Striped ceramic jug

Transform seashells with découpage and gold leaf to make pretty jewellery and keepsake dishes

Upcycling household items using nautical shades gives them a new lease of life and brings a touch of seaside colour to the home and garden

There are so many ways to upcycle old porcelain plates, whether you’ve inherited your old family crockery or found some great pieces at the local car boot sale. We show you how, with the right pens, y

Isabelle Palmer is an expert when it comes to using containers to turn small balconies and patios into something fabulously floral. Here, she advises us on how to team plants and planters to create different looks

Whether you want to highlight original features such as cornices, dadoes and skirtings, or need to disguise an awkwardly shaped wall, there are tricks to place the focus just where you want it, say our trio of pros

Andy Pag improves his boat’s deck by spraying it with gel coat, and shares his tips for getting a perfect finish