DIY Christmas Tree Advent Calendar
This DIY Christmas tree advent calendar is a simple, minimalistic approach to the traditional advent calendar. There are 25 holes drilled in this tree, leaving a place to hang an ornament a day in December. You can also use this instead of a traditional Christmas Tree, and still have a place to hang your favourite ornaments. Materials (1) 1/2″ Thick, Quarter Sheet, Plywood (1)...Read More
Golden Corn Fritters
A recipe by First Choice As First Choice says, “Meet the side–dish hero”. You can’t go wrong with these little corn fritters. Irresistible for anyone who loves a little snack! Serves 4 Ingredients For the corn fritters: 250 g whole corn kernels 60 ml spring onions, chopped 100 g First Choice Feta, crumbled 120 g First Choice Edam Cheese, grated 2 eggs, beaten 300 ml...Read More
Cindy Alfino Talks “Van Life” and DIY
We came across Cindy Alfino and her husband on Instagram and were immediately interested in the DIY duo. From living in a van for a year to recently finishing up their deck in a “real home” we could not wait to have a chat with Cindy about van life, keeping kids schooled, entertaining the dogs and of course DIY. Why DIY? Well, we have 3 kids and now 3 dogs that need to be fed and...Read More
How to Make an Outdoor Plant Wall
Brought to you by Build Something. This DIY outdoor plant wall is perfect for spring and summer! This easy build incorporates pocket hole joinery and is mounted on the exterior of your house to spruce up your backyard or add more curb appeal in your front yard. Mount terracotta plants and add succulents or even start a herb garden! Materials Required: Wood Products: (4) 2×4,...Read More
Spring Cleaning
Spring is almost here and the time has come for the long-awaited spring clean bonanza at home. If you are pretty organized this won’t be a big job, but for those of us who struggle to keep a strict cleaning schedule, it is time to do some cleaning and basic maintenance around the house to fully enjoy the warm months ahead. Here is our spring cleaning check-list. Outside Checks First Take the...Read More
Moving Essentials
For some people, moving home is emotional and for others it is exciting! Whatever your emotions and whatever the size of your home or the contents of your home, the hard work remains. You want to be prepared for this task and make it the most pleasant experience possible. With a little bit of planning, this task can turn into an easy-peasy one! Here are your moving essentials....Read More
Get to Know Willow Creek
Award-winning olive oils, refined balsamic reductions and a state-of-the-art production line is what sets Willow Creek apart from the rest. The Willow Creek olive estate is situated in the panoramic Nuy Valley in the Western Cape. The area is blessed with a terroir and the perfect climate for the cultivation of olives. The estate was established in 1999 and pressed their first award-winning...Read More
Vermont Shows Us How to Make: An Angled Cedar Planter
Turn simple 1x2s and fence pickets into a beautiful new planter. The slight angle on the front and back of the planter gives it added style without making it challenging to build. The planter is large enough to plant bigger plants, vegetables or small trees. (more…) Read More
Vermont Sales Tells Us How: Make a Gaming Computer Desk
By now, lockdown might have changed you into one of two things: a professional gamer or a workaholic at home! Either way, what you need is a desk where you can get all your work and gaming done. With the addition of hairpin legs, this desk is a cross between modern and rustic. The extra-long desk accommodates a larger mousepad and the addition of LED lighting takes it to the next level....Read More