How to Make a DIY Frosted Glass Sign

February 26, 2019 39 Comments

When I shared my parent’s $100 kitchen refresh a few weeks back the frosted glass doors were probably the most loved project. It was a quick and easy little transformation which anyone can have a go at. Although subtle, the graphic adds a little hint of charm and interest whilst the frosting works perfectly to...…READ MORE

Quick & Easy Spray Paint Update

February 18, 2019 27 Comments

It’s not always easy to see the potential in things. Take this incongruous collection of second-hand planters I was gifted… At first glance it’s not the most attractive assembly of items, is it? I mean, if you were looking to create a pretty co-ordinated cluster of pots, this renegade group wouldn’t even turn your head,...…READ MORE

$100 Kitchen Makeover Reveal

February 12, 2019 88 Comments

I must admit, when I posted about this impromptu room refresh last week and received lots of excited “Can’t wait to see!” messages, I felt a little worried. Aside from the fact the budget was just meager, the room itself was quite nice and neutral to begin with. This meant there was no call for...…READ MORE

A Simple Desk Makeover

November 14, 2018 21 Comments

You know that old saying, “Too much of a good thing is never a good thing.” Well, aside from the fact they forgot to exclude wine…and pistachios…and Friday nights, it’s pretty sound advice, and perfectly apt in the case of this cute little desk. As good as its original pine finish was, when teamed with...…READ MORE

An Impromptu Front Entrance Makeover

October 31, 2018 47 Comments

I’d walked through my brother’s front door dozens of times before though for some reason, one day a few weeks back, it made me pause… …and kind of burned my eyes. I know he’s not alone in having an ugly dated facade along with no real budget and limited aptitude to undertake a complete overhaul....…READ MORE

Easy DIY Cross Base Table Tutorial

October 25, 2018 27 Comments

It’s finally done! Sorry it has taken me soooooo long. I’d like to say it’s because I was super busy, though the truth is, it’s because I was totally procrastinating over writing this tutorial due to the fact I knew it was going to be a beast! Not that making the table itself is a...…READ MORE

Trash to Treasure Vases…using Old Food Jars & Vintage Handbag Straps!

September 19, 2018 24 Comments

Who woulda thought an instant coffee jar wearing a belt could look so cute? Not me, if I’m honest. This was one of those experimental projects which could have gone one of two ways…epic fail or surprising success. Thankfully, it appears to have been the latter!   STEP 1  |  CLEAN JARS Of course, the...…READ MORE

The FREE Dining Room Reveal!

September 13, 2018 84 Comments

After lots of indecision, uncertainty, and sanding, it’s done! I questioned myself A LOT throughout this project, and it really wasn’t until I pulled everything together that I realised I had actually pulled everything off! In case you’ve missed my previous posts about this makeover, I was endeavoring to refresh my sister’s dining room for...…READ MORE

How to Make Hat & Sock Seats (AKA Paint Dipped Chairs)

August 30, 2018 27 Comments

When I mentioned to my son that I was planning on painting just the tops and bases of these chairs, I described it to him as giving them all hats and socks. I thought that was kind of cute until he went on to add that “the hats will eat the socks and then the chairs...…READ MORE

Easy Trash to Treasure Upcycle…using spray paint!

May 30, 2018 65 Comments

Every now and again I’m reminded just how amazing paint can be! Take this ramshackle collection of discarded “goodies”… Lovely, aren’t they? Let’s face it, ordinarily you wouldn’t look twice at any of this, right? The round board was the original top from the stool I hacked recently (it was just sitting in the shed...…READ MORE