Colour Pop Shutter: An Easy DIY Paint Project
As a spill-over from our upcycling projects last month, I thought it would be a good idea to share this super easy DIY paint project creating a colourful storage shutter with you. I am forever looking for my favorite paint brush and twine in the workshop so have painted a small shutter that used to […]
5 upcycling ideas with doors
From table tops to headboards – doors are extremely versatile and a great way to get your upcycling DIY on! Try on of these five fresh ideas. 1. Mirror, mirror on the door Turn a reclaimed door into a tall standing mirror that truly makes a statement. Be sure to use a door with a bit […]
DIY: Quick patio wall makeover with upcycled shutters
We recently painted the house a lovely tone of grey and I’d always wanted to add a focal point on the empty patio wall leading to the front door. As luck would have it I found a few old shutter doors in the shed and with a lick of paint and a bit of imagination turned […]
Upcycled shutter ideas
Shutters or louvers present great alternative uses. I have found a few clever ideas to inspire those creative juices and start your own project. Shutter rail Secure a louver door to the wall horizontally to make a clothing rail. Use similar hangers (your prettiest ones!) and display some vintage cocktail dresses or a selected few […]
8 styling tips with candles
In the spirit of load shedding I have found myself buying a lot of new candles and using them in interesting ways that needed to be shared. Here are my top 8 tips and stylist tricks to make your candles truly come to life. Modern monotone With black & white and shades of grey being […]