Halloween is a fun time of year for kids and adults, and Spooky Mixed Media Art Halloween Bottles: Upcycled Textured Centrepieces shows you how to turn empty wine and vinegar bottles into eerie mixed‑media art pieces. Combining layered textures, coloured wax pastes and upcycled embellishments, these Halloween bottles double as haunting centrepieces or mantel décor—without breaking the budget.
Immerse your spare room in industrial charm with the DIY Mixed Media Steampunk Gauge Clock Lamp. This project blends galvanised pipe fittings, a handcrafted gauge clock and a layered mixed media makeover for a one‑of‑a‑kind lighting feature. Each glance reveals new textures—from thrifted jewellery embellishments to copper‑wax highlights—so you’ll never tire of spotting fresh details. Follow this step‑by‑step guide to build your steampunk lamp using upcycled materials and basic tools.
If you’re looking for a spine-chilling Halloween DIY, this 3D Halloween Skull Mirror will leave your guests spooked. After the success of my original Halloween mirror using waterslide paper, I wanted to take it a step further this year. One follower commented that the skull would look better if it appeared to be coming out of the mirror—and I couldn’t agree more! So, I took that advice and turned my flat skull illusion into a glowing, dimensional horror piece you can proudly hang on your porch this Halloween.
With Halloween creeping up, it’s time to start crafting fun and easy decorations. This tutorial shows how to decorate wine glasses for Halloween using removable graphics. This quick method is perfect if you want stylish table décor without permanently altering your glassware. The best part? After the spooky season, you can simply soak off the designs and reuse your glasses for any occasion.
You can even change them up for Christmas—just imagine cute Santas or snowmen! If you’re looking for a more permanent option, I’ll also explain how to seal your graphics.
If you’re looking for a fun game to play at your next dinner party, family gathering, or activity session in aged care, this DIY car racing game is the perfect project. Based on my original horse racing game made for aged care residents, this tabletop version features cars instead of horses and is just as exciting to play.
As a DIY blogger, I’m always excited to try new products, and Unicorn SPiT Stain and Glaze was an instant favourite. After testing it on a wooden party trough table, I couldn’t wait to see how it worked on glass—and it was even better than I expected! You don’t need artistic skills to create stunning designs; even a child could do it. The best part? Each design is unique, making your project one of a kind. Though I’ve used Unicorn SPiT on other surfaces before, applying it to glass brought a whole new level of creativity to the table.
With Halloween fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about how to decorate your home for the spookiest time of the year. I’ve always loved creating unique DIY Halloween projects, and this year, I wanted to do something a little different – a Halloween mirror featuring a reflection of a female sugar skull. I had an old, plain mirror lying around, and although the mirror itself wasn’t anything special, I loved the frame and saw potential for a spooky transformation. Using waterslide paper, I created a sugar skull image that, when placed on the mirror, would reflect at anyone who looked into it, giving the illusion of the skull staring right back at you.
I’m always on the lookout for fresh, exciting projects to keep my website engaging, and this time I decided to dive into the world of mixed media art. After discovering some stunning mixed-media canvases on Pinterest, I was immediately inspired. I watched a few tutorials on YouTube and decided to give it a go, with my daughter’s recent wedding as the perfect theme. The idea was to incorporate elements from her special day into the canvas, creating a unique and personal keepsake.
I was brainstorming Father’s Day gift ideas that I could create using my Cricut, and as many men in Australia have a “man cave” or a “men’s shed,” I thought a personalised man cave sign with some quirky “rules” would be a perfect gift. After browsing online for inspiration, I noticed that most of the man cave signs were designed to be politically correct or not offend anyone.
If you have a Harry Potter fan in your life, then this DIY Harry Potter Etched Mirror project is a perfect gift idea! I was stumped for a gift for my son’s girlfriend until I remembered her love for all things magical. This etched mirror not only captures the essence of the wizarding world but is also a functional piece of decor. This fun project involves using a Cricut to cut out custom graphics, which are then transferred onto the mirror using vinyl stencils and etching cream.
When my sister tagged me in a Facebook post featuring a Kraft paper roll message board, she didn’t realise she was sparking my next DIY project. Within minutes, friends began commenting, assuming I had made it, and asking how much I charged! That got me thinking, “How hard could it be to make one myself?” It turns out it was surprisingly easy!
Steampunk Mixed Media Mirror Makeover brings new life to an old dresser mirror with layers of texture, metallic highlights and found objects. In this DIY tutorial, you’ll learn how to prep the frame, add textures with napkins and rope, layer charms and clock parts, craft a burlap hot-air-balloon ornament, then finish with black gesso and metallic wax paste for an industrial-chic look.
Looking for a unique way to add personality to your furniture? These resin door knobs are fun to make and customisable to suit any theme. From steampunk to beachy or industrial, you can create a variety of knobs using small items you probably already have. I’ve made a few before using steampunk charms in cake moulds, and they were a hit. But I’ve often been asked, What else can you embed in resin?