DIY Nightstand from an old wine crate I revamped an old wine crate into a DIY nightstand for my son’s bedroom. Every year my aunt brings us back a crate of wine from France. I love these little wooden crates almost as much as the wine but not quite! When my son was moaning…
DIY Splashback Using Wallpaper
DIY Splashback (backsplash) with wallpaper My friend had a new kitchen recently installed and didn’t want the usual tiled splashback for her cooker. She wanted something that was going to be a bit of a statement piece. Therefore when Wendy come across some gorgeous Dragonfly wallpaper by Harlequin, she knew that was the one for…
How to upcycle a Skruvsta Chair – an IKEA hack
Ikea Hack – Skruvsta Denim Chair Upcycle I have been called the denim whisperer, because of all the things that I make with old jeans. From sunglasses cases, magazine racks and pocket organisers. I just love upcycling with old denim. So when my office chair was in need of a makeover then this Ikea hack…
Mid Century Modern Orla Kiely DIY’s
Get The Mid Century Modern Look with Orla Kiely Crafts & DIY I love the mid century modern look, which is very popular at the moment. One of the great ways to achieve that look in your home is to add a bit of Orla Kiely. Orla Kiely is a contemporary Irish designer, whose designs…
Upcycled Map Magnetic Board & Pins
How to Upcycle an Old Magnetic Board with Maps I love maps! Stick a map on something and all of a sudden it becomes much more attractive and hipper. For example, my brilliant vintage map suitcase. If you use the right map you can also add meaning to an object by personalising it with…
Wallpaper Lampshades to Match your Decor.
Upcycling Lampshades with Wallpaper A couple of weeks ago I revamped my stairs with wallpaper. They went from dull and dirty to bright and cheery. I used a classic Marimekko wallpaper which was a bit Marmite (you either loved or hated it !), luckily my family and I loved it. To complete the look I…