Tag Archives: DIY

My top 5 blog posts for 2012

Posted on January 4, 2013 by

This time of year, the internet is rife with ‘year in review’ style blog posts and although it is already Jan 4 I thought I’d join the party (late, with a box a barbeque shapes and a bottle of Yellow). … Continue reading →

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DIY glass jar lanterns

Posted on December 11, 2012 by

I have a confession: I hoard jars. But not just any jars, certain jalepeno jars specifically. I love their hexagonal shape and have held onto every jar that has graced my fridge for about a year, just waiting to create something amazing. … Continue reading →

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How to: clean silver jewellery at home

Posted on September 7, 2012 by

“I’m a bit of a silver jewellery fiend” might be an understatement. I don’t remember how or when it started but I’ve somehow ended up with piles of the stuff from all over the place and it tends to tarnish … Continue reading →

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DIY leather bow necklace

Posted on August 23, 2012 by

  This is by far the quickest, easiest DIY I’ve completed. I made it a while ago but forgot to post the photos in the craziness of the last few weeks. So while I’m currently tucked up on the couch … Continue reading →

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DIY neon rope belt

Posted on July 8, 2012 by

This is the easiest DIY ever. All you need is rope (about double the length of your waist), a carabiner and a hot glue gun (all of which I got from Bunnings Warehouse). 2. First loop the middle of the … Continue reading →

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DIY Inspiration

Posted on July 7, 2012 by

Attempting to DIY this neon rope belt this weekend. Post to come! (Image)

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DIY Tribal Necklaces

Posted on June 20, 2012 by

Some inspiration from Honestly WTF I made these tribal necklaces ages ago, but forgot to post them. I got the tutorial from I Spy DIY . First you will need rope, chain, lobster clips, colourful thread, beads and other decorative hardware … Continue reading →

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Feeling Blue? Some blue DIY inspiration

Posted on April 9, 2012 by

Going back to school or work after a long weekend is akin to squeezing lemon juice into paper cuts. Painful. Here are some blue DIYs to help tackle the back-to-reality blues. Pom Pom Anklets @ A Pair & A Spare … Continue reading →

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When bad DIYs happen to good people

Posted on March 10, 2012 by

I’ve heard people refer to their blog as their ‘show reel’ where all the pretty and flattering things are on display, not a blooper in sight (or ‘on site’, excuse the pun). Well I’ve already posted awkward photos of myself, … Continue reading →

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I’m famous on the internet

Posted on February 11, 2012 by

Anyone who has read this blog lately would have noticed my obsession with all things Do It Yourself fashion. Well Geneva at A Pair & A Spare is one of my favourite DIY heroes and is ‘kind of a big … Continue reading →

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