How to Upcycle Drink Coasters, 1 easy method

How to Upcycle Drink Coasters, 1 easy method

How to Upcycle Drink Coasters Another item that I come across lots of in second hand shops is drink coasters, the cork backed ones. Often the coasters dont look to have been used – no staining on the cork and they might still be in a pristine box. So lets...
Upcycle Silverplated Dishes 2 easy ideas

Upcycle Silverplated Dishes 2 easy ideas

Upcycle Silverplated Dishes Have you ever thought to upcycle silverplated dishes?  There is a plethora of silverplated dishes for sale every time I go secondhand shopping. I decided maybe making them a little more appealing to other people might make others think...
Decoupage a coffee cup DIY tutorial – updated

Decoupage a coffee cup DIY tutorial – updated

Decoupage a Coffee Cup DIY tutorial I love to decoupage and was looking to upcycle something different from the usual trays that I do. While at one of the local second hand shop recently I spied quite a few coffee cups for sale, the cogs in the brain started turning...
Learn To Sew A Lavender Bag Free Pattern

Learn To Sew A Lavender Bag Free Pattern

Learn To Sew A Lavender Bag If you love the smell of lavender then this tutorial is for you. You will learn to sew a lavender Bag which you can keep or giveaway as a gift. I have included the link to the video tutorial as well, as many people prefer to learn while...
Upcycle a Box and Create a Notebook – DIY Tutorial

Upcycle a Box and Create a Notebook – DIY Tutorial

Upcycle a Box and Create a Notebook Upcycling is a great way to reduce waste and give old items a new purpose. Here is a tutorial on how to upcycle a box and create a notebook. The notebooks are ideal if you are looking for something unique for a special occasion like...