Nothing brings a boring wall to life that a statement piece. Here’s a quick way to update your wall and save some bucks. All the items were purchased from Bunnings or Kmart and the total project cost under $30. What you’ll need: mirror frame wire ring wooden beads jute rope raffia Picture hanging strip glue…
Category: Sustainable living
DIY: Cinnamon soap
I’ve been obsessed with making my own product at home and this is one which has been a hit without everyone in my household. It’s really easy to make and works great as an exfoliator. THH Difficulty Level: What you’ll need: – glycerine based soap. – cinnamon powder – a loofah – cotton string –…
DIY: Peg Dolls
Here’s a simple, fun screen-free activity to do with (or gift to) a little one. I added a little pouch to the post so that once you finish making the dolls, you can tuck them into the pouch after play-time. THH Difficulty Level: What you’ll need: – wooden pegs – embroidery thread – glue gun…
Upcycled: recycled paper
Here’s another child-friendly, screen-free activity to do – making recycled paper. I can get a little messy so I would recommend an art smock and some gloves. THH Difficulty Level: What you’ll need: – 2 x dozen-sized egg cartons –paper making mould (I made one using an old photo frame and PVC mesh and used…
Upcycled: ring bowls
Oyster ring bowls look great online but I wanted to make some myself to see whether they looked just as good in real life… They do! So here’s a simple way to make them using some paper and paint! THH Difficulty Level: What you’ll need: – a couple of oyster shells (you will need to…
DIY: Shampoo bar
I had a go at make shampoo bars and they came out a success! Click the link to find out how to make your own…
Revamp: Tassel Bag
I picked up this bag a few years ago in Thailand and although I used it many times, it looked like it could do with a fresh look. Hope this gives you an idea to revamp an old bag lying at the back of your closet too… THH Difficulty Level: What you’ll need: – an…
DIY: Reusable cloth face mask
Help stop the spread and wear a mask! Here’s a quick way to make a reusable cloth face mask in under five minutes…
DIY: Reusable cotton pads
Make your own reusable cotton pads…
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