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Turn Thrifted Tins into Festive Christmas Canisters – A Fun DIY Project

December 6, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

If you’re looking for a creative and budget-friendly way to add some holiday cheer to your home, this DIY project is perfect for you. By upcycling old tins, you can create charming Christmas canisters that are both functional and decorative.… Read More ...

Upcycle Tomato Paste Tubes into a Charming Christmas Garland – A Fun DIY Craft

November 27, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

If you’re looking for a creative and eco-friendly way to decorate your home this holiday season, this upcycled Christmas garland project is perfect for you. Ashley Hackshaw from Lil Blue Boo has shared a delightful tutorial on transforming those cherished … Read More ...

Upcycled Raised Garden Bed -Bathtubs in the Garden

November 23, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Okay, so I’m not gonna pretend I’ve seen a “cheap” bathtub lately—because let’s be real, even the dodgy ones on Marketplace seem to cost a small fortune these days. But when I came across The Carpenter’s Daughter’s tutorial on turning … Read More ...

Turning Vintage Plate Love into DIY Fridge Art – My Take on Eleanor Rose’s Fridge Magnet Idea

November 21, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Okay, confession time: I have a lot of vintage plates. Like… too many to hang, but too pretty to part with. Some have chips, some are mismatched, and a few are just odd little orphaned saucers I couldn’t leave behind … Read More ...

Turn Old Junk Into a Gorgeous Christmas Sleigh with This Easy Upcycle Hack

November 20, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

If you’re into DIY projects that turn everyday junk into charming holiday décor, Larissa from Prodigal Pieces has knocked it out of the park with her upcycled Christmas sleigh. This isn’t your typical craft—it’s a full-on transformation of discarded materials … Read More ...

DIY Napkin Decoupage on Upcycled Jars

November 13, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

If you’ve got a pile of empty jars and a few pretty paper napkins lying around, you’re already halfway to creating something magical. Napkin decoupage is one of those crafts that looks fancy but is surprisingly easy (and oddly satisfying). … Read More ...

How to Make a Trivet Mat from Upcycled Wine Bottle Corks

November 1, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

If you’re someone who collects wine corks with the intention of “doing something crafty with them one day,” then this is your sign. That stash of corks sitting in your kitchen drawer or jam jar? It’s about to become something … Read More ...

13 Halloween Costumes You Can Make From Trash

October 22, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

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Let’s be honest: Halloween is officially out of control. I walked into a costume shop last week and nearly fainted at the $89 price tag for a pre-made “zombie bride” outfit. Like, I could buy groceries for a week… or … Read More ...

Recycling Fun With Rubbish and Pallets – Outdoor Play with Purpose

October 14, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Looking for a creative way to reuse what you already have, while giving your kids a sensory-rich outdoor play space? This wonderful project from The Empowered Educator is a must-see.

In her post, she shows how you can turn … Read More ...

DIY Pastel Pumpkin Upcycle – Purse with Pearls

October 12, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Every Halloween I end up with those cheap plastic pumpkin buckets lying around—usually from the kids’ trick-or-treat stash or leftover from decorations. Instead of tossing them into storage again this year, I decided to upcycle one into something totally unexpected: … Read More ...

DIY Bundt Cake Pan Pumpkin – Thrifted Fall Upcycle

October 5, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

If you’ve ever strolled through a thrift store, you’ve probably spotted a lonely bundt pan or two sitting on the shelf. Instead of baking a cake, why not turn one into a gorgeous rustic pumpkin for your fall décor? This … Read More ...

DIY Rock Eye Peepers – A Spooky Fun Craft

September 30, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Okay, how cool (and slightly creepy) are these Rock Eye Peepers from Made By Barb? If you’re looking to add a bit of eerie charm to your Halloween setup—or just love quirky garden art—this tutorial is such a fun one … Read More ...

Nature Play: What Sticks, Stones, and Mud Teach That Screens Can’t

September 24, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

By Dr. Lucy Harper, Child Psychologist 

You might remember a few month’s ago we had an article called “Why Do Your Kids Play with the Box? An Interview with Child Psychologist Dr. Lucy Harper” where I shared a … Read More ...

Recycled Pallet Cubby Houses – Big Backyard Fun on a Budget

September 16, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

If you’ve ever spotted a few old pallets by the side of the road and thought, “I could make something amazing out of those,” you’re absolutely right.

One of my favorite discoveries lately is this gorgeous backyard cubby house made … Read More ...

This DIY Board Game Table Made Me Want to Dust Off My Cricut

September 7, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

You know that feeling when you see a project and instantly start mentally rearranging your whole weekend to fit it in? That was me with The Carpenter’s Daughter’s DIY Board Game Table tutorial. I mean, it’s so good. … Read More ...

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