Table of Grass

I absolutely love this table. Such a Summery idea, and it would certainly add an element of fun to any BBQ or relaxing glass of wine outdoors in the sun.

See how you can make one, here.

How to Prepare an Art Portfolio

Source: Vladimir Morozov.
At one point I was going to do an art foundation course so I had collected a lot of info and advice from around the Internet to help me put an art portfolio together.

I've now put all of those links into one place - here - in case anyone else will find it useful :-)

Summer Ribbon Shoes

Make your shoes 100 times more Summery with cute ribbon ruffles!

Go here to see how.

Leather Laptop Sleeve

This smart laptop sleeve has been made with a thrifted leather jacket, and you can see how it was done, here.

10 Computer Pranks

Click here for a list of 10 completely harmless pranks which involve making the computer user very confused!

Stencilled Animal Mugs

These adorable stencilled animal mugs would look amazing in a rustic kitchen - and you can see how to make them here.

Popcorn Cupcakes

These fun cupcakes don't require any special skills to make - just mini marshmallows and yellow food colouring to decorate!

See the instructions here.

Bike Cog Clock

There aren't many male-orientated crafts around, but I think this one is a project that no man would dislike! Made from a bike chainring and a clock mechanism, I think the industrial looking result is ultra modern and funky!

Watercolor & Ink Illustration

Source: Maga Merlina.
My favourite illustration style is watercolour and ink, and if you're interested in learning to use ink, watercolour or both, have a look at this compilation of links, videos and tutorials.

I hope it inspires you to give it a go. I've just bought myself some watercolours so will be using my upcoming 2 week holiday to teach myself :-)

Mini Greenhouse

Not just decorative, but functional too! This mini greenhouse is made from picture frames and makes a lovely shabby chic style centrepiece. See the how-to here.

23 Pinhole Cameras

This brilliant resource lists 23 tutorials for making your own pinhole camera - using everything from cardboard to Spam tins!

Pretty Mirror

This is such a pretty and feminine design for your bedroom mirror, and it's so simple too!

Find the instructions here.

Draw, Draw, Draw!

Source: The Storybird Blog.
I've recently got into drawing in a sketchbook, and it's a lot of fun and very satisfying, so I thought I'd write this page to inspire other people to take up drawing too.

I never gave drawing a go before because I always thought I was terrible at it, but I've realised now that not being any good doesn't matter - so even if you think you have no time or skill, just start doing quick little doodles or sketches before you go to sleep and soon enough you'll have a sketchbook full!

Embroider a Tie

Embroidering a tie is a great way to personalise it or just make it more interesting. Go here to see how it's done.

Learn Macrame

Visit this page to find instructions for all of the different decorative macrame knots that are possible - all of which can be used to making interesting jewellery, especially bracelets and bangles.

Camouflage iPad Case

This is a super low-cost iPad case made from a notebook - and the best thing about it is that it's inconspicuous and no-one will ever guess you have an iPad inside. Click here for more details.

Mini Office Weapons

This fun how-to is a series of diagrams showing you the construction of a pencil crossbow made with everyday office/household supplies. Brilliant to alleviate boredom, but be careful!

Car-duo-gan

The Carduogan is the new name given to a cardigan made from 2 different coloured cardigans, and I think it's a great idea because you end up with 2 interesting and designer-esque cardigans - instead of 2 plain and boring ones - with just a little bit of sewing!

Go here for instructions.

Cork Travel Map

I love the idea for this corkboard map because you could do any country in world (or every country) and either plan your next adventures or just mark off where you have already been - perfect for inspiring wanderlust!

Go here for the how-to.

Art Journaling Tutorials

Head on over to my art journaling page here to find the best background technique tutorials, and how-to videos on creating gorgeous creative journals yourself. Perfect for people who want to start journaling, as well as those who already do :-)

Rainbow Garden Furniture

Have a look at these instructions to see how you can transform your plain old garden furniture into something awesome with just some rainbow paints!

Knotted Sailor Bracelet

Click here for a how-to from Etsy on making a nautical style bracelet using just twine and a tin can!

Decorating Cakes

This website has a great selection of detailed photo tutorials on how to make cake decorations and assemble your own professional looking cakes.

Profile Bulletin Boards

A brilliant idea for a family home - making profiles of each resident by cutting and painting corkboard. Go here for the tutorial.

Creative Kid's Crafts & Activities

Source: Ann Wood - Click here for more photos.
Head over to this page for a big list of activity ideas, recipes, arts and crafts for keeping children occupied this Summer! I've tried to include more unusual and creative ideas that are different to the norm... and a lot would be fun for adults too!

Scribble Flower Shirt

This tutorial shows you a really creative way to alter a plain t-shirt using just paint and a sewing machine.

Rainbow Coconut Ice

I literally can't stop looking at this photo...it's just so bright and happy and yummy!

I'm totally having this photo on my desktop.

Anyway, if you would like to recreate the glorious coconut ice pieces for yourself, click here to see how.

Summer Tunic Dress

Learn how to make this super simple floaty dress by clicking here. The fabric looks gorgeous, and the style is perfect for Summer.

Big Bow Pillow

Find the instructions for this super cute cushion, here.

Chocolate Tuile Spoons

...with peanut butter mousse!

These look like such a fun recipe for experimental and creative cooks everywhere, plus I bet they're yummy yummy yummy! Go here to see how they're done.

Go here for a chocolate tuile recipe.

Concrete Bookends

I love the industrial look of these heavy-duty concrete bookends, and you can personalise them yourself with everything from wooden letters to sequins and mini toys!

Hand Printed Mousepad

Why not make a mouse pad which is unique to you by printing your own design using this fun tutorial.

Dip Dye Technique

Design*Sponge has a great how-to here for dying fabrics with a 'dip dye' process, to create pretty graduating colours.

Trim Bracelets

These bracelets are something anyone can make by using a selection of colourful trims - I especially like the pom-pom trim, it's so fun!

Go here for the tute.

Gift Kits

Gift kits are where you give a collection of related items in one pretty box or case, and they are a fantastic idea for personalised and unique presents. The box above has 'Hero Supplies' for men inside, and the homemade packaging is fab. A great idea for hard-to-buy-for guys.

This tutorial shows you how to make your own useful car kit, with it's own case.

And this how-to gives a great idea for a creative box filled with ribbons, tags, stickers and lots of other pretty little things.

Harry Potter World Opens!

So the books I love most have been brought to life in the recently opened Harry Potter world in Universal studios. . . . now all I have to do is save up to go!

There is the iconic Hogwarts castle, a 'Forbidden Journey' flying ride, Dumbledore's office, 'Flight of the Hippogriff', the 'Three Broomsticks' and 'Hog's Head' pubs (with Butterbeer!), Honeydukes sweet shop, Ollivanders wand shop, Zonko's joke shop, Dervish and Banges emporium, Filch's Emporium of Confiscated Goods (with Omnioculars and remote-controlled Golden Snitches!), Hogsmeade station, The Owlery, The Owl Post (where guests will actually be able to send letters and cards postmarked from Hogsmeade!), Hogsmeade village (which will apparently be covered with snow) and the Forbidden Forest.

So exciting!

Braided Bead Necklace

I love the colour and style of this gorgeous necklace, and you can easily make one yourself using this tutorial.

Low Cost Pop Art

You can use any image you like to create this style of funky pop art. Find the how-to here.

Laptop Riser

Go here for a tutorial on making a laptop stand so that you can more comfortably use the laptop in bed!

Wire Crochet Jewellery

This tutorial has very useful step-by-step photos for how to crochet pretty earrings, and it's a perfect project for beginners.

Mounted Cardboard Head

This instructable shows you how to create a cardboard giraffe head for a funky wall decoration. You could alter the how-to for other animals, or then paint or paper mache over the structure for a more realistic effect.

Vulture Lightswitch Cover

I love the unique designer feel to this project, and it's so versatile - you can choose any shape you like!

Click here to see how you can make your own from Sculpey clay.

Farmers Market Tote

I love the country feel of this bag, and the size and fabric just add to that appeal. Go here for the instructions.

Alarm Clock Photo Frame

An old/broken alarm clock is a great object to revamp into a quality photo frame, and this would make a great gift too.

Go here for the how-to.

Stacked Crochet Necklace

Go here to see the tutorial for this fun and funky necklace made from crocheted discs - very cute for the Summer!

Shell Chimes

This project would be a great decoration for outdoors or indoors this Summer, and it's really simple to make.