If you’re drowning in little toys, LEGO minifigs, or small craft items, I’ve got an easy DIY storage box solution that will save the day! You won’t even have to go out to buy any special supplies. An old shoe box and some cardboard is all you need to organise all those small items in this neat storage solution. Previously…
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Vintage steamer trunks evoke a kind of romantic nostalgia, bringing to mind magic shows and travelling circuses of old, glamorous ocean liner cruises and dusty old vintage trunks full of treasures in the attic. Even though big heavy steamer trunks are no longer the most practical style of luggage, they certainly are attractive. This fun shoe box craft, captures all…
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No need for boring blank walls, this whimsical Butterfly Wall Art piece is so cheerful. These colourful fluttering butterflies make a perfect feature for a child’s bedroom, nursery decor, or the crafter’s studio. Inspired by a previous Paper Butterfly Lantern craft project, the butterfly theme re-emerges from the crafter’s chrysalis. This is a great decorative art canvas project for using…
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Make a beautiful Butterfly Lantern to decorate your room or workspace with just the humblest of craft materials – paper! It’s a fun project that both kids and adults will enjoy making. Used floral or patterned scrapbook paper to personalise the design to match your home decor. Have you ever visited a butterfly house? It’s a delightful experience full of…
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Have some fun this Chinese New Year and make a colourful dragon puppet to celebrate this vibrant festival. Kids of all ages will love painting the dragon in bright colours – a red dragon red is especially lucky. So easy to make with paper plates, an egg carton and some other basic craft items you probably already have at home….
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Are you anything like me? Do you struggle to find bookmarks around your home for the ten or so books that you have on the go? I have used hairclips, paperclips, rubber bands, spoons, junk mail fliers, strips of fabric, pencils, envelopes and shopping receipts as bookmarks. In a real pinch I have used Barbie clothes as a bookmark. Suffice…
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There is a marvellous world of dollhouses out there. Some are elaborate with many fine details, right down to the plumbing and electric lighting. Some are factory plastic production runs. Others are homemade and easily put together with nothing more than a couple of tissue boxes or even Lego. All dollhouses are beautiful in their own right. The beauty lies…
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Looking for a fun craft for the kids to make this Mother’s Day? Why not try crafting this sweet Tissue Paper Heart. The kids will love the way it looks like stained glass in the sun. These would make a great gift for Valentine’s Day too! Let’s make a tissue paper stained glass heart! You will need: card stock…
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