The home probably sees more of you nowadays, and you of it. The pace of life has surely changed, leaving you with more time and energy. Now is the time to embark on a home project that you’ll be proud to share when friends come a-visiting again. All you need is an idea of ‘what’ and the World Wide Web will give you the ‘how’.
String Lanterns
A ball of yarn, some balloons and high-strength gum lying about the house can be turned into gorgeous lighting reflecting the festivity of Ramadan and Eid. Find out how here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1zeKmPP74I
Play With Paint
You won’t get a better time to paint or re-paint all that your heart desires – that worn-looking console, boring kitchen cabinets, the antique mirror or even the staircase risers to put the pizzazz into your place. Test your talents with patterns, if you have the time and skill for it.
Eco-Friendly Storage
If you can run a basic sewing machine, this one is a handy craft activity. Vow to banish the plastic from home, and replace with cute fabric storage baskets.
Spruce Up Your Desk
Add a planter, a spice rack to display your to-do memos or memorabilia, some hand-painted inspirational quotes, a comfy cushion and a rug to make for happier working from home.
Make a Memory Wall
Rummage through your phone’s gallery, print your favourite remembrances and frame them for when you need to retreat into your personal throwback. Using a combination of different frames makes it colourful and quirky.
Summer Wreath
Welcome Summer by decorating your door with a handmade wreath bursting with bright pops of colour. Put all the ribbon, art paper and decorative paraphernalia in the storage drawers to good use and get the glue gun going!
Bird Feeder
It’s quieter these days; why not fill your outdoors with the happy chirping of birds to keep you company? There are so many ways to make a bird feeder by recycling and reusing things you already have at home. Install in the garden or on your balcony.
Tie-Dye Pillow Covers
Worn out white linen reminding you of a hostel dorm? Inject some colour and personality into your bed linen with some acrylic paint and the easy tie-dye technique.
