Now that Christmas is over, it’s time to create decor to see us through the cold winter months in the form of a geometric wall art!
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Category Archives: DIY
Easy And Crisp Pan Fried Pork Schnitzel Recipe
Are you craving a crispy, crunchy pork schnitzel recipe without the added fat of deep frying?
As Blue Monday approaches in this part of the hemisphere, chances are you’re hungering for comfort food. Since this time of year is cold and lacking in sunshine, carb-rich foods can help our bodies make serotonin; making us feel calmer and less stressed.
If that sounds like you, make sure you’re supplementing with vitamin D (the sunshine vitamin). Then go ahead and indulge in this schnitzel recipe. But don’t forget the veggies to make this meal healthier! Ya know what they say about too much of a good thing!
46 Insanely Amazing Upcycled Planters You’ll Want to Make
Want to shake up your upcycled planters game in the new year? Look no further for inspiration than these 46 insanely amazing weird and wacky planters! Continue reading
The Secret Tofu Technique You Never Knew Existed: How To Make Marinated Crispy Tofu
Marinated crispy tofu may sound like a misnomer, but it really is possible to get stir fried tofu with crunch with one just one easy additional step!
Trash to Treasure – Upcycling Favourites of 2023
As we bid farewell to another year, let’s take a journey to reflect back on our favourite trash to treasure upcycles! This year stands as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the healing power of creativity, woven together by our collective dedication to sustainable living. Continue reading
31 Christmas Craft Ideas for Adults
As the festive Christmas countdown quickly approaches, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with these Christmas craft ideas for adults. Continue reading
Alternative Gift Giving – the Gift of Sustainability
Embrace the spirit of generosity and explore the world of purposeful giving today. This holiday season, while everyone is hustling and bustling to get through their gift list, we’re relaxing at home because of alternative gift giving!
How to Cut Tin Cans – Our New DIY Tool!
We’ve cut a lot of cans for can art upcycle projects and have finally developed the best way of how to cut tin cans! If you love to craft with cans, you’ll want to build our innovative tool for yourself too! Continue reading
Free Crochet Christmas Tree Pattern
Use this free crochet Christmas tree pattern to create a banner or tree ornaments. Leave them plain or raid your craft stash to joush them up! Continue reading
Ceramic Tile Mosaic
Upcycle scraps of your tile floor into ceramic tile mosaic home decor! It’s an easy DIY.
When I renovated my first house, a little post-war bungalow, I installed a light green tile floor in the bathroom. Continue reading
How to Make a Scrap Robot
Clean out those junk drawers to make a whimsical scrap robot! We all have junk, right?
This summer a sudden life threatening illness kicked me to the sidelines and I had to put creating on hold for what seems like an eternity. I was able to get out of my funk and get creative again when Hubs’ challenged me to contribute to a new maker space in conjunction with a new exhibit at the Ontario Science Centre. It was all about inspiring children so how could I not? :). You can read more about that at the end. Continue reading
Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
When is comes to gluten free chocolate chip cookies, it’s impossible to achieve that distinctive caramelized flavour that chocolate chip cookies are known for without any refined sugar. So, if you’re willing to compromise, we’ve come up with a few cheats in this recipe (cream cheese and molasses) that we believe work wonders.
Enjoy these craveable, dunkable chocolate chip cookies with your favourite morning beverage or any time of day.
Dr. Seuss and Mutual Weirdness – A Love Story
It’s been a while since I penned my first random ramblings (see New Year Goals) so it’s about time for a story about Dr. Seuss and Mutual Weirdness! Continue reading
Matcha Popsicles – a Creamy Summer Treat
Matcha is our new go-to indulgence and these matcha popsicles fit the bill as a scorching heatwave approaches. These refreshingly creamy, dreamy and delightful treats are just what we need to beat the heat!
Matcha Pancakes – Superfood from a Mix!
Since May is Celiac awareness month, we couldn’t let the month slip by without highlighting a new to us gluten free product; these matcha pancakes from a mix are a real convenience on busy mornings!
Painted End Table
Elevate your space by upcycling a sewing table into a chic painted end table. Continue reading
DIY Bookends – Sewing Machine Bookends
These DIY bookends couldn’t be more unique and the heavy cast iron is perfect for holding your book collection in place! The unique twist is that these bookends are actually made from a sewing machine supported by books! Continue reading
Homemade Gift for Dad
With a little creativity and some upcycled materials, you can make a homemade gift for dad that he’ll treasure forever. Whether you’re giving it to your own father or helping your kids create a special surprise for their dad, this unique envelope is sure to make this Father’s Day one to remember.
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