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How to make decorative hangers

How to make decorative hangers

Brighten up your wardrobe with some pretty homemade hangers from the inimitable Cath Kidston. We love florals!

How to make a padded placemat

How to make a padded placemat

Make your own placemats to turn mealtimes into a real treat. We've got a handy how-to guide courtesy of Cath Kidston's fab book Sew!

How to make a patchwork wall

How to make a patchwork wall

Put scraps of wallpaper to good use and create a homemade wall design you'll love.

How to spray paint a lamp

How to spray paint a lamp

Brighten up any room by adding a shot of colour in the form of a spray painted lamp.

How to create an oriental sideboard

How to create an oriental sideboard

Team dramatic black and red paint with an oversized gold stencil for oriental-style glamour.

How to create a French-style desk

How to create a French-style desk

Transform an outdated washstand into a practical desk with a stylish, distressed-paint finish.

How to make a metallic mirror

How to make a metallic mirror

Add some sparkle and shine to a plain dressing table mirror for an opulent addition to your bedroom.

How to make scalloped curtains

How to make scalloped curtains

Follow this guide on how to make pretty curtains, ideal for a kitchen or bedroom.

How to make a patchwork café blind

How to make a patchwork café blind

For an inexpensive and practical kitchen window treatment, a café-style blind is ideal.

How to make canvas wall art

How to make canvas wall art

Create a unique piece of art without breaking your budget - follow our step-by-step guide to making your own fabric canvas.

How to fold napkins: pocket fold

How to fold napkins: pocket fold

Learn how to fold a napkin to create a pouch that's perfect for cutlery or flowers and foliage.

How to fold napkins: rolled fold

How to fold napkins: rolled fold

Learn how to fold napkins to create a rolled fold perfect for holding place cards.

How to make wrapping paper

How to make wrapping paper

Personalise your presents this Christmas and save money by using brown paper, a little imagination and our four inspiring ideas.

How to make cushion covers

How to make cushion covers

This simple cushion cover pattern can be made to any size – from small throw pillows on a sofa to a large floor cushion.

How to make a covered headboard

How to make a covered headboard

Create a smart coordinated look to your headboard with a padded sham made from a simple lined panel of fabric over a basic slip cover.

How to make a fabric chair cover

How to make a fabric chair cover

Give a basic chair some cheat-chic style with our easy transformation.

How to make a patio plant shelf

How to make a patio plant shelf

These chunky shelves are easy to make and a great way to display your outdoor plants.

How to make a shade sail

How to make a shade sail

This easy no-sew shade sail makes a stylish addition to the garden.

How to make recycled plant pots

How to make recycled plant pots

Revamp old food tins to create stylish plant and flower displays.

Make a recycled bottle vase

Make a recycled bottle vase

Filled with simple stems picked from the garden these simple vases made from painted bottles look both stylish and sweet.

Customise a chair with paint

Customise a chair with paint

Add a pretty vintage feel to your kitchen with this distressed painted chair.

How to make an envelope cushion

How to make an envelope cushion

Add an inviting touch to your sofa with these quick and easy-to-make envelope cushions.

Customise a chair with comics

Customise a chair with comics

This transformation is so simple to do and looks great – the kids will love it!

How to make a simple blind

How to make a simple blind

Quick and easy to make, a roll-up blind instantly updates a window.

How to make a covered notebook

How to make a covered notebook

A lovely gift for any time of year, with Danielle Proud's trademark simplicity and style.

How to paint glass candle holders

How to paint glass candle holders

Danielle Proud offers an easy way to give your Christmas a glow.

How to make reindeer Christmas decorations

How to make reindeer Christmas decorations

Traditional decorations with a twist, thanks to Danielle Proud.

How to make a Christmas collage

How to make a Christmas collage

Follow Danielle Proud's advice to create a beautiful gift of happy memories.

How to make bath salts

How to make bath salts

Danielle Proud's guide to making the perfect personalised gift.

How to make an advent calendar

How to make an advent calendar

Get creative for your countdown to the big day with Danielle Proud.

How to make Christmas crackers

How to make Christmas crackers

Danielle Proud puts an end to the bad jokes and presents that get left on the table!

How to make a Christmas wreath

How to make a Christmas wreath

Danielle Proud unites tradition and high fashion for a Christmas classic.

How to make an antler centrepiece

How to make an antler centrepiece

Want a table decoration with a difference? Danielle Proud has the answer!

How to make pompom Christmas decorations

How to make pompom Christmas decorations

Danielle Proud revives a childhood classic to make a festive design splash!

How to make a Christmas tree star

How to make a Christmas tree star

Danielle Proud turns her hand to a DIY starbust!

How to use a jigsaw

How to use a jigsaw

A jigsaw is a versatile addition to your tool collection if you know how to use it!

How to make a table runner

How to make a table runner

Add a touch of class to your table with this easy-to-make runner.

How to make button blinds

How to make button blinds

Cast off those old curtains and wow your window with this simple-to-make button blind.

How to make a stenceilled laundry basket liner

How to make a stenceilled laundry basket liner

Conceal your dirty washing in a beautiful stencilled laundry basket liner.

How to make a radiator cover

How to make a radiator cover

Andrea Maflin explains how to jazz up a flat-pack radiator cover.

How to make Roman blinds video

How to make Roman blinds video

Making roman blinds is easy with this simple step-by-step guide.

How to make eyelet curtains

How to make eyelet curtains

Sophisticated eyelet curtains don't have to come with a hefty price tag.

How to make a beaded throw

How to make a beaded throw

Inject some style and luxury into your home with this sumptuous homemade throw.

How to make a cushion cover

How to make a cushion cover

Treat your sofa to some contemporary designer cushions.

How to make a stencilled blind

How to make a stencilled blind

Our step-by-step guide to making your own delicate flower-stencilled blinds.

Make a distressed picture frame

Make a distressed picture frame

Give your home some grandeur with this distressed frame.

Make a bathroom storage chest

Make a bathroom storage chest

Turn simple wooden boxes into stylish storage for your bathroom and evoke relaxed days at the seashore...

How to etch glassware

How to etch glassware

Add texture to your plain glassware with some jazzy polka-dots.

How to make conservatory blinds

How to make conservatory blinds

Roller blinds are easy to make for a conservatory to help control the heat and glare.

How to make a ribbon cushion

How to make a ribbon cushion

Turn an ordinary cushion cover into something sumptuous and special.

How to make curtain tiebacks

How to make curtain tiebacks

Follow these simple instructions to make stylish tiebacks for your curtains.

How to make a pelmet

How to make a pelmet

A pelmet helps hide an ugly curtain track - and it's easy to make!

How to make a loose sofa cover

How to make a loose sofa cover

Don't throw out that old but comfy sofa - give it a makeover with a loose cover.

How to paint glass

How to paint glass

Glass painting is inexpensive, easy and fun. Let us show you how...

How to make curtain swags

How to make curtain swags

Dress up a window with great looking curtain swags.

How to make unlined curtains

How to make unlined curtains

Use our handy step-by-step guide to make attractive gathered curtains.

How to make a loose chair cover

How to make a loose chair cover

Don't go to the expense of buying a new chair if you don't have to - here's an easy way to give an old chair a stylish new look.

How to make eyelet curtains

How to make eyelet curtains

Create a clean, stylish look with this step-by-step guide to making eyelet curtains.

How to make tabtop curtains

How to make tabtop curtains

Make stylish tabtop curtains with this easy step-by-step guide.

How to make Roman blinds

How to make Roman blinds

Find out how to make Roman blinds with this step-by-step guide.

How to make pleated curtains

How to make pleated curtains

Create a classic look in your home with pleated curtains.

How to use a stencil

How to use a stencil

Stencilling is a fun way to brighten any surface - our step-by-step guide shows you how.

How to make a mosaic

How to make a mosaic

This practical step-by-step guide makes laying mosaic tiles a breeze.