Our resident DIY expert, Nikki Kettle, presents these project ideas and inspiration while our upcycling expert, Lauren Olive, shows how you can transform your existing items into something new and special.
Drama club
Brave the unexpected and paint your doors and trim in a strong colour...
The revivalist
Transform old op-shop pots with texture and paint...
Cabinet reshuffle
Don’t like the colour of your kitchen cabinets and cupboards...
Turn the tables
Give an op-shop find a new lease of life with some paint and wallpaper magic...
Colour scheme
Don’t just paint a room, drench it in colour – it’ll look all the better for it...
Open door policy
Lavish some time and attention on a tired door and marvel at the difference...
Raise the bar
Transform an old piece of furniture into a cool home entertaining statement...
Get cracking
Whip up a larger-than-life nutcracker this Christmas...
Picture perfect
Upcycle some old photo frames and not only will you...
Shady business
Upgrading a lampshade is a cinch. Cover it with some patterned wallpaper...
In the frame
Using Resene wallpapers or murals as a framed print is a fantastic way to...
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Wall done
Create your own oasis by colouring up an outdoor area with a punchy mural...
Ready to tumble
Brush up your painting skills and brighten your wash days...
Called to the bar
This party starter is built for home entertaining...
Landscape painter
Nikki's Kettle’s abstract piece was inspired by her local environment...
Fair play
A stencil-painted floor will elevate anything from meh to wow...
On the range
Venetian plaster finishes are on-trend at the moment...
Sweeten the pot
Show your your potted plants off in a self-decorated container...
Home projects
Create an office out of a small room by utilising built-in furniture...
Good on paper
Get on a roll and make your powder room pop with personality...
Social climber
Building framed bunk beds and finishing with curtains elevates the bach classic...
Head for bed
Make a slatted headboard and incorporate shelves that can be moved...
Take sides
Three clever ways to transform a simple wooden bedside table...
Fun house
Enjoy the thrill of the Christmas countdown with a DIY advent calendar...
Paint the town
Walls looking a bit bare? Paint a show-stopping mural...