Good morning all. As you know, this Make It Delightful feature is a collection of Tutorials and How To’s for those who fancy getting a bit crafty.

DIY Yarn Chandelier 

How cool is this DIY chandelier, seen over on Wedding Chicks. Please click here for full instructions on how to make your own.

What you need - wire, wire cutters, yarn, double sided tape, a 12 inch sewing hoop, scissors, lamp cord and a bulb.

DIY Yarn Lanterns

More fab yarn lighting with this lantern tutorial, seen on Brit & Co - please click here for full instructions on how to make your own.

What you need - yarn, corn starch, glue and a balloon.

DIY Marquee Letter Light

I love this letter light, seen on over on How Joyful - please click here for full instructions on how to create your own.

What you need - wood, lights, saw, paint, drill and bits to draw stencil.

What do you think of today’s Make It Delightful? I love the chandelier and think I will make myself a “B” light!

If you have or can make something and would like to show the rest of us how, then please get in touch – I would love to hear from you.

Have a great day and I shall be back soon xx

Happy Friday! I don’t know about you, but I am super happy that the weekend is almost here. I am just so tired this week – think I may sleep all weekend… during the day at least

I came across this White Cosmo Cocktail last week – how yummy and pretty does it look?

Oooh, yes please! What is your favourite cocktail? I am loving Porn Star Martini’s at the moment and frozen Strawberry Daiquiris! Although I do like the sound of this White Cosmo and may have to give it a go this weekend!

Have a fab Friday and I shall be back soon xx

Image via Style Me Pretty.

Morning all. I am going through a bit of a neutral phase at the moment when it comes to decor, but I do still love a stunning bit of wallpaper. I think it is just a case of being quite brave and really going for it – whether you cover the whole room, or just do one wall.

I have been pinning wallpaper inspiration for a while now… until I figure out where I want to do it and also until I come across the perfect paper! Here are a few of my favourites -

Nest Pretty Things

V&A

Horror Society

Pink Persimmon

2Modern

Flickr

Pinterest

Do you Fancy This

What do you think – are you a wallpaper fan? Which one of these would you go for? I love the top flowery one and also the gold panelled one – I like the panelling idea. Doing this post has inspired me to get on the hunt for right paper again!

Have a lovely Thursday and I shall be back soon xx

Good morning. Did you see my Pointy Flats post last week? I thought since we are now all in the mood for them we could have a look at a few DIY ideas.

As you know, this Make It Delightful feature is a collection of Tutorials and How To’s for those who fancy getting a bit crafty.

DIY Valentino Rockstuds

I love these Valentino inspired flats, seen over on Beautylish. The Valentino Rockstuds were actually featured in last weeks post, so these are perfect for today! Please click here to view their You Tube video on how to make your own.

What you need – pointy flats, tape measure, studded ribbon and glue.

DIY Colourblock Flats

These colour blocking flats are great too, seen over on Joanna Goddard and can be done in whatever colour suits. Please click here for full instructions on how to make your own.

What you need – pointy flats, painters tape, glue, paint and a ruler.

DIY Sequin Capped Flats

These sparkly sequin flats, seen over on Glitter N Glue, look fab and seem really easy to do as well. Please click here for full instructions on how to make your own.

What you need – pointy flats, sequins, glue and tweezers.

What do you think of today’s Make It Delightful? I think my favourites are the Valentino Rockstud inspired flats, at the top. How about you?

If you have or can make something and would like to show the rest of us how, then please get in touch – I would love to hear from you.

Have a great Tuesday and I shall be back soon xx

Morning all. Do you remember my post a while back about Terrariums? For those who don’t, a Terrarium is a miniature landscape with stones and living moss, which you then create your own mini scene in, using model trees, animals, cars, people etc.

I came across this Easter Egg Terrarium post over on The House That Lars Built and just had to share it – arent they cute! Pop over to their blog to see more pics and for instructions on how to make your own.

The House That Lars Built

Have a great day and I shall be back soon xx

Good morning and happy Tuesday to you. You know how much I love anything that sparkles, so today’s Make It Delightful needs little explanation! As you know, this Make It Delightful feature is a collection of Tutorials and How To’s for those who fancy getting a bit crafty.

DIY Sequin Cushion

I love this sparkly sequin cushion, seen over on My Sister’s Suitcase. Please click here for full instructions on how to make your own.

What you need - cushion, sequin material and sewing machine or needle and thread.

DIY Marc Jacobs Inspired iPhone Case

How pretty is this Daisy Marc Jacobs inspired iPhone case?! I have just got the new iPhone 5 so on the look out for a gorgeous new case. This fab tutorial was seen on Amy Antoinette - please click here for full instructions on how to make your own.

What you need - iPhone case, flowers, rhinestones and glue.

DIY Tealight Holder

I am a bit candle obsessed and I love these DIY sparkly candle holders, seen on over on 100 Layer Cake - please click here for full instructions on how to create your own.

What you need - candle holder, glitter and glue.

What do you think of today’s Make It Delightful? I love the Marc Jacobs inspired iPhone case especially.

If you have or can make something and would like to show the rest of us how, then please get in touch – I would love to hear from you.

Have a lovely Tuesday and I shall be back soon xx

With Valentines Day on Thursday this week, I have a love filled Make It Delightful special today! As you know, this Make It Delightful feature is a collection of Tutorials and How To’s for those who fancy getting a bit crafty.

DIY Sock Cozy

How cute are these cup sock cozy’s – seen over on Nest of Posies. Please click here for full instructions on how to make your own.

What you need - cup, old sock, scissors and embellishments.

DIY Sequin Heart Elbow Patch

I love these sparkly heart elbow patches… great for Valentines Day, or any other day really! This tutorial was seen on Swellmayde - please click here for full instructions on how to make your own.

What you need - a jumper, sequin trim, glue, scissors, pencil and paper.

DIY Love Letters

This woollen love letter tutorial was seen on My Sisters Suitcase - please click here for full instructions on how to make your own.

What you need - cardboard letters, wool of your choice, glue and scissors.

What do you think of today’s Make It Delightful? I love the red heart sequin elbow patches – and who says you need to be with someone to do this?!

If you have or can make something and would like to show the rest of us how, then please get in touch – I would love to hear from you.

Have a fab day and I shall be back soon xx

Getting creative with the latest trends, fashion and accessories is a great way to make a style statement. This doesn’t just mean shopping – although it goes without saying that shopping is an integral part of any fashionista’s life!  If you are looking for something creative to do why not take your fashion creativity to a new level - tweaking your wardrobe with quick and easy fashion DIY tips and tricks that can make your wardrobe go further.

Fashion can often be seen as a bit sizeist (!), so I love that with this kind of thing it doesn’t matter – you can be super skinny, tall or short, pregnant or a larger lady and because you are doing it yourself you can make sure it truly fits – your shape and size. For those a little too lazy for DIY, you can always stick to shopping – Curvissa offers plus size clothes – great for the more curvaceous lady.

Indulgy

Knitting

Banish all thoughts of grannies sat nattering – knitting is cool! Not just because I do it, hehe! I have a post on knitting coming up so I won’t say any more on that at the moment. With the vintage look so in at the moment, knitting classes have become really popular for budding fashionistas and creatively crafty folk alike. Alls you need is some knitting needles and the wool of your choice. Start off with a simple project like a scarf, and once you have mastered the basics you can move onto more complex items such as a chunky knit or even home accessories!

Knitty

Embellishments

What better way to reinvent an old jumper or top than by adding your own stamp in the way of embellishments? Sequins, buttons, studs and fur trims are all great way to accessorise your wardrobe – and it is like having a whole new item in your wardrobe. It’s not just clothes either - why not add some embellishments to accessories like handbags or scarves? Cool and cheap!

Trash to Couture

Tie Dye

Tie Dye is always a popular print for the summer months… makes me think festival! Why not get ahead of the game this time around and try your hand at tie-dying some old jeans, dresses, scarves or t-shirts? It is so easy to do and cheap too – follow the link under this photo to learn how to do it properly.

Paper & Stitch

What do you think of these creative fashion ideas? I am a knitter anyway, so shall carry on with that, but how fab is that embellished jumper! I am so giving that a go! Have you tried any of these things before… how did it go?!

Enjoy your pancakes tonight (did you see my pancake post?) and I shall be back soon xx

Morning all. I thought a floral Make It Delightful would be nice today, with it being so constantly miserable outside! As you know, this Make It Delightful feature is a collection of Tutorials and How To’s for those who fancy getting a bit crafty.

DIY McQueen Inspired Skirt

You may remember I posted about this Alexander McQueen AW 12 skirt a while back, so I was very excited to see a DIY version inspired by it over on Style Slicker. Please click here for full instructions on how to make your own.

What you need - black petticoat or ruffle skirt, small floral print cotton fabrics in multiple colours, sharp scissors, white cotton thread and sewing needle.

Above – McQueen AW ’12.

Below – Style Slicker DIY version

DIY Floral Crown

I love flowers – they never fail to make me smile or cheer me up. This DIY floral crown would be great for a bride or bridesmaids, or even just for a party – I would wear it to the right event! This tutorial was seen on Bridal Musings - please click here for full instructions on how to make your own.

What you need - florists wire and tape, wire cutter, clippers to cut the flowers, 2 bunches of spray roses, 1 bunch dusty miller and 1 bunch of sprigs of lavender.

DIY Floral Nails

I am literally never seen without my nails painted – I would feel naked and wrong! I love these DIY floral nails, seen on over on The Beauty Department - please click here for full instructions on how to create your own floral nails.

What you need - nail polish remover, 4 paint brushes, a plate, white nail polish and 3 of your favourite colours that look good together.

What do you think of today’s Make It Delightful? The McQueen inspired skirt is amazing… think I may give the floral nails a go too. Which is your favourite?

If you have or can make something and would like to show the rest of us how, then please get in touch – I would love to hear from you.

Have a good morning and I shall be back soon xx

Morning all – how was your first day back at work yesterday? Tough?! January really is a depressing anti climatic month isn’t it! I heard on the TV that yesterday was apparently the most adulterous day of the year, with lots of people having affairs! What a stupid statistic – just encourages dirty cheats if you ask me!

Anyway, grumpy post Christmas rant over and on to something a bit more cheerful! As you now know this Make It Delightful feature is a collection of Tutorials and How To’s for those who fancy getting a bit crafty and today I am looking at a selection of DIY collar necklaces. Click the link under each one to see the instructions on how to make your own.

Glitter collar via Henry Happened

Fabric collars via Au Pays des Cactus

DIY Collars via BurdaStyle

What do you think of today’s Make It Delightful? I love the glitter one… obviously!

If you have or can make something and would like to show the rest of us how, then please get in touch – I would love to hear from you.

Have a good morning and I shall be back soon xx