Tag Archives: upcycling
Transforming rubbish old tins with old paper
I really, really hate throwing stuff away. If it wasn’t for my husband I’d probably get written about in the Metro, how I have to tunnel myself in and out of my house because it is wall to ceiling with … Continue reading
Posted in Craftiness, Thrifty
Tagged containers, craft, mod podge, paper, recycling, tins, upcycling, wallpaper
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The Anti-Swank (and check out my orange pop)
I’ve had a few conversations recently that have made me realise, that when it comes to clothes, furniture and general belongings, Tim and I are like the Anti-Swank. We take an absurd kind of pride in going as low as … Continue reading
Posted in DIY, Finding things, Our recycled home, Thrifty
Tagged recycled, thrifty home, upcycling
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Ten new uses for old teacups
What IS it that is so tantalising about a vintage tea cup? Is it its daintiness, a fragility that makes you feel kind of feminine? Is it the beautifully detailed roses, or bright, retro colours? The love of tea cups … Continue reading
