As you all know I’m a bit of a craft addict. My craft supplies were getting a little out of control so I decided to do a project to get organised (and get Mum off my case)! I love the final product and hope it will inspire you to get crafty!

You will need…….
A paintbrush, paint, a pegboard, masking tape, a small floating shelf (i got mine from Ikea), newspaper, skewers, a drill (my mums), screws and a variety of pegboard hooks. ( I pretty much got everything from Bunnings (my favourite store)

Step 1. Place masking tape on the pegboard to create a clean line (this makes it looks really good). If you’re a messy person like me tape it twice. Let’s start painting! I am using two of my favourite colours – pink and bluey green which look good together, but feel free to pick your favourites.

You will notice some of the paint goes through the peg holes. You will want to lay down some butchers or newspaper first to avoid making a mess. Once the paint has dried use a skewer to get the paint outside of the holes.

Tallulah trick: Choose two colours that compliment each other.

Step 2. While waiting for the paint to dry I added a shadow box to my wall to display my sonny angels (I have a lot). But you can use it to display all your favourite bits and bobs.

Step 3. After the paint has dried peel away the masking tape (this is my favourite part)!

Tallulah trick: Peel away the tape slowly to avoid the paint from cracking to get a great result.

Step 4. Let’s get the hooks ready. Plan how all your craft items will be organised on your board to make sure everything fits. It takes a bit of trial and error to get it right (I have a lot of craft bits and bobs). I laid everything out and took a photo on my phone beforehand to help me remember.

Tallulah trick: Get as many different hooks as you can (it reallllllly helps).

Step 5. Let’s start assembling!! Pop your hooks in the board and double check they are secure. Lets start popping our craft bits and bops on the hooks. I also used paintbrushes to display my washi tape.

Get your drill (and parents). My Mum helped me drill my tins on from a previous project (check out my ‘turn a tin into treasure‘ post). They are handy to put all your brushes and pencils in. We drilled in a floating shelf which you can use to store books, glue and what not.

My friends and I have been on the hunt for the perfect book bag but couldn’t find one that was just right. So I suggested we create our own. My design combines two of my favourite things, hearts and glitter. My besties from school came up with cool designs using fabric paint. Don’t be afraid to create your own design. There is nothing better than having a tote that is one of a kind!

You will need….
A canvas bag, A3 paper (for template), cardboard, marker, scissors, contact paper, fabric glue, paint brush, sponge, glitter, sieve, hair spray and fabric paint (optional).

Step 1. Download and cut out my A3 heart template here. Then trace this onto your contact paper and cut.

Tallulah trick: Fold the contact in half and trace half the heart to create a perfectly symmetrical heart.

Step 2. Position your heart cut out in the centre of your tote, then carefully peel away the contact paper backing.

Tallulah trick: Use a metal ruler to get the bumps out of the contact.

Step 3. Now for the fun part – choose your glitter colours! I picked these colours to create an ombre effect but you can do whatever you fancy.

Step 4. Place a piece of cardboard in your tote (this is to stop glue from getting onto the back) then apply fabric glue in the heart area using a sponge. Now you can start applying your first shade of glitter. Apply a generous amount and use a sieve to create an even coverage. When you are about one third of the way up the heart change your shade of glitter. When you are about two thirds of the way up your heart apply your third shade of glitter.

Tallulah trick: Apply glue in small patches so it doesn’t dry when applying the glitter.
Blend the different colours of glitter using a dry paint brush.

Step 5. After your fabric glue has dried, slowly peel away the contact. Take out cardboard insert.

Tallulah trick: Spray a layer of hair spray to make the glitter set before peeling off the contact. Be careful of those pesky fumes.

As you know, I’m a bit of a stationery lover… plus I love any excuse to make a pom pom! That’s why I made these super fluffy, extra colourful woolly pens. You can mix and match all your favourite colours to make one for every day of the week. Just be warned… they might cause some serious stationery envy!

You will need…

Ballpoint pens, wool in assorted colours, double sided tape, craft glue, scissors, fork

Step 1. Start by making your pom poms. Tightly wrap some wool around your fork until you reach the end of the prongs. Remember the tighter and closer you wrap, the better! Now cut your wool and secure together with a piece of string as shown. Once it’s nice and tight, pull the wool off your fork and cut the the two ends.

Step 2. To make your pom pom extra fluffy, give it a good trim.

Step 3. Now for the pens. Start by wrapping some double sided tape around your pen, making sure the whole pen is covered evenly.

Step 4. Using one of your wool rolls, tie a knot around the pen (without cutting the wool from its ball). Then start wrapping around the pen as tightly as possible, peeling away the double sided tape as you go. I overlapped mine to get a nice, even finish.

Step 5. When you want to move onto your next colour, cut the wool and secure to the pen with some glue. When this dries, you can start on your next colour.

Step 6. Now you’re ready to assemble. Stick your pom pom onto the top of the pen and wait a few minutes to dry. Repeat to make as many pens in as many colour combinations as you like.

Happy crafting!

Mother’s Day is just around the corner and this year I thought why not give Mum something that will last a little longer than breakfast in bed! She’s a bit of a book worm… when she gets going, I often get ignored (I’m not sure if I should be encouraging that!) BUT a bookmark was the perfect thought. Only how could I make it slightly different to the usual rectangle shape? I put my thinking cap on and came up with this super easy project. You can make any shape you like, just make sure the top can slide onto your bookend!

You will need…
Felt, coloured thread, sewing needles, pins, pencil, scissors

Step 1.
 Download heart template and cut. Place the cut outs on your felt material, trace and cut again.

Step 2.
 With both hearts in place, it’s time to start sewing. Start off sewing the smaller heart on top of the large heart – this makes up the front of your bookmark.

Step 3.
 After you’ve finished decorating, sandwich your two large hearts together (pins are handy) and hand sew around the edges. Make sure you leave enough room around the opening to slide onto your book. 

Voila…The finished product! Don’t forget you can be as creative as you like with the front designs – have fun and happy reading!