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DIY Vintage Map Tray – Easy Craft Project with Step-by-Step Instructions

Make your own DIY Vintage Map Tray is a paid collaborative post with Bostik. Turn a charity shop tray and a vintage map or print into a fabulous personalised Vintage Map tray perfect for any travel fan. I made this as a trinket tray for Mini’s travel themed bedroom.

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Folk Flower Mason Jar Luminaries – DIY Craft Tutorial

Folk Flower Mason Jar Luminaries is a paid collaboration with Bostik.  I have a real love for Mid-century design and these folk flower mason jar lanterns have a real mid-century feel (well I think they do).  They were inspired by a writing set I have and are perfect for the time between Halloween and Christmas when

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How to Make a Hanging Teacup Bird Feeder

How to Make a Hanging Teacup Bird Feeder

How to Make a Hanging Teacup Bird Feeder was a collaborative post with Bosik. These DIY Teacup Bird Feeders are super cute and so easy to make. They are a brilliant way to use teacups and saucers that I keep collecting from charity shops.   Nothing beats watching birds in your backyard and this hanging Teacup

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20 Fun and Creative Clothespin Crafts Ideas

There is no need to just keep your wooden clothespins just for hanging clothes. Oh no, there are so many more uses for them than just that.  Take a look at these inspiring creative clothespeg crafts ideas. There really is a clothespin craft for all ages and abilities here.

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5 DIY Halloween Outfits from things you have at home

5 DIY Halloween Outfits from Things You Have at Home | Creative Costume Ideas

Every Halloween we splash out on capes, broomsticks and witches hats and every year 300,000 tonnes of clothes end up in the bin. Scary right? Well, I am working with Hubbub this Halloween to bring you 5 DIY Halloween Outfits from things you have at home. These kids DIY Halloween costumes are simple to make and I basically

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20 Adorable Button Crafts for Kids | Fun and Creative Projects

Buttons are one of the most versatile and inexpensive craft supplies you can find. They come in every colour, size, and style imaginable, and they’re perfect for both children and adults. From jewellery to wall art, from holiday decorations to simple gifts, button crafts are a brilliant way to get creative. This updated guide brings

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