doing the weekly live chat on…
8 CommentsHow to make a cushion cover out of a designer shirt This is my post on how to make a cushion cover out of a designer shirt. If you can’t see the video please click here. Stop the press! Did you know that Ted Baker make cushions? Well you can…
9 CommentsHow to put up a shelf and dress it This is my post on how to put up a shelf. If you can’t see the video click here. How to fill a blank space A blank wall doesn’t need expensive artwork. A great way to fill it can be with…
Leave a CommentHow to chalk paint furniture – 2 years on! This is my post on how to chalk paint furniture. If you can’t see the full version and video, click here. Youtube hit A couple of years ago I painted a fabric armchair my nanna was planning to throw out. The…
11 CommentsHow To Paint A Vase This is my post on how to paint a vase. If you can’t see the video, click here. Why not just buy one in the right colour? Erm yeah you could do that. In fact buy a vase and base the colour scheme of the…
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