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Four ways with chopping boards

Four ways with chopping boards

If you thought chopping boards were just for cutting vegetables, you thought wrong! Here are four creative ways for re-purposing this common household item… Look sharp Paint stripes onto boards; let dry. Place a mirror tile on each board and use a pencil to mark where it will sit. Turn mirror over and apply Liquid […]
Four projects with photos for creative walls

Four projects with photos for creative walls

Save on artwork for your home and make your own with images that are dear to your heart. Your treasured photos can be turned into statement pieces with some creative printing ideas How to get the look Gallery wall See below for pricing of Bus Blind, Faux Canvas Prints and Hanging Clip Boards. Ply Board – […]
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Four projects using linen

Four projects using linen

Create your own napkins, throws, cushions and tea towels with the most beautiful natural fabric – linen! 1. Napkins Cut linen into 48cm squares, then hem with a sewing machine so you have 45cm squares, forming your napkins. Mix chosen fabric dye in a bowl with hot water. Wet napkins in water, then dip about […]
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Four projects with plywood

Four projects with plywood

Try these four projects with plywood – a lovely warm material that has become an essential home trend 1.How to make a plant hanger Buy your pots (ones with a band or lip are best). On the plywood, draw 3 squares with a circle in each the circumference of the pot at the point where […]
Christmas garland

How to create a photo garland

Create a  personalised garland using a collection of your favourite family photographs What you need Assorted cardboard in two or three colours Scissors Compass cutter Family photographs Single hole-punch Jute string Plastic cutting mat How to Step 1:  Use a 5cm radius for the larger discs and 3.5cm for smaller discs.  Using a compass cutter, […]
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Back-to-school DIY projects

Back-to-school DIY projects

Time to crack open your cool colour-coordinated notepads and pencil cases – school’s back for yet another year And while studying for maths exams and weekend homework sessions, well, kind of suck, the good part is that organising your desk at home for the year ahead can be straight-up fun.  The problem?  A total refurb […]
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Four projects with yarn

Four projects with yarn

Spin a fine yarn with these four projects using tried-and-trusty yarn, reinterpreted for today 1. Wall hanging Cut yarn into 2-metre lengths. Fold the yarn in half and loop onto a metal ring by passing the free ends through the looped end. Repeat the process until you have the desired amount of yarn. Trim the […]
Four projects with washi tape

Four projects with washi tape

Versatile washi tape adds creative colour to anything it touches. Here are four easy projects to try How to get the look Washi tape from etsy.com; cake stand from Redcurrent; cupcakes from Petal; elephant ornament from Allium; vase, necklace, flowers and lollies stylist’s own. Wall painted in Resene ‘Vanilla Ice’. Buy your washi tape and cardboard […]
4 ways with copper paint

4 ways with copper paint

Copper adds a warm glow to any interior. Try these four projects using copper paint by stylist Catherine Wilkinson to get the look at your place. Project 1 / Copper-dipped chair legs Project 2 / Painted ceramics Project 3 / Polka dot table linen Project 4 / Personalised candles Projects by: Catherine Wilkinson. Photos by: Wendy Fenwick @ Flash […]
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Four summer DIY projects with towels

Four summer DIY projects with towels

We’ve got four clever DIY projects using beach towels by stylist Vanessa Nouwens Beach towel linen If you love the pattern of your beach towels, why not turn them into a bath mat, facecloth and hand towels? One beach towel should get you all these items. Use your existing bathroom towels as a cutting guide. […]