Autumn has arrived in full force. The days are getting cooler, and I still hadn’t started my seasonal decorating. I wanted a quick, cheerful project to bring a little Fall spirit into the house. The first thing that caught my eye was a simple bottle with an orange plastic top that looked pumpkin-like—so why not … Read more

In this tutorial I’ll show you how to make quick and stylish fabric-covered button earrings. You’ll learn how to upcycle ready-made fabric buttons, create your own covered buttons, and even turn buttons into a ring or brooch pin. I’m back with another glue challenge featuring Bostik. Every few months I get sent products to experiment … Read more

This post revisits one of my earlier projects—a mirror makeover—because sometimes the first attempt doesn’t fully satisfy me. I wanted a farmhouse, chippy finish on this mirror, so here’s Mirror Makeover: Take Two. To be fair, my first attempt was my introduction to milk paint. I didn’t really know how it behaved, but I tried … Read more

Here’s how to make an easy S-shaped unusual side table in an afternoon using biscuit-joined pine. If you don’t have a biscuit jointer, dowels or hidden L-brackets under each shelf will work too. I built this S-shaped side table in a single afternoon and was delighted with the result. The S profile looks delicate but, … Read more

Need new curtains but working with a tight budget? These simple, stylish DIY drop cloth curtains are an affordable way to add privacy and character to any room. Using canvas drop cloths, a few basic supplies, and a little patience, you can create full, pleated curtains that look custom-made without the custom price. Making Curtains … Read more

A blogger friend commented on my recent frame project that we can’t leave anything shiny alone. To prove the point, I gathered three frames I had collected at different times over the years. They all shared a gold-or-silver metallic finish on wood and once held photos of my children when they were babies. After more … Read more

If you’re new here, I also run a food blog called Tastefully Vikkie. As a DIYer, I’ll share the affordable essentials I use to capture food photos and videos without breaking the bank. This post includes a tip using Blu Tack and mentions items I use; some images show the gear I rely on. Slimming … Read more

How I Hid My Washing Machine: A Simple DIY Fabric-Covered Partition This medium-sized spare room doubles as a laundry and family room. Because the washing machine is permanently plumbed in and can’t be moved without major work, I chose a creative solution: disguise it. The goal was to make the appliance blend into the room … Read more

Although I run a cooking blog, my posts often cross over to my DIY site because preserving and gift-making are a natural blend of the two. If you enjoy taking your time to create something special and saving money while doing it, chutney-making is a perfect project. It rewards patience, creativity, and a little organisation. … Read more

Spring may still be a little way off, but after a long winter a fresh burst of color and creativity is just what we need. Here are 35 easy spring ideas to inspire you—simple, budget-friendly projects for tables, walls, home decor and outdoor spaces that will bring the warmth and cheer of the season indoors … Read more