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

After my fiance treated me to an Ancestry membership last Christmas, I began sharing family photos and discoveries with close relatives on Facebook. The experience has been enthralling: we uncovered family stories, unexpected connections, and long-lost relatives who share the same passion for family history. Creating a family tree scrapbook has turned out to be … Read more

Forget a French cleat tool wall. This cladded OSB section is an easy DIY tool wall storage idea for beginners or anyone short on time. It’s perfect for your most-used tools and can be customised to fit your workshop and needs. When searching for tool wall ideas online you can get overwhelmed by complicated systems. … Read more

I’ve been saving these photos for a while and finally decided to share them. They were all taken in downtown Manhattan—mainly around SoHo and to the west in the commercial neighborhood known as Hudson Square. Today I’ll take you on a visual tour of the area, culminating with a surprising architectural landmark in Hudson Square. … Read more

A delicious, low-effort chunky courgette and cheese soup that only needs a few gentle presses with a potato masher. Low carb and keto-friendly, it echoes the comforting creaminess of a German Käsesuppe while staying simple to make. While staying aboard our narrowboat, I developed a handful of fuss-free soups that travel well and are easy … Read more

Have you ever passed a stack of old pallets and wondered what you could build? Here’s an easy, no-tools method to turn pallets into a comfortable DIY pallet couch for your balcony or patio. When we moved into a slightly smaller apartment with a large balcony, the outdoor space felt empty. I wanted a cozy … Read more

I really admire Kelly Hoppen’s interior style. I love her soothing palettes of textured neutrals and taupes. My DIY home isn’t anywhere near a high-end showhome yet, and I often wonder how light-coloured choices would stand up to dog paw prints and the everyday wear of family life. Even so, her approach to proportion, texture … Read more