The Painted Hive
In Print

In Print

Once again, I am fortunate to have had a project of mine featured in Reloved Magazine! My DIY Customised Timber Knobs (from waaaay back in 2010 - an oldie but a goldie!) can be found on page 24 of the Autumn 2013 issue. A big thank you to editor Sally FitzGerald for...

No Bake Candy Crumb Cake

No Bake Candy Crumb Cake

I don't usually post recipes on my blog. Well, actually, that's not entirely accurate - I have never posted a recipe on my blog! Yet, here I am, posting a recipe that's devoid of any actual cooking, and is for a cake that's by no means an actual cake! You'll all think...

How I (usually) Finish Natural Timber Furniture

How I (usually) Finish Natural Timber Furniture

I was gonna write this post in conjunction with the 'before and after' reveal of Charlotte's new table (which was going to have a natural timber finish), though I kinda changed my mind about the look I was going for there, so instead I decided to write it with a more...

Easy DIY Narrow Floating Bookshelves (for behind a door)

Easy DIY Narrow Floating Bookshelves (for behind a door)

As mentioned in my last post, I'm trying to capitalise on the modest proportions of Charlotte's new little bedroom by making use of as much space as possible. This includes taking advantage of the often forgotten area behind the door. One of the first elements I...

A Plan for Charlotte’s ‘Big Girl’ Room

A Plan for Charlotte’s ‘Big Girl’ Room

Every now and again, I get a question from a reader asking why I haven't yet shared photos of my kitchen, bathroom and laundry. My usual response is generally along the lines of "because they're pretty darn crappy". Yep, I know it might seem hard to believe, though...

The Design Cookbook

The Design Cookbook

A little while ago, I was pleasantly surprised to be contacted by Kelly Edwards, who wanted to include two of my projects in her new publication, The Design Cookbook! My Hacked IKEA Drawers and Baking Canister Labels are both featured in this design guidebook which...

Home Tour!

Home Tour!

I know what you're thinking. "Home tour? What the? I already feel like I basically live in portions of your house I've seen that many self-gratifying photos of it". Yeah, I know. Sorry 'bout that. Though in my defence our little house is kinda the heartbeat of this...

Home Office Reveal!

Home Office Reveal!

As promised, here is the reveal of my transformed home office space! It's nothing spectacular, and there'll probably be some future tweaking, though for now I'm calling it done! Oh, and if you missed the awards ceremony, don't worry, you can congratulate me later....

Hello, Remember Me?

Hello, Remember Me?

My name's Kristine. Apparently I'm the person who's supposed to update this here blog on a semi-regular basis. Seems lately I've been a little distracted... ...in a good way (I wish I could say Charlotte happily posed with her brother though the truth is I had to...

Reloved Magazine Feature

Reloved Magazine Feature

Recently, I was thrilled to have a project of mine included in the inaugural release of a new UK based magazine. Reloved is dedicated to all things upcycled (how awesome is that?) with an emphasis on bringing a practical, hands-on approach to the creative art of...