Celebrate the beauty of upcycling with DIY and crafting projects to spark your imagination all year round. From handmade wedding decor, festival fashion and upcycling. There’s a craft project for everyone no matter what your skill level to make life that little more beautiful. For crafts that are brimming with colour search #PaigeJoannaDIY & stay tuned for monthly content within the Thrift Made Fun Community.
Creating your own personalised presents at Christmas is always so much fun. That is why this Easy Christmas Stocking is brilliant for adding a personal touch to present giving. I chose a bear based on one Chris and I made at Build a Bear on one of our first dates. It's these extra details that make gifts extra special. This DIY will set you up to make you own so you can also surprise someone you love on Christmas morning.
Continue ReadingThe count down to Christmas is only a short time away and it's the perfect time to think about making an Advent Calendar. There are so many lovely options for sale this year, but you can't beat a personalised hand made one. It's the first time I put my own together, after seeing a few variations on Pinterest. After deciding on an envelope style Calendar the res twas really simple. Here are the steps I took to make it, so you can have a go as well.
Continue ReadingAs with many other American Traditions, Custom Christmas Cards have found there way over to the UK. It is becoming more popular to photograph and make your own, either using photography or crafting. As you know I love a DIY project and my photography so why not combine the two. Creating your own cards is an amusing way to spread cheer to your loved ones and here is how.
Continue ReadingGet in the crafty mood and make these easy Tie Dye cushions with pompom trim. No sewing machine needed, just some good old fashion hand stitching and patience. With the help of Dylon dyes it's so simple to update your home decor and make something unique. Total time to make is roughly 5 hours depending on your craft level.
Continue ReadingThis autumn I have decided to really embrace my crafts and DIY posts. Working full time means it is hard to get good photos in natural light and lets face it, taking photos in the cold is never fun. I have been browsing Pinterest Craft ideas (as usual) to get some inspiration. There are some wonderful ideas that I wanted to share with you, to get your creative juices flowing!
Continue ReadingHalloween is fast approaching and it's time to get planning your costume. whether you are going to a party, trick or treating or just fancy getting dressed up at home its the perfect time to have fun with it. Easy DIY Costume ideas for Halloween are great for any last minute plans. You don't need to be creative or spend a lot of money to look great. Here are a few easy ideas to get you ready for the spookiest day of the year!
Continue Reading