Ideas For DIY
Every year, the shops manage to make a new Christmas colour scheme look essential.
One year it is all soft neutrals. Then suddenly we are supposed to need oversized bows, a miniature village and enough matching ornaments to decorate a … Read the rest
There is something very satisfying about a Christmas craft that looks far more expensive than it actually is, and these DIY Farmhouse Christmas Bells definitely fall into that category. This project takes a very simple base, a large plastic cup… Read the rest
Christmas decorating can become expensive one small purchase at a time.
A runner does not seem like much. Neither do the matching napkins. Then there are candles, place-card holders and a little arrangement for the middle.
Before you know … Read the rest
Before you buy a Christmas table runner, another packet of decorations or six matching napkin rings, have a proper rummage through your cupboards.
Not a quick glance. The sort of rummage that finds the lovely serving bowl behind the salad … Read the rest
Christmas postage has a sneaky way of becoming far more expensive than the gift inside the parcel.
You start with one innocent handmade ornament, add a little treat, perhaps tuck in a second gift for a sibling, and suddenly the … Read the rest
There is something wonderfully nostalgic about a popcorn garland draped around a Christmas tree. It has that old-fashioned, handmade look that feels as though it belongs beside wooden ornaments, dried orange slices and the slightly wonky decorations the children made … Read the rest
There is something about a snowman in a slightly wonky hat that makes a front door feel welcoming. Add a checked scarf and a gentle glow from fairy lights, and you have a Christmas decoration with plenty of personality, without … Read the rest
If you have ever walked through a Christmas craft fair and thought, “I could make that,” then this is your friendly reminder to start now.
Not in a frantic, glue-gun-at-midnight sort of way. Not with ribbon stuck to your sleeve … Read the rest
Learn how to rust safety pins and jingle bells safely using vinegar and salt. Create authentic rusty metal embellishments for primitive crafts, ornaments and farmhouse décor.
There is something rather lovely about a little pile of rusty safety pins and … Read the rest
There are plenty of shiny red, white, and blue decorations out there, but every now and then a patriotic project comes along that feels a little more heartfelt. This 4th of July Patriotic Flag Wreath from CraftBits is one of … Read the rest
You know that moment when you’ve finally sat down to wrap gifts, the tea’s gone cold, the dog’s under your feet… and you realise you’ve run out of gift bags? Or worse, the present you’re holding is some awkward shape … Read the rest
There’s something magical about Christmas sheet music. Maybe it’s the look of the curling notes on aged paper, maybe it’s the way a favourite carol instantly takes you back to childhood Christmas mornings. Whatever the reason, sheet music isn’t … Read the rest
Perfect for Christmas mornings, birthday surprises, teacher appreciation, or just because, this handmade coffee cup card holder is more than just a gift—it’s a little bundle of joy. Designed to hold a coffee gift card or even a sachet of … Read the rest
There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about a Christmas paper chain. Many of us remember sitting at the kitchen table as kids, gluing colourful strips together and proudly draping our creations across the house. This project brings that same magical, old-style charm… Read the rest
Looking for a fun, festive, and super easy holiday craft? This Cinnamon Salt Dough Gingerbread House is a perfect project for creating a charming homemade decoration that smells as sweet as it looks! Using simple ingredients like salt, flour, and … Read the rest