let's make it
Six fun ideas to inspire your creative side
1 Jazz up your jars. Download these cute printable pantry labels from Sisoo Studio and then follow their pantry DIY over on their blog to apply them to jars and containers. The perfect reason to clear out those cupboards and organise your ingredients as you go!
$7.99, sisoostudio.com
2 Gather in the garden. Bug boxes are fun for all ages to make and a lovely way to support the local wildlife in your outdoor space. Collect twigs, leaves, wood and bark and place them in a wooden box then watch it evolve over time. Garden Therapy offers a detailed how-to guide. gardentherapy.ca
3 Make the most of those loo rolls. With all the family at home you might be getting through more than usual – keep the kids entertained with crafty makes using the leftover cardboard tubes. Fabulessly Frugal (fabulesslyfrugal.com) has a whopping 40 easy tutorials to follow.
4 Cook for charity. “We’re calling on bakers across the nation to unite against dementia,” say the Alzheimer’s Society. The charity is working with GBBO star Michael Chakraverty to raise funds to increase support for people with dementia – find out more at cupcakeday.org.uk
5 Use up that stash. If you’ve got a cupboard or drawer full of leftover fabric scraps or wool, now is the time to get creative. Crafty website gathered.how have put together a round-up of 30 easy projects to do at home that don’t need many supplies, from handmade headbands to rag rugs.
6 Stitch something for your yoga space. An eye pillow is simple to sew, either by hand or machine, and is easy to fill with rice and a few drops of essential oils at home. Use it at the end of your yoga practice or before bed for an extra bit of relaxation. Find a tutorial at pistachioproject.com
Lyrical genius
Ever marvelled at your ability to sing entire songs off by heart, but regularly forget what’s on your shopping list? The team behind Lirica, a language learning app, are turning this not-so-useful superpower into a revolutionary teaching technique. “Songs make language memorable; they are naturally engaging and form a window into other cultures,” they explain. Each of their language lessons is based around a song, teaching word meanings, grammar and pronunciation as you start to sing along. Perfect for aiding communication on future travels. Free, iOS/Android
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