DIY | Glitter Gem Festival Shorts

 

Summer would be nothing without the great British festival and this year I am loving the trend for glitter embellishment, from makeup to clothes, sparkles are everywhere. 

DIY | Wicker Basket Bag Tutorial

Kick off the summer in style with this easy DIY wicker circle basket bag tutorial.

Interiors | DIY Botanical Cushion Tutorial

 Give your home a spring makeover with this easy botanical cushion tutorial.

DIY | Copper & Marble Coasters Tutorial

As it's the beginning of a brand new month, I thought I would share a really simple yet effective home DIY with you guys this weekend. These handmade copper and marble coasters will create a big impact on your coffee table and take no time at all to make.

Here's how I made mine...

Crochet | Hexagon Blanket Sewing Up & Half Hexagon Tutorial

   

Heard the saying, a girl can never have too many shoes... 

Well it's true with crochet projects too!

Although I probably DO have too many...

With so many exciting craft projects on the go, lists of things I want to make and future DIY ideas whizzing around my head I'm finding I'm not giving myself enough time to focus on finishing those I have already started, including this beautiful plum hexagon blanket. So I thought I'd set aside some time to start sewing my hexagon blanket together and show you guys how I did it along the way!

Bathroom Makeover with Sugru and DIY Hanging Planter Tutorial

 The bathroom has always been my least favourite room in our house. When we moved in it was the only room we didn't have to do much to apart for a good old scrub and clean. However this meant it has never really felt like we made our own mark on it, it has always just been a boring bathroom.

Crochet | Granny Hexagon Blanket ft. Plum Ombre Yarn Bundle from Bella Coco store

What more could you need to cheer yourself up on a cold winters day than a little crocheting. Especially when the colours are this pretty. 

How to use Pinterest to Help Grow your Blog or Creative Business

Pinterest is one of my favourite social media sites, who hasn't spent hours getting lost in a world of endless interior design inspirations or perfect outfit combinations?!  

Crochet Pattern | Smitten Valentines Glove Tutorial

Why not share a bit of warmth as well as love this Valentines. Cosy up with the one you love in this cute crocheted Smitten glove, perfect for keeping both your hands snug on long winter walks.

DIY | New Years Eve Ombre Garland

Happy New Year guys!

With the festive season over, it's time to get your party frocks on, raise a glass with loved ones and see the New Year in in style. 2016 has been some year and I think we are all ready for a fresh start, so to celebrate a new beginning I thought I'd show you a little DIY party decoration that's perfect for any New Years Eve get together.

Crochet | Corner to Corner Blanket Part 2 | Decreasing & Finishing

 After starting my blanket and enjoying watching it grow, it was soon time to start decreasing. This is the good thing about the corner to corner blanket, it will always be a perfect square as you work 'corner to corner'. I started to decrease when my blanket measured 100cm across, follow along as I show you how I finished my project. I learnt this stitch watching Bella Coco's video which you can find here, to see how I started my blanket check out my last post Corner to Corner Blanket part1 | Casting On and Increasing.

Crochet | Corner to Corner Blanket Part 1 | Casting on & Increasing

I love starting a new project in the winter time. 

There's something satisfying about snuggling up in front of the fire after a long day with a new ball of wool and crocheting your troubles away. I have wanted to make a blanket for a while so set myself the challenge of making my first corner to corner blanket using these amazing ombre yarns from Bella Coco Store. If you haven't already, check out Bella Coco for these bundle packs, they are perfect for blankets or throws and come in a range of colour and tones.

DIY | Embroidered Bomber Jacket Tutorial

 Anyone else loving the embroidered trend? 

Whether it's jackets, shoes or bodies, this oriental detailing is everywhere. Good news is it's so easy to make your own unique version of the popular high street ones for a fraction of the cost. 
Here's how I made my own embroidered bomber jacket.

DIY | Copper Plant Pot & Tips for Repotting Plants

I have recently become a little obsessed with plants and really want to fill my home with lots of greenery. I think house plants bring so much colour and life into a house making it feel more homely. Having not know much about plants and after telling my friend that I didn't think my plants were growing much she suggested they might need re-potting. So instead of just buying a new pot I thought I would DIY one to fit in with my spare room decor and give my plants some space to grow.

DIY | Arm Knitted Cosy Chunky Blanket

Hello November. 
I can finally start getting excited about winter now that November has arrived. Who doesn't love cosy nights by the fire, wrapping up warm and frosty walks in the park?! And with it comes the chance to create some seasonal DIY's.
 I've been dreaming of oversized blankets for a while now, having been inspired by Pinterest-worthy interiors filled with chunky knitted throws, so I decided to have a go at making my own.

DIY | Metallic Painted Pumpkins for Halloween | Tutorial

 With October flying by already, I thought it was about time I got my Halloween DIY on! 

I have been pinning, searching and Instagram-stalking decorated pumpkins around this time each year but never got the chance to give it a go myself. With buying my own house I feel I can go all out Halloween crazy this year, starting with these super easy DIY pumpkin decorations. Metallic has been everywhere from interiors to fashion this year and is one of my favourite trends, so I thought it only fitting to add a little shine to these seasonal fruits with some bronze and copper. Read on to found out how I made my DIY metallic decorated pumpkins.

DIY | Colourful Crocheted Bunting

 Whenever I head back to my mum's house I always find myself rumaging in her craft room  for new patterns and yarns to take home and create. She never fails to inspire me to get making. So when I stopped by a few weeks ago for a Sunday roast (why do parents' roasts always taste better?), I spotted a pattern for some crocheted bunting and had to give it a go. 

The pattern was in Simply Crochet (issue 45), a magazine that is great for beginner crocheters. Their designs are always really easy to follow and there is a range of levels and projects to get involved with. The bunting is made up of granny square triangles using double knit yarn, I followed the pattern but added my own twist and steps in certain areas, so here's how I made this crocheted bunting...

DIY | Hen Party Idea & Craft Kit

It's wedding season and with that comes celebrations, parties and the much loved hen do's. 

Recently I hosted a hen party for an old school friend who is due to get married in September. Instead of your traditional night on the town, champagne headache, struggling to walk in heels kinda hen party we decided to throw her a chilled, girly, sunday afternoon  party. Myself and the girls each took responsibility to organise a different activity for the day and yep you guessed it I chose to do a crafty one! Woop!

As it is festival season too, I thought it would be fun for everyone to make a floral headband each. As well as being an easy, laid back activity which we could all do whilst having a chat, the girls would also be able to take their creations home and wear them. 

The perfect group craft activity!

Here's how I made the DIY hen party activity... 

DIY | Celebration Keepsake Necklace Tutorial

Whether it's a wedding gift or graduation present you are looking for this easy DIY is the perfect keepsake to commemorate that special occasion this summer. 

Here's how I made my DIY champagne cork celebration necklace...

DIY | Chanel Bag Flower Pot Tutorial

I am always keeping hold of pretty bags I pick up whilst shopping, some of them are just too cute to throw away. So thought I'd show you a little DIY that's a perfect way to reuse those old gift bags aswell displaying your favourite flowers. 

Fancy making a flower pot out of your favourite brands shopping bag?

Here's how to make my easy DIY flower holder tutorial...