Author Archives: Aixie

About Aixie

Artist Crafter Interiors Addict Crazy Cat Lady

Moroccan Inspired Plate

Posted on 19/08/2017

I love Moroccan tiles and patterns so when I was wondering what sort of design to draw on the edge of some white plates I picked up for a few dollars in the bargain bin at spotlight, I started toying … Continue reading →

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Air Plant Wall Garland 

Posted on 12/08/2017

So today I was in Bunnings and couldn’t help but succumb to the Air Plant trend! I bought two little air plants that grow pretty pink flowers. I got home and thought “how the heck am I going to display … Continue reading →

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Ice Dyeing (and a little more tie dyeing)

Posted on 29/07/2017

You all know how much I love tie dye, but for a while now I’ve wanted to try ice dyeing. I went through my wardrobe and pulled out a few items to dye and bought a large Tulip tie dye … Continue reading →

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Gypsy Rose Luminaries 

Posted on 22/07/2017

One of my favourite blogs to read is Gypsy Yaya (www.gypsyyaya.com). Andrea loves and shares all things bohemian and gorgeous, from houses to crafts to clothes. (Check out her blog, it’s totally awesome!!!) She created these very cute Gypsy Rose Luminaries and … Continue reading →

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July Bed Post

Posted on 15/07/2017

This month I am finally able to show off my new hexagon flowers patchwork bedspread. I started this nearly a year ago and for the last six months it’s been waiting for me to finally back it, which I did … Continue reading →

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Smudge Sticks 

Posted on 08/07/2017

I decided to try my hand at making smudge sticks. I gathered some sage and some rosemary from the garden… So I grabbed a handful and tied the ends together with some embroidery thread. Then I wound the long ends … Continue reading →

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Latest Op Shop Finds

Posted on 01/07/2017

This table runner just makes me glow with joy! There were two more in more neutral brown colours and I’m kicking myself that I didn’t buy those too, but I was trying to behave myself. 😆 Four new brass vases … Continue reading →

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