House Proud – Hip Craft for the Modern Homemaker
Danielle Proud
Danielle Proud
In A Nutshell: Inspirational guide for injecting eclectic crafty style into your home
Kirstie Allsopp may be currently popularising the homemade home on TV, but Danielle Proud was in there first. The cover describes Danielle as the Nigella of homemaking, but looks-wise she has more of a Sienna Miller vibe, exuding effortless, laid-back bohemian chic. I am in complete awe of Danielle’s range of skills as a diverse number of crafts are in this book - tiling, resin, upholstery, sewing and macramé to name but a few.
The projects are themed by rooms in the house and would generally suit someone whose home has an eclectic vintage style, rather than sleek, minimalist urban leanings. But they are all quirky and creative, even if I wouldn’t want them all in my house. My personal favourites are the wooden vogue placemats, the Pirate’s Treasure Chest resin tabletop (fantastic use of old jewellery), and I loved the photo ideas. At the other end of the scale I found the macramé hanging and rag rug a little homespun.
Danielle’s personality shone throughout this book. I loved her have-a-go attitude and it encourages me to think I could make stuff I would not have thought of. Before buying anything else for my home, I will always try to ask “Could I make it myself?” This book is much more useful on a practical level than Kirstie’s Homemade Home.
The projects are themed by rooms in the house and would generally suit someone whose home has an eclectic vintage style, rather than sleek, minimalist urban leanings. But they are all quirky and creative, even if I wouldn’t want them all in my house. My personal favourites are the wooden vogue placemats, the Pirate’s Treasure Chest resin tabletop (fantastic use of old jewellery), and I loved the photo ideas. At the other end of the scale I found the macramé hanging and rag rug a little homespun.
Danielle’s personality shone throughout this book. I loved her have-a-go attitude and it encourages me to think I could make stuff I would not have thought of. Before buying anything else for my home, I will always try to ask “Could I make it myself?” This book is much more useful on a practical level than Kirstie’s Homemade Home.
