Tuesday, 31 May 2011

Flower Stained Glass Windows

I think attaching flowers to door windows looks so effective and eye-catching, and you can see how to do it here.

Monday, 30 May 2011

Patchwork Sweater iPad Cover

I love the colours of this scrappy patchwork iPad cover, and I bet it's so soft too! Go here for the how-to.

Cherry Blossom Plate

It's so easy to decorate a plain plate with your own artwork, and this tutorial will show you how.

Sunday, 29 May 2011

Learn to Crochet

If you've ever fancied learning how to crochet, or if you can already, hop over to this page to find lots of beginner lessons and free projects to make - from rugs and blankets to flowers and scarves.

Saturday, 28 May 2011

Ruffle Shower Curtain

I love the gradient of colours on this pretty curtain and it's quite a simple project too. Go here for the how-to.

Summer Water Game Ideas

It's not summer yet, but I personally can't wait fot some hot weather over here! I've put this page together which lists the best water toys available, the best ideas for outdoor water games, plus DIY tutorials for making your own water toys like foam makers and water balloon catapults... Enjoy :-)

Friday, 27 May 2011

Trophy Coat Rack

You can find vintage trophies at yard sales/car boots, and I think they look fantastic on this coat rack. If you do too, go here for the instructions.

Thursday, 26 May 2011

Pop-Up Cards

This pretty step-by-step tute shows you how to go about creating your own pop-up greetings cards.

Wednesday, 25 May 2011

Button Monogram

This button monogram art is a great idea, especially for a kids room.

Tuesday, 24 May 2011

Honey Garlic Pork Chops

These double crunch honey and garlic pork chops look so yummy (honey is another flavour I can't say no to!) - and if you agree, click here for the recipe.

Linzer Torte


Anyone who knows me knows that I can't say no to anything with either raspberries or almonds in, and the classic Linzer torte has both of these flavours - so yay! Go here for the recipe, and have a look around the rest of the website too while you're there for more fab recipes :-)

Monday, 23 May 2011

Egg Shell Vase

I think the colours and the effect of this egg shell vase decoration is gorgeous. To make it yourself, go here.

Sunday, 22 May 2011

Make Your Own Quilt

If you have never attempted to make your own quilt, I'm hoping that this page will inspire you! As I find more gorgeous patterns and tutorials I'll add continue them to add them to that page.

Saturday, 21 May 2011

Concrete Projects


Concrete is such a versatile material, much like resin but with a heavier, more industrial, feel. There are 7 brilliant garden projects using concrete to see: 1 and 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.

Friday, 20 May 2011

Mason Jar Storage

This mason jar storage rack would be perfect for holding toothbrushes etc in a bathroom - click here for the tutorial.

Healthy Snack Ideas

If you snack a lot like me, maybe you'll find a few healthier alternatives on this page, so you can carry on snacking...guilt-free!

Thursday, 19 May 2011

String and Pin Murals

For a very inexpensive piece of wall art, why not try a string and pin tree mural? I particularly like the idea of a string map.

Wednesday, 18 May 2011

Chocolate Mousse










Watch this video to see how to make choccy mousse from chocolate and water alone - and it's the first time I've seen Heston Blumenthal with hair too!

Photo Printing on Mulberry Paper

I think this photo printing idea creates some absolutely gorgeous results.... Click here for details.

Tuesday, 17 May 2011

Upmarket Snickers Bar

I think this dessert looks delicious as well as slick and stylish, and if you'd like the recipe click here - it's based on a Snickers bar, yum!

Monday, 16 May 2011

Clear Vinyl Bibs

These fun and unique bibs are made by embedding all kinds of items such as plants and sequins in between sheets of vinyl - click here for the tute.

Sunday, 15 May 2011

Pillow Tutorial Roundup

For a huge list of pillow making how-tos, including the gathered silk pillow shown above, click here.

Saturday, 14 May 2011

Twirly Toy

If you'd like to make a whimsical twirly toy out of everyday items, click here for the DIY.

Silver Leaf Botanical Tray

Lovely tea tray with silver leaf lining and a glass top - check out Design Sponge for the tutorial.

Friday, 13 May 2011

Egg Cupcakes

A very neat trick to make cupcakes even more fun - by baking the cake inside an eggshell! Go here for the recipe.

Wall Terrariums

I think these wall terrariums would look amazing as a wall feature in any room and you can see the DIY instructions here.

Thursday, 12 May 2011

Balloon Vases

For some interesting and cute mini vases, all you need is balloons and little glass cups - go here for the how-to.

Tuesday, 10 May 2011

Cyanotype Scarf

How pretty is this? To see how to carry out this printing technique yourself, follow the link from this page.

Monday, 9 May 2011

Rolled Paper Chess Set

The pieces of this fab chess set are actually handmade by rolling up different sizes of paper strips - how clever is that?! Go here for the details.

Sunday, 8 May 2011

DIY Gift Tutorials

I've put loads of tutorials (and a few recipes) on this page for original and inexpensive gift ideas. I hope it inspires you to surprise friends and family with thoughtful homemade presents this year :-)

Saturday, 7 May 2011

Fluffy Pancakes

To find out the recipe for some super fluffy pancakes (yum!), click here.

Bunting Lantern

This sweet and whimsical lampshade is made from a very cheap paper lantern and a length of DIY fabric bunting. Go here to see how the bunting is made.

Friday, 6 May 2011

DIY Sherpa Boots

Wouldn't you like to keep your feet toasty warm in these fashionable suede boot slippers? Then go make some!

Thursday, 5 May 2011

Cut-Out Leather Gloves

I love these copycat Chanel gloves which are made by simply cutting up some leather gloves. Obviously they're not for warmth, but I think they look pretty funky!

Go here for the tute.

Wednesday, 4 May 2011

Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread

712 thousand people have already visited the recipe for this bread so I'm quite late to the party - but I still had to put this on my blog because it looks sooooo scrummy!

Go here for the bread recipe.

Flip-Flop Revamp

If you want some unique and pretty flip-flops for summer, just follow this tutorial to replace the regular straps with cotton fabric and flowers.

Tuesday, 3 May 2011

Petite Lasagnas

I like the idea of making neat individual lasagnas - click here for the recipe.

Faceted Gem Pots

I love the technique used to make faceted clay gems in this tutorial - they could be used for many jewellery and decoration projects like these embellished flower pots.

Monday, 2 May 2011

DIY Vintage Signs

Create your own realistic vintage signs with paint, a plank of wood and this how-to.

Sunday, 1 May 2011

What is Saffron?

If you want to find out about the most expensive spice in the world (more expensive than gold, by weight), then click here for a summary plus gorgeous recipes which use a pinch of saffron to make full use of the trademark golden yellow colour it produces.
 
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