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Christmas Puzzle Wreaths from Recycled Papers
This set of Christmas Puzzle Wreaths were a delight to create from recycled materials. Can you tell just what I used? The puzzle pieces used for the round wreathes are obvious. The book paper, used for the bow decor, was washed in paint - to mask the print and add...
Handcraft An Authentic String Mop
We decided we needed a larger, stronger mop at home. We were not able to find one that was substantial enough to clean our home filled with tiles. A strong wooden handle was also a better option than the thin plastic and metal option that store-bought mops...
Vintage Embroidered Linen Brooch – DIY
This is the ideal handcraft to preserve the essence of sentimental embroidered family heirlooms. The table cloth with a mould stain, or frayed serviettes make ideal material. If you're clearing out and nobody wants Granny's linen - why not make each member of the...
Create a Playing Card House
You need 21 playing cards to make a cute card house. Its a great way to use up a pack with a missing or damaged card, You will be able to make 2 houses from 1 pack of cards. The whole process requires no cutting and no glue. All you need is the cards, and a scoring...
Book Fold Candle Holder – DIY Bibliogami Project
Bibliogami is the art of making useful or beautiful objects from books. In this project Candle Holders are made from roll-folded books. The Book Fold Candle tea light holders have the imposing appearance of decorative pillar candles. A few can be created from 1...
Book Paper Tree – Decorated with Pressed Garden Leaves
A simple book paper tree, with a low impact on the budget and the environment. This genus is easy on the eye, and is recreated from 3 recycled books - (which originally came from trees themselves). This one has been decorated with pressed leaves from my garden. The...
Dip Dyed Serviettes – A Quick Dinner Decor Project
This is a fun and super quick way to give a dinner party a vibrant hand-crafted touch. Quickly dip-dye paper serviettes (or napkins) in diluted food colouring, allow to dry and use! (Pictoral and video Instructions for making the dip dyed serviettes below) Dip dyed...
Geometric Paper Desk Set
Stationery Storage - Desk set. This is a variation on the paper terrariums from last week. Follow the instructions, but cut out only 2 of the windows. This allows easy access, while partially obscuring the contents. I used paper from an old atlas. It's really good...
Paper Terrarium DIY
It's been very pleasing to see beautiful angular terrariums in so many places lately. The vibrant geometric shape softened by the fresh green leaves of the resident plants makes a great decor item. A paper terrarium is an innovative variation of the original -...
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Collecting – Rose Gold Glass with Copper
Rose gold is the term I used to describe the colour of this collection of vintage glassware. We collected bits and pieces over the past few months for a special family wedding. Now that the memories of a wonderful day are safely packed away, I am enjoying the...
Crochet Stars – A quick handcraft project for Christmas
It's so good to be making again! We have just finished moving house, studio and my husband's office into beautiful temporary space. I'm making some last minute Christmas favours. Crochet Stars for Christmas. I followed crafter and crocheter - Matt's clear...
Sari Tarpaulin – Simple Event Decor Idea
My passion for collecting saris is no secret. I have a huge collection, neatly coiled into shelves in my studio. I have used saris to make bags, to create furoshiki wrapping, to make necklaces and brooches, tablecloths, cushion covers...
Upcycled Cardigans
Today's story - Upcycle sweater - Tutorial Here's how it happened in real life to 2 warm and fluffy pullovers. They have been converted into cardigans - projects perfect for our chilly Southern Hemisphere weather right now. The first is family heirloom Angora...
Botanical Bottles
We have made a huge decision - to put our house on the market. With that has come a mix of emotions - the heartache of leaving a much-loved home full of memories behind and the excitement of the adventure of finding something new. It has also resulted in action,...
Annie Sloan Painted Proteas – Dried and Re-invented
Proteas from a couple of gift bouquets I received were left to dry for a few weeks.... - and then brought back to life again with a coat of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint I painted the petals with Emperor's Silk Red and then dipped the centre stigmas into a thinned down...
Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Project
I've been doing a number of small paint projects at home, using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint. According to the website, it is very easy to work with and rarely requires any prep, such as sanding or priming. It can be used on just about any surface - from wood to metal,...
Kanzashi Necklace – Flower Jewellery
Japanese styled fabric flower necklace created from local vintage sari fabric. Threaded with a hand-twisted cotton cord and finished off with touches of crochet. Kanzashi Necklace - Available as a Boutique Limited Edition option from Freshly Found More colour options...
Azuma Bukuro Bags – Japanese Craft
Azuma Bukuro Bags - Quite a mouthful! A clever and simple traditional Japanese style bag. Also called a wrap bag or triangle bag. [I believe Azuma means East and Bukuro means bag or wrapping] It's made from a rectangle of fabric that's cleverly folded and stitched. I...
