DIY Pallet & Mason Jar Organiser...

So this is what happened...
 when one moves the hand towel hook in the bathroom to a new position, 
(because you have found the perfect storage shelf for the teeny tiny little gap!)
This would not be a problem if:
You had spare wallpaper...spare paint for patch ups...and the gloss anti mold seal.
(Now that is a lesson if you pay someone else to do the painting -
 make sure they leave you the leftovers!!!)
This created a how will I cover that hole dilemma in the blue bathroom.
Soooo...(and thank goodness for Pinterest)
I found the perfect solution!
A DIY Mason Jar Organiser...
which I attached to pallet wood for a super rustic look.
 They are really quite simple to make: 
Measure wood to desired size.
 Cut wood.
  Paint wood or age it.
I used a grey as a base colour...
as I wanted a rustic look that would match the concrete exposed stone lino floor in this bathroom.
 Then dry brushed white paint over the top.
PVA glue the middle of the two pieces of wood.
Turn over and nail three staples to hold together.
Using an electric drill and a small bit,
drill the last slot on the clamp into a round big enough for your nail to go through.
 The hose clamps were $7.50 each (sourced from Bunnings).
Measure and mark on the wood where the top of the clamps will sit.
Nail into position.
 The short mason jars were from Briscoes,
 and had 40% off this price.
Attach wood to wall and then add your jars.
These jars are fab storage for makeup brushes,
but you could use the jar organiser idea anywhere in the home decor, 
to hold all sorts of things. 


#masonjar #bathroom #organiser #diy






FREE Inspirational Quote - Live What You LOVE!


 A new inspirational photo quote just for you


Life quote
Purple and lime green gorgeousness with a powerful message that says:


LIVE WHAT YOU LOVE 

Free to print for personal use.
Print frame and gift, or pin to your mood board.
(copy & save to your computer)


#quote #quotes #lifequote



The latest from the ART studio...

Here are a few of the latest works in the art studio...

This oil painting is almost finished.
It is called 'Flight of Freedom'.

And this one is finished and framed.  It just has to be installed in the studio gallery.
Title: 'Beyond the sphere of time'
Medium: Mixed media

As you can see there is a whole lot of AQUA love going on...
:)




Passion...




Passion
is
the genesis of genius!

Galileo Galilei   (1564 – 1642)




Lets create a doily cushion...


I LOVE repurposing things. 
 In fact there is a cupboard in the house, and a cupboard in the shed that stores stuff
 that fits the  'Keep this - because I could change it up one day!' category.
This cushion had really seen better days and was in the said cupboard.
The minty colour is adorable, 
and I have a new duvet cover which it will fit with quite nicely.
Also in the cupboard was this beautiful vintage doily.
Put the two together and this is what was created.
It was really easy to do.
Place the doily centred on the cushion cover (inner removed).
Pin to the cover.
 Machine stitch around outer edge.
 Put the inner back inside the cover...
The cushion was from Freedom...
 And with it's beautiful lace doily on front, 
has a new lease of life.
Repurposing is so much FUN!
Every room should have something in it that makes you smile...
And this doily cushion does just that for me!


#doily #upcycle #diy #cushion #sewing






How To FREEZE Rhubarb...

Rhubarb - deliciously tart 
Perfect stewed, served with custard sauce
or
in cakes, muffins or slices.
The trouble with rhubarb is it is ready to pick from the plant all through summer,
and then winter comes...
and the plant becomes dormant.
So here is a little knowhow so you can enjoy rhubarb treats year round.
To freeze:
Pick your rhubarb.
Remove the leaves.
Wash the stalks.
Slice or dice.
Blanch (dip into boiling water) for 90 seconds.
Remove.
Cool.
Bag into lots of:
 1 cup (for muffins)
4 cups (for stewing, cakes and slices)
Label bags... 
and place in freezer.
Thaw before using.

Stop by in a few days time...
I'll be sharing how to make this Rhubarb Vanilla Custard Slice. 



#rhubarb #dessert 




Paper Dress Bunting...

                          
I have always loved these cute paper dresses...
and thought I would make a mini bunting of them for my Granddaughter Emilee.

I used this pattern from Jane CS.
(save as to your computer)
She uses this pattern to make gorgeous cards.  
(Now there's another craft idea!)
Print the pattern and cut out...
 Once you have cut out the four pattern pieces,
 and use as a stencil onto your pretty paper...
 Using a pencil, mark and rule the pleats.
 Use different papers for the skirts and tops.
I cut out six dresses in total.
 Use a ruler to crease the skirt pleats. Rub out the pencil if desired.
 Glue the tops to the skirts.
Decorate with ribbon, stick on embellishments, and buttons.
I used card letter stickers for Emilee's name.
Use mini craft pegs to peg the dresses to a ribbon.
 A gift that any little (and not so little) girl will LOVE!

Craft Blog
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#papercraft #banner #paperdolldress #bunting



The Best Of 2015...

The creations you LOVED the most were...

The Stamped Distressed Decor Pots

The Upcycled Hanging Planter Box

The Beachy Tin Can Wreath
http://miabellapassion.blogspot.co.nz/2015/10/beachy-tin-can-christmas-wreath.html

'Contemplating Flight'
was the most popular artwork on the blog.

 'Create, Inspire, Love with Mia Bella Passions has only been on the go for a mere 10 months, 
but you embraced the concept with passion!

The creme de la creme is this one!

The one that almost crashed the blog with traffic!
 The post that went NUTS even though it was all about CHOCOLATE!

The Tim Tam Biscuit Wreath.



I can't wait to share with you all in 2016... 
some new, and some not so new ideas.
As always created with an extra little 'Mia Bella Passions' twist!

WATCH THIS SPACE!







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