Whether concealing open storage, disguising a bulky appliance or dressing the space beneath a sink, fabric skirts offer a pretty and easy DIY alternative to solid cabinetry

1. Measure the length and height of each of the drawers at the bottom of the wardrobe. Using these measurements, mark the dimensions with a pencil and ruler on the back of a sheet of reeded MDF. 2. Cu

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Looking to lift your home and mood? Be inspired by these fresh ideas, from swapping textiles and adding colour to rearranging furniture and refreshing blooms

● tape measure ● base fabric (patterned or plain) ● long ruler ● fabric pencil ● dressmaker’s scissors ● lining fabric ● pins ● thread ● needle ● sewing machine (optional) ● wooden dowel pieces ● iron