Faux gilded Easter eggs

How gorgeous are the colours of these dyed Easter eggs, and that gilded look adds just the finishing touch. Add quick and easy guilding to eggs with foil wrapping paper.

Charming Easter centrepiece

Don't you just love this Easter centrepiece. If you don't want to use artificial grass for your centrepiece you can substitute with wheat grass, or other lush grass variety that you find at your local garden centre or nursery.

Beautiful Easter egg designs

So many beautiful ways to decorate Easter eggs, or even eggs that you would like to put on display just because they look gorgeous. I have been honing my skills at making lace eggs and show you how in a separate feature, but here are some creative ways to decorate eggs for Easter - or for your home...

How to make decorative lace eggs for Easter

I have previously featured on lace eggs but this time I want to do Easter eggs with a lace design. Although, having made these I think I will put them on permanent display somewhere !

St Patrick's Day centrepiece

Make up a mini tabletop garden centrepiece for St Patrick's Day. This mini bouquet is set in a chic glass container and features clover and wheatgrass and cut flowers (Shasta and chamomile daisies). What a great way to dress up your St. Patty’s Day table!

Colourful Easter egg garland

Buy some colourful embroidery thread and a pack of small balloons to make an Easter egg garland or colourful table display.

Fold serviettes for a pretty table setting

Unique serviette folds can make a table setting extra entertaining. I'm happy to show you these fantastic fillable pouch serviettes by Matthew Mead. They are a perfect way to deliver Easter treats !

Decorate eggs with paper or fabric

Make these decorative Easter eggs with pretty fabric or patterned wrapping paper and then place them on display on a table or shelf.

How to blow out or empty eggs

With Easter on the horizon, you will be on the lookout for Easter craft projects. One project that is always fun, is to decorate blown out eggs in different ways. For this project you need to blow out eggs and here's how to...

Valentines for the disheartened

Not everyone looks forward to Valentine's Day, so this year I decided to feature a Valentine's Day craft that would appeal to the disenchanted, disillusioned and disheartened. We'll show you how to make a bouquet of black roses using duct tape.

Crafty projects for Valentine's day

If you're tired of spending a fortune on a Valentine's day card or gifts, you can so easily start crafting your own. There are so many wonderful Valentine's day ideas on the Internet and here are just a few crafty Valentine craft projects that caught my attention...

Ideas for driftwood Christmas trees

If you are lucky enough to live by the coast, take a stroll along the beach to collect pieces of driftwood. You can use driftwood to make a variety of festive or home decor accessories. You will find some amazingly crafty ideas for driftwood Christmas trees...

Crafty DIY ideas for a festive wreath

So many beautiful ideas for a festive wreath and only one door...! There are hundreds of ideas for festive wreaths on the Internet and I decided to select a few to give you ideas and inspiration for dressing up the front door.

Cute little angels

As an incentive to speed up their Christmas orders, Art Mind created these cute little angles as gifts for clients placing their orders early. Too adorable, these little angels would look wonderful as ornaments on the Christmas tree.

Patchwork star with aluminium cold drink cans

I have been looking for ways to use up my collection of aluminium cold drink cans and decided to make a patchwork star using the cans. I think the patchwork tin start came out great and will definitely be making more.

Christmas gifts you can make

When times are tough - the tough get creative. There are hundreds of creative gift ideas that you can make. And don't think that your gift won't be appreciated. I have always been one that truly appreciates a gift given a lot of thought and made with love.

Gorgeous paper Xmas trees

The trees are made using sheets of music for some trees, book pages for others, and even children's books for a youthful tree. They are adorable grouped together on a mantle or table. Creating templates of the different size squares makes creating the layers really easy. It is a fun craft for children too, because the squares do not need to be perfect. Imperfections only add to the character of each tree.

Repurpose gift boxes into gift boxes!

Boxes and cartons are perfect for creating special gift containers, whether or Christmas, birthdays or special occasions. In this project I am using an egg box, and a couple of old gift boxes to show you how easy it is.

Recycle plastic bottles into Xmas decor

Here I go again... once more using plastic cold drink bottles. This time I'm using plastic bottles for my Christmas fairy lights. I want to hang them around the window frame, so they need to be BIG. I'm also using plastic bottles to make miniature Christmas trees for the table.

Make an Advent calendar with Dremel

If you have some 9mm and 12mm SupaWood offcuts lying around at home, Dremel will show you how to put these to good use. This project also introduces the new Dremel Moto Saw, due to be launched in South Africa in the new future, but hopefully before Christmas as this is one tool I definitely want to add to my collection...!

Make an Advent Calendar
With just under two weeks to go until the beginning of December I thought I should pop in a feature on how to make an advent calendar. There are plenty of ideas on the web and I put together a few of my favourite - and ones that are easy to make at home.

Sustainable alternatives for xmas tree
There are plenty of alternative and re-purposed options for Christmas trees, and many are truly exceptional. I personally feel that the traditional Christmas tree will remain with us for a long time to come. But for those who are looking at alternative, sustainable or recycled options for their Christmas decor, here are some great ideas to consider...

Recycled beer cans for napkin rings
If your hubby is a beer drinker, or your kids like canned cold drinks, guaranteed you have aluminium cans leftover after a weekend, especially if friends come around for a braai. Repurpose aluminium cans using a Dremel MultiTool and create unique Christmas or table decor and accessories for your home.

Home made potpourri
Homemade and gifts made with love are my fave gifts to receive. You know that the giver has spent time making a gift to give and has put a lot of thought and effort into the process. With this in mind I thought it might be nice to show a selection of easy gifts to make and nice ones to receive...

DIY wooden Christmas tree
This wooden Christmas tree was designed and created by Crafty Sisters, and the first time I spotted it on Pininterest, I knew this was a fantastic project for our DIY Divas Christmas Craft workshop. Our DIY Divas Karlien and Elizabeth made this project at the DIY Divas Christmas Craft Workshop

Reycled cards for Christmas cards and gift tags

Considering how much you have to spend these days on greeting cards, it makes sense to recycle old greeting cards, repurpose them in other ways, or even make your own greeting cards. With Christmas just around the corner let's look at some great ways to recycle old Christmas cards, or make affordable Christmas cards.

How to make a basic wreath frame

To many gardeners Ivy can be a nuisance. You plant it and let is grow, and before you know it, it takes completely takes over. I have a front wall covered in Ivy that I am forever trimming to keep in shape. But I can't wait for new shoots to grow so that I can use them for home decor crafts.

Crafty idea for Mother's Day gift

If you're stumped for ideas for a Mother's Day gift, here's a really nice project - and everyone appreciates a touch of greenery for their home.

Easter printables

Easter is just around the corner and I came across this lovely project with free printable templates for making your own gift or goodie bags and even bookmarks. All you need is cardstock and a printer to make your own gift bags.

Make a heart wreath for Valentine's Day

Feeling all soppy and romantic this year? Or perhaps you would like to do something different this year. Crafty Sisters have a wonderful red felt heart wreath that is fairly simple and only requires a few basic crafting tools.

Plan a wedding that is affordable and memorable

Planning a wedding takes a lot of time and effort, and this stressful time can turn out to be a nightmare for both bride- and groom-to-be. You've decided on the venue but how will you design and decorate the venue? Here are some ideas to alleviate some of the stress and make the decision more fun!

Craft ideas for a wedding

If a wedding is on the cards and you're still looking for last minute decorating and favour ideas, here are some that you can make yourself and they won't cost a fortune.

Decorate a home for the holidays

If shopping early makes the holidays less stressful, then planning early for decorating your home brightens the family's mood and makes this time of year more fun.

Unique christmas tree ideas

What would Christmas be without a Christmas tree. Today Christmas trees needn’t be as traditional as they once were.

Make your own greeting cards

Here's a fun and affordable way to make your own greeting cards. The whole family can get involved and be creative.

Get crafty this Christmas

A few simple crafts ideas for extra special christmas wrapping, decor and table dressing - for an affordable Christmas at home.

Recycled tree decor

A few blown lightbulbs, a few tools and accessories and you can easily make your own gorgeous tree ornaments.

Happy Hanukkah

To celebrate Hanukkah with our Jewish readers, here are a selection of craft projects that you can easily do to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for family and friends.

Tree of memories

Don't settle for store bought ornaments when you can create a tradition by using clear baubles each year and filling them with lasting memories.

Christmas ornaments

A few curtain hoops, some colourful, jewel-toned embroidery thread and a few sewing accessories are all that you need to make these gorgeous Dorset Button tree decorations.

Sentimental Christmas

As the holidays begin to descend upon us, we’re also working hard at keeping with the whole idea of creating more and consuming less.

Christmas crackers

Celebrate a clash of different cultures, epochs and art movements by creating your own Christmas Fusion Crackers.

Christmas baubles

Christmas decorations can work out expensive! Why not make your own this year, saving money whilst adding a personal touch to the festive celebrations?

A surprise for Santa

Decorate brightly coloured rubber boots to create fabulous Christmas stockings with a difference - customising them for a fun and contemporary way to deliver gifts from Santa.

Budget decorating ideas

You don't need to spend a fortune on dressing up a home for the holidays.

Elfish skittles

Now who doesn’t want to bowl over those cheery little elves?  You could vary this project to create gnomes, fairies, farm animals, monsters, your family…whatever !

Recycled craft bows

Magazines, books, newspaper - use paper scraps to make these crafty bows for gifts !

Greeting cards

Here's a project that uses blank note cards from the craft store and fabric scraps from your stash to create one-of-a-kind embellished greetings that are sure to perk up anyone's day.

Pack away decorations

Simple planning and packing tricks to wisely store lights, ornaments, and more, so that the next time you need them you don't need to spend hours untangling.

Make Christmas cards

With Christmas around the corner, we decided to look at some of the absolutely gorgeous home made Christmas cards - to inspire you to make your own this year!

Engrave on glass

Always perfect as a gift, engraved wine or champagne glasses are easy to do if you own a Dremel Engraver.

Braai apron for dad

A braai apron is something that every dad will appreciate, especially when you add your own unique message!

Make your own gift boxes

We've all seen it at one time or another: a child opens a beautifully wrapped gift and ends up playing with the box and the wrapping much more than the toy it contained. In this project find out how to make the perfect gift box. 

Valentine gift boxes

Don't just wrap your Valentine's Day presents, box them with love!

Crafty Valentine

Spoil your special valentine with something sweet to say I love you!

Last minute gift wrapping ideas

Did you leave it too late to stock up on wrapping paper? These fun ideas will help you out of a tight spot and they're pretty and fun to boot. You'll find everything you need at your local stationary shop.

Scented Christmas ornaments

These scented fabric ornaments are a gorgeous way to introduce a hint of festive fragrance to any corner of the home.

Recycled Christmas decor

Give this Christmas a whole new spin by recycling for your gifts and gift wrapping!

Crafts for Christmas

Here's a silver lining to the dark economic clouds still on the horizon this holiday season: handmade holiday decorations are not only less costly, they're perceived as more meaningful as well.

Recycle paper for Christmas decor

Recycle your old wrapping paper into a decorative paper wreath and dress up your home for the festive season.

Easy crafts for Christmas

Don't spend a fortune on Christmas decorations when you can easily make your own - for very little cost.

Gift wrapping ideas

Not sure how to wrap gifts? Be inspired by a few ideas to get your creative juiced flowing.

Cone raffia christmas tree

Recycle appletiser or grapetiser bottles for these decorative xmas trees that would make the perfect centrepiece for your Christmas table.