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Maggs recreates a casual steampunk look for today's #DIYTheLook.
I went for a casual steampunk look, i chose 2 different shirt projects, one from scratch and one adapted to go with the stripy trousers, and for more formal occasions the stunning dress. The hairdo you could wear everyday or with the dress, it's simple and classy.
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We took an inspiring nature filled trip around the Eden Project in Cornwall last month. After discovering plants, flowers and creatures from around the world, we got crafty and made a lightbulb terrarium inspired by our trip, so we could take a little piece of Eden home with us.
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Address: Bodelva, Cornwall PL24 2SGPhone: 01726 811911
Website: https://www.edenproject.com
Book of the Week »
Handmade Lampshades
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We chat to Natalia Price-Cabrera, give you a chance to win the book and learn how-to make a flaming juno lampshade.
Hello. My name is Natalia Price-Cabrera and I am the founder of Mols & Tati-Lois, purveyor of hand-tailored lampshades and upstyled furniture (www.molsandtatilois.com). I have always been a 'maker' since an early age and studied Textiles & Fashion, followed by History of Art at university before pursuing a career in illustrated book publishing for going on 20 years now. Three years ago I discovered traditional lampshade making and have been hooked ever since. I create bold, contemporary soft-sided lampshades using a combination of vintage and modern fabrics, to create truly unique lighting statements for the home. All my lampshades are made using traditional techniques. 'Handmade Lampshades' is my second book. I am also author and curator of the hugely successful 'The Wallpaper Colouring Book', published by Octopus.
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Cat from The Rustic Willow recreates the stylish home of Lauren Conrad for #DIYTheRoom
Lauren Conrad exudes feminism, so when I was designing her living room, I knew that I wanted to incorporate that. I wanted it to be light, bright and airy with a lot of white and a lot of floral accents. I think all of the projects I rounded up fit that description, and would all complement each other together perfectly in her living room!