Sometimes inspiration is easy to find and other times it’s really tough. I’m sure, like me, most creatives use Pinterest as one of their sources of inspiration. Everyday life situations and needs that arise are also an obvious source of inspiration. But one that is so often underestimated is community. One source of inspiration that…
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Hello Baby // Baby shower cake topper DIY
Yesterday we celebrated my sister-in-law’s baby shower and so it was the perfect time to get crafting. I love a good cake topper! It’s such an easy way to turn a very simple cake into a perfectly themed cake. We went with a neutral, brown toned boho baby shower with paper palm leaves, pretty baskets…
Free cloud vinyl SVG files // How to use an SVG in Cricut Design Space
When baby number 2 was on his way, I was asked a few times what the theme of his nursery was going to be. My honest answer: “Anything gender neutral from his sister’s nursery!” Apart from the one or two pink touches, the room really stayed almost exactly the same. More than four years later…
Geometric Wall Vinyls DIY // Free Cricut Project & SVG
One of the easiest ways to update a space is by adding some simple vinyl sticker decals to the wall. It’s great for a rental space too, as you can just remove them when you need to. Being able to make my own vinyl stickers is one of my favourite things about die-cutting and by…
Cork Coasters with the Cricut Maker // Free SVG download
Coasters have been on my DIY radar for a while. I made some cement coasters a few years back, but we needed something lighter and baby safe that would still protect our furniture from wet glasses or mugs. Of course wanting to try cut cork with my Cricut Maker was a great excuse! How to cut…
Leather Keyrings // DIY with Cricut
One of the things that excited me most about the Cricut Maker is it’s versatility. In this project alone it’s cutting a thick material like leather and then by simply switching out the blade it can cut fine detail from the iron-on. There are so many fun projects that this could be used for. To…
Bunny Rattle DIY // with free SVG pattern for Cricut
I have been loving playing around with my new Cricut Maker! The Wholesaler SA has now made a range of Cricut products available in South Africa and it has opened up a great new way of crafting. In light of Easter coming up soon and the fact that I like to jump right into things,…
DIY Paper Fiddle Leaf Fig // Free Download
Fiddle leaf figs are still one of the most popular indoor plants. Well, on Instagram at least. Unfortunately mine is not doing too well and has officially dropped more dead leaves than it has grown since I got it. Whoops! Paper plants always seem to come to my rescue, so of course a DIY paper…
DIY Soft Toy Rattles // Free Cut File for Baby Plushies
We seem to have a definite flurry of children’s birthdays around June. Of course it’s compounded by the fact that our antenatal class friends’ babies are all obviously born within a few weeks of each other. I started trying to DIY a present for each of Bubs’ friends, but instead it turned into these sweet…
Bunny Print // Free Download
I love a good simple print. They can be such an easy way to add a whole bunch of character to a space. We inadvertently ended up with a bunny and bear theme in Bubs’ room when we decorated it, nearly two years ago. I knew I wanted to do vinyl stickers on one wall…
Soft Sole Velvet Toddler Shoes // Baby DIY with pattern
Last week I shared a tutorial for soft sole baby shoes, which may well end up being the first in a whole series of baby or toddler shoe DIY patterns. I’m thoroughly loving being able to put Bubs in shoes that I made specially for her and need to maximise on it while she’s still small enough…
Bunny Cake Topper with Fabric Flower Crown // DIY
Looking for a statement Easter cake? Maybe you weren’t, but let this bunny cake topper change your mind. I mean, it’s even got its own little flower crown. It would be great for a themed birthday cake too and can easily be adapted to be a little fox or cat. Maybe I’ll need do that…
DIY Mother’s Day Gift Ideas and Printables // Roundup
Mother’s Day is coming up quickly. Have you decided how you’d like to treat your mother? Or maybe what hints you want to give to your children? With 4 days to go, you’ve got a little bit of time left to make a quick DIY Mother’s Day gift. I’ve rounded up some lovely ideas below, for…
Printable Valentines Date // Homeology
Valentine’s Day is just a few days away. Still don’t have a plan? I’ve got you covered. Sometimes it’s nice to actually just stay home or pack a simple picnic and head somewhere relaxed for the evening. Use the printable valentines date pack that I’ve put together to add a little special touch to the evening.
Printed Gift Bags // DIY
If you’re like me, you’ve probably left some Christmas presents that still need to be wrapped today. Some presents work so much better in a packet than being awkwardly wrapped in wrapping paper, so here’s a quick last minute DIY for printed gift bags to wrap your presents.
DIY Botanical Paper Leaves // Homeology
I’ve been seriously stocking up on indoor plants. Our living space finally has enough, but now I need to tackle the rest of the house. But sometimes, you want some plants that don’t need to be watered and looked after. Are these DIY paper leaves not the perfect solution?