Christmas trees are one of my favourite decorations. Every year I make myself at least two Christmas trees. A big upcycled tree to hang my Christmas ornaments from and smaller DIY tabletop Christmas trees for the mantle or dining table. I really enjoy making the little tabletop Christmas trees and often make a whole forest…
How To Make Upcycled Denim Patchwork Quilted Stars Decoration
I made these patchwork denim quilted stars as an upcycled Christmas decoration, but I think they would look great all year round. Don’t worry if you have never done patchwork before, this upcycle is an easy introduction. Also, as you use upcycled fabric from old jeans, which makes it a free craft too. I used…
The Best Acorn Wreaths, Garlands, and Crafts to Make
There are many acorn trees on my daily walk and come Autumn the ground is littered with the little acorn caps as the squirrels have eaten all the nuts. I still love to gather the husks and use them for making felt acorns. Which I use for acorn wreaths and gift toppers. This year there…
How To Make Painted Acorn Christmas Decoration
My local park is already proving a rich source of craft inspiration with my painted pine cone wings. I didn’t forget about the oak trees either and have made a lovely painted acorn Christmas decoration. This is one of those fall crafts that crosses over towards Christmas just because of the colours I choose. The…
How To Repurpose Jeans for Denim Upholstery – Pillarboxblue
It happens eventually, there comes a time when you have to kiss your beloved jeans goodbye as they are beyond repair. But don’t chuck them out yet, repurpose the denim. There are many cool things you can make for your home out of old jeans and you can use them for denim upholstery projects. Denim…
How To Make Painted Pine Cones Angel Wings Craft – Pillarboxblue
I always seem to have a pocket full of pine cones. Almost every day, I go for a coffee in my local park where I can’t help picking up pretty dropped pine cones. I used some of my collection to craft a gorgeous painted pine cone decoration for my gallery wall. Not only do I…