Posted by Graham Smith, on August 4, 2025. Tags: diy, paint, upcycle
In today’s fast-paced world, we all need a little sanctuary, a space where we can truly switch off, unwind, and take care of our wellbeing. One of the easiest and most rewarding ways to do this? Create a cosy reading area in your home! And even better – why not make it sustainable by upcycling […]
Read morePosted by Graham Smith, on July 21, 2025. Tags: diy, kids, upcycling
If you’ve got a well-loved Little Tikes Cosy Coupe hanging around in your garden or playroom, don’t rush to replace it just yet. With a little creativity, you can transform a basic toy car into a unique and fun vehicle to keep your little one busy for hours! Step 1: Prep, Prep, Prep! The most […]
Read morePosted by Graham Smith, on July 21, 2025.
Looking for an easy, family-friendly craft that tidies up the clutter and adds a splash of colour to your child’s bedroom or playroom? This DIY animal jar project is a fun and practical way to reuse empty jars and transform them into personalised storage pots for crayons, sequins, glue sticks, and all those little odds […]
Read morePosted by Graham Smith, on July 21, 2025. Tags: diy, kidsdiy
There’s something incredibly rewarding about turning a small, overlooked space into something beautiful and even better when you can do it sustainably. Our balcony had been in desperate need of a refresh, so we grabbed a few tools, got a little creative, and got to work. The highlight of our makeover? A DIY pallet planter […]
Read morePosted by Graham Smith, on June 10, 2025. Tags: diy, Herb garden, Sustainable, Upycycle
We live in a world that moves fast, and often, we throw things away just as quickly. It’s become all too easy to discard and replace, especially with so many disposable products at our fingertips. But our planet is feeling the consequences. Global warming, climate change, and too many landfills are just some of the […]
Read morePosted by Graham Smith, on May 7, 2025. Tags: diy, kidsdiy, kidsDIYproject
Project by My Thrifty Life by Cassie Fairy, Photography by Andy Greenacre If you want to encourage your children to get creative, this quick and easy plant pot painting project is ideal for your youngsters. The activity can be enjoyed by kids of all ages from pre-schoolers (with supervision) to teens and even adults, so […]
Read morePosted by Graham Smith, on May 7, 2025. Tags: diy, spacesave
With modern homes being designed to maximise space and efficiency, it’s no surprise that we’re seeing more compact layouts—especially when it comes to bedrooms. But smaller rooms don’t have to mean compromising on comfort or style. In fact, they open up exciting opportunities to get creative and make the most of every corner. Take our […]
Read morePosted by Graham Smith, on January 23, 2025. Tags: diy
I’ve been a furniture maker for over 20 years, but I am new to woodturning and after picking up an old lathe from a school that was replacing it, I have been enjoying teaching myself how to turn simple bowls. For this tutorial I have 3 pieces of holly from North Wales which I would like […]
Read morePosted by Graham Smith, on October 16, 2024.
Project by My Thrifty Life by Cassie Fairy, Photography by Andy Greenacre If you’re renting a property, it makes sense to keep the interior looking lovely and in a good state of repair – not only so that you can enjoy living there but also so that your deposit will be returned to you at […]
Read morePosted by Graham Smith, on October 2, 2024.
Project by My Thrifty Life by Cassie Fairy, Photography by Andy Greenacre Want to keep track of your keys, post, shopping list and more? A ‘command centre’ is the ideal place to stow those by-the-door essentials so that you can make quick notes and grab-and-go. However, if you’re renting a property, you often can’t attach […]
Read more
© 2025 Do it With Cans, MPMA, Suite 9-10 Victoria Chambers, 174 South Coast Road, Peacehaven, East Sussex, BN10 8JH
Privacy Policy - Cookies - Website by Technique Web