When we first moved into our house, we knew that we would have to do something about the bathroom. It was probably last updated in the 1990s, judging by the peach painted walls overlaid with a sponged stencil. Remember when rag rolling and sponge stencils were really popular? I am definitely old enough to recall… Read More »
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12 Days of Making (11) Last minute gifts
A planter makes a beautiful last minute gift, and it’s not too late to bag a few cyclamen and some ivy to create this pretty white and green bowl of loveliness. Take an old bowl (I used this copper one from a flea market in the summer). Decant the plants, and put some potting compost… Read More »
12 Days of Making (10) Party food
One thing I really love about Christmas is party food. Thinking about it, planning it – and making it. We often have a party around the 22nd December, and this year’s was the first in our new house. I served up some old and new favourites, all aimed at maximum flavour and minimum time. First… Read More »
12 Days of Making (7) Candlelight
Some of the best ideas are the simplest. That’s definitely the case with these snowy tea light holders. Once again, they’re made with recycled items, and they’re a really quick and easy make. All you need is some empty jam jars (I used Bon Maman ones as I like the shape), a packet of rock… Read More »
12 Days of Making (6) Brown paper parcels tied up with string
I haven’t bought all the presents yet, but I’m getting there. I’m going to wrap as I go along, it’s easier that way. This year, as usual, I’m not going for sparkly paper. Pretty though it is, it can’t be recycled and that’s a no for me. At this point, there’s no time to make… Read More »
12 Days of Making (3) Natural table decorating
My thoughts have turned to decorating the house, and as I’ve decided to try and be as plastic free as possible this year, I’m going to be using mainly plants and flowers. I love the choice of evergreens around at this time of year: snowberries, holly, pine, ivy with its lovely variegated berries, Christmas roses… Read More »