Whatever the celebration, a party hat is the ultimate accessory to get the party started! I’ve made a template that you can download and use to DIY your own party hats in any colour and finish to suit your theme. Here’s how…
If you want to dress your dining table for a special event, here are some thrifty tips & easy DIYs you can use to create beautiful party place settings and festive tablescapes…
A hen party weekend isn’t complete without some hilarious games for the girls. Some of the bride’s pals will already be friendly other with from school or uni, while others may be connected to the bride through family, work or activities and may not know anyone else. So party games are essential in breaking the ice and getting everyone involved in the group. Today’s post includes a round-up of the most popular games for a hen weekend with large groups of girls. Let’s begin..!
If you’re planning to entertain over Christmas and New Year, it’s a great idea to have a cocktail cabinet ass a place to serve delicious drinks to your guests. Here’s how to make your own DIY retro bar from an old display cabinet…
If you want to decorate your venue for a party but are trying to stick to a budget, here are some fantastic ideas for decorations that you can make yourself.
Over the years I’ve lived in some rather small homes and it’s been difficult to decorate for Christmas in such a compact space. However, that’s never stopped me from filling my home with festive decor each December and, in fact, I’ve quite enjoyed the challenge of making my own DIY space-saving Christmas trees. Here are three ways to upcycle pallets, pipes and paint to create your own unique festive decor that doesn’t take up too much space…
I don’t know why hostess trolleys ever went out of fashion. They’re so handy for gathering everything you need together, and wheeling it right where you need it to be. So, when I spotted this old wooden trolley in a skip, I was keen to rescue it. Here’s how to upcycle a retro trolley into a vintage style bar cart for bank holiday parties…
If you’ve got guests visiting over the festive season, are planning a big New Year’s Eve party, or simply want to dress up your dining table for a special family Christmas today’s easy DIYs will help you create magical place settings for next to nothing..!
If you’re planning a festive get-together over the coming months, this light-up bar would make a great focal point to serve up cocktails. And even better, it’s made from pallets! So get out the drill, pop open that pot of paint and have a go at DIYing it for yourself…
It’s now easier than ever to create your own Christmas light design or neon sign at home. Here’s the step-by-step DIY guide to making any festive design you like using neon EL wire…
Why not turn an old piece of furniture into a drinks cabinet so that you’re ready to host plenty of fun parties this festive season? Here’s a step-by-step guide to DIY a funky bar from any kind of old writing desk or bureau…
This has to be the quickest DIY project I’ve ever done. I don’t even have a step-by-step guide to share with you. But I do have
Late summer/early autumn is a lovely time of year – the weather is still warm (but not too hot) and there’s plenty of plants still blooming in the garden. This combination makes it an ideal time for outdoor entertaining so here are some tips to make sure your gathering is cosy and fun…
I’ve made my first ever neon sign. It’s going to take pride of place in my office in a few months time but I couldn’t
Great news – my project on prettifying glassware for New Year’s Eve was published in Reloved magazine this month! Check out Issue 50 for the
For many people, their special day is all about being with friends and family in familiar surroundings, having a celebration to remember. With Pinterest taking
Were you a bridesmaid over the summer? Do you have a gorgeous freshly-laundered bridesmaid dress hanging in your wardrobe? Think you’ll probably never get a
If you want to get into the festive spirit but don’t want to splash the cash on a new Christmas jumper, I’ve come up with an easy DIY version that you can make at home. I’ve used a T-shirt that I picked up from the charity shop for just £2 but you could add a festive design to any sweatshirt or tee you already have at home. Here’s how…
No festive party should be without a cocktail cabinet, which is precisely why I’ve DIY’d one this month! Turning this writing bureau into a drinks bar is a relatively easy upcycle (no power tools required!) and it’ll be the hub of all your gatherings over the festive period, so read on to find out more…
If you’re planning a wedding this year, you’ll no doubt be searching the internet for inspiration for your big day. I’ve been doing some thrifty wedding research & here are some inspirational wedding blogs to help you save money on your big day & give you plenty of ideas for personalising the event.
If you’re planning a summer party but want to stick to a budget, how can you get a pulled-together chic look for only a few
The bugs in my garden have already stopped me from enjoying the space on a couple of occasions so in today’s blog post I’m sharing what attracts mosquitoes to your garden and some inexpensive steps can you take to eradicate this pest problem…
If you love to share your photographs on social media, you’ll no doubt have spotted the latest photography trends on the platforms you use. If you want to replicate those cool photos for yourself, here’s how to get the look for less…
It’s no secret that I’ve been concentrating on landscaping my garden this year and have been making all kinds of DIY updates now that the weather is improving. With spring in full bloom, I’m thinking that garden parties and BBQs are just around the corner, so there’s no better time to tackle organising and zhooshing up back garden right before all the hosting duties kick in.
If you want to create an outdoor kitchen in your garden, it’s easy to DIY it with just a few pallets, a scaffold board & a ceramic sink. Here’s how I made a handy kitchen cabinet & worktop for my deck from scrap wood…
When the weather starts to improve, thoughts turn to your outdoors space. But how can you bring extra fun to your garden this summer? Here are five things you can add to your garden to help you and your family enjoy being outside even more…
A slightly different take on the classic festive gingerbread man, this cookie dough contains cocoa powder so it produces a dark, crisp biscuit. When cut
Need some low cost decorations for your Halloween party? Look no further! You can make this flying bats garland in a matter of minutes and
A hen party is a once in a lifetime celebration – and you need to make sure that the hen do kitty stretches the entire weekend (those cocktails aren’t going to buy themselves, are they?). I spoke to stag and hen party planning experts, Last Night of Freedom, to get an insight into their top tips for saving money on your hen weekend. Here’s what they said:
If you’re a blogger, vlogger, photographer or independent business, you’ll no doubt already be planning for Christmas. I know – too soon, right? But we’ve already had plenty of ‘Christmas in July’ events and product previews and, in terms of content creation, it’s fast approaching! So, today I thought I’d help you be prepared and share some essential things you’re going to need in advance of the festive season…
With Christmas fast approaching, my latest DIY project is a rather festive one indeed. Yes, I’ve got my trusty glue gun out again and I’ve been
As you can probably tell from the recent activity on my blog, I’m getting excited about Christmas already. But it’s definitely with good reason; the
When it comes to their wedding day every bride to be wants to make their day as memorable as possible, so I’m sharing some of
Garden decking can help transform your garden into an extra entertaining space. It makes it the ideal place to enjoy an alfresco dinner or to throw a garden party for your friends. Here’s how to install a deck in your garden at a fraction of the cost..
Stuck at home on a rainy day or in one of those moods when you feel like you have all the energy in the world
Are you planning some home improvements? A new kitchen perhaps? Converting your loft? Adding a conservatory? Well, before you begin these huge DIY tasks, today’s
Happy Halloween everyone! While I’m not planning to go out trick or treating or dress up for a costume party, I have spent a little
How are you decorating your dining table this Christmas? Will you be adding crackers? Have you got a beautiful floral display planned? Are you decorating
It may be wet and snowing outside this morning but no amount of bad weather can dampen my mood. And that’s because I’ve been enjoying
Mother’s day is coming up on 11th March so I thought I’d share some thrifty tips for ways to celebrate with mum that’ll suit all
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This week has been an incredibly crafty one for me – first it was the wreath-making workshop and today’s blog post is all about my
Be warned: Now that it’s December 1st there is no stopping me. I’m going Christmas crazy and you’ll be lucky to find anything non-festive on
With the festive season just around the corner I’ve started to tackle some DIY projects to get ready for the big day in advance. After
Outdoor summer parties are often easier to host than indoor parties, and the casual atmosphere of entertaining al fresco means you can get away with
Do you know someone who always seems to be chilly? The spouse who turns up the thermostat in the middle of summer. The family member
What do you give to your special someone for Valentine’s Day when you’re both trying to save money and clear the clutter? Something very thrifty
When it comes to home décor, I almost get giddy about decorating for each season. I am one of those homeowners who will decorate for
Great Britain spends several billion pounds on hen parties every year, and while the bulk of that money is spent on travel and accommodation (a
We all love to party and have fun with our friends and family, but sometimes events can be bit of a chore. We eat the same
We all love the chance to get together with our friends, even though it can be difficult when we all lead busy lives to find
It’ll probably come as no surprise to you when I say that weddings are expensive. If you are planning to get legally married in the
It is becoming increasingly popular at parties and events to have a photo booth, where guests can have their picture taken. These photo booths are
Summer is on its way and us Brits love to get outside as much as possible as soon as we see the sun coming out
Today’s blog post is a super-fast DIY project to add a little personality to an off-the-peg high street top. Yes, I’m doing a Primark hack,
I know that many of you love fairy lights at any time of year, just like I do. We’ve hung them in our bedrooms, and
I know I sometimes go on about Christmas a little too early but this time it’s for good reason: If you get your fairy lights
Yes, I grew these pumpkins in my garden. Can you believe it? I’m still surprised myself! I want to use them to decorate my home
It’s all about love this Valentine’s weekend and I wanted to do something special for my husband. We’re being especially frugal this year (saving for
It’s a well-known fact that everybody looks for ways to save money at the start of the year, especially straight after the ‘excessive’ festive period.
How have you been getting on with your #WomanKind journey so far this year? I want to chat through my own progress with you today, and
Halloween has turned into one of the biggest nights of the year in many people’s social calendars. Bars and restaurants run Halloween-themed events and parties
Earlier in the week I shared my ideas for a birthday party via this moodboard, and as you can see I’m planning a red and
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Some occasions you just have to have a get together. Birthdays, weddings and christenings are no-brainers, but there are some other events that simply demand
It’s Halloween this week and as usual I don’t have any budget for a costume for all those parties I’ll be going to. But I’m not worried
Did you successfully host a New Year’s Eve bash or did you feel that it was too chaotically thrown together at the last minute? With all
Today I am delighted to be able to share a DIY tutorial with you from the expert jewellery-making team at The Bead Shop in Manchester. This
If you’ve been following my blog, you’ll know that over the last few weeks the wonderful Claire from Lacey in Places blog has been sharing
Christmas jumpers. They are everywhere! I can hardly walk down the street without seeing festive knitwear in every shop window and cosy Christmas cardis worn
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