If you need a project idea for a new laser, try out our DIY dinosaur wall art! Dinosaur room decor is always a popular choice for decorating a kid’s room or nursery.
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Category Archives: DIY
xTool P2 Co2 Laser Beginners Guide
Welcome to our xTool P2 Co2 laser beginners guide! If you’ve ever dreamt of diving into a small business venture or taking your crafting skills to the next level, you’re in the right place!
We’ve put together this guide to help answer all those burning questions you might have about this awesome Co2 laser machine. Whether you’re itching to start engraving acrylic or glass, like us, or you’re just curious about what this laser can do, we’ll help you get ‘laser-focused’. Plus, we’ll share some troubleshooting tips and set up an inline fan – all based on our own experience setting up our P2.
DIY Solar Eclipse Glasses
Did you know that you can make your own DIY Solar Eclipse Glasses if you can find the special solar film and have a laser cutter? With the solar eclipse just around the corner, I couldn’t wait to try these out on our new xTool P2 Co2 laser!
A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon aligns with the Earth and Sun, casting a shadow on parts of Earth. While the moon is roughly 400 times smaller than the sun, on April 8th, the moon will be 400 times closer to the Earth, making a total solar eclipse possible!
Easy Surface Design Using Canva and Spoonflower
Did you know you can use Canva for surface design and design your own fabric? With Canva, you don’t even have to know how to draw! Continue reading
How to Design Your Own Fabric and More!
Have you ever wondered how to design your own fabric and more, like the patterns you see on home decor, accessories and items all around you? If you love to craft, whether for personal use or as a side hustle, surface design can be a great skill to learn!
As a fashion designer by trade, I’ve always wanted to dip my toe into the surface design pool and explore this awesome skill! All it took was a free mini course that teaches the basics, and more practice on my own, to scratch this off my bucket list. Continue reading
Husky Workbench Assembly
If 2024 is the year you’re getting serious about outfitting your workspace or starting/expanding a business, then this Husky Workbench Assembly tutorial will be timely! Continue reading
St. Patrick’s Day Crafts for Adults
Want some ideas for St. Patrick’s Day Crafts for Adults? You’ve come to the right place! You can easily make our cute Irish Gnome decor and a few more projects that go with it to bring yourself some luck of the Irish! Continue reading
Easy Felt Appliqué – Mondrian Heart Stool Cover
Looking for a unique Valentine’s idea? Today we have an easy felt appliqué DIY. I love exploring different ways to use stencils with felt and this proves that you don’t have to just use paint as your stencil medium. This is such a cute idea for Valentines day – but it would work any time of year because off the Mondrian theme!
The best thing? This totally transforms a stool without doing a thing to the stool itself!
Office Chair Wheel Replacement
Have you ever wondered if you can do your own office chair wheel replacement? Well, if you have a modern chair, it’s as easy as exchanging for new wheels. But what if you have a vintage office chair and there’s no ‘standard’ replacement? We have the solution! Continue reading
Flavour Bomb: Master the Art of Broccoli Beef Stir Fry
If you’re on the lookout for a quick and flavourful meal, broccoli beef stir fry is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Geometric Wall Art
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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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!
Aluminum Can Wall Hanging
Not all aluminum cans have beautiful printed graphics, so this aluminum can wall hanging makes the best use of upcycling the plain unadorned silvery metal! Continue reading
