Well, I promised that there would be no more projects with glitter after the holidays. We are still trying to eradicate all of the shimmery remnants of my holiday decor. I really did try my best to keep my promise, but that didn’t last long as you can see. I…
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Becky is the voice behind Life in Velvet, an organised, intentional living blog focused on practical food, calm homes, thoughtful projects, and everyday systems that make real life feel easier. A mum of 3 living in the UK, Becky writes from lived experience, sharing what works, what doesn’t, and the decisions that make family life run more smoothly.
With a background in marketing and content writing, and over a decade of blogging experience, she brings a thoughtful, structured approach to everything from baking and home projects to routines and decision-making. Life in Velvet is where planning meets creativity, with ideas designed for real homes and real life.
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DIY Brooch Bouquet
Just a fair warning…Brooch-bouquet making is not for the faint of heart, but it is so worth it! I started this project about 6 months before my wedding. Collecting enough brooches to fill the bouquet is the most time-consuming (and also the most fun) part. While you are assembling your…
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Monogrammed Kitchen Towels
Monogrammed kitchen towels are one of my favorite things. I recently made two sets of these for my friends’ birthdays. These are just plain dish towels from Ikea. Any linen or thin cotton kitchen towels with minimal decoration would work. You’ll want to wash and iron your towels before you…
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Twix & Pretzel Brownies
Sometimes I just want to have fun and bake something delicious and not fussy. I decided to enhance a boxed brownie mix for a tailgating dessert of twix and pretzel brownies last weekend. There are a million yummy things you can do to doctor plain brownies. I love sweet and…
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Floating Shelves
I love floating shelves. They are a wonderful solution for small spaces and can bring major interest to an otherwise blank wall. Wall mounted shelving provides a clean, modern look and allows you to take full advantage of your vertical real estate. You can use these in just about any…
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DIY Chalkboard Sign
I love chalkboard signs, so I wanted to share a really easy project you can use for any event. I used this sign made from a simple 8 x 10 picture frame for our wedding candy bar. Remove glass and any inserts from your frame. I used the glass as…
Crafts+Gifts
Crafts+Gifts Screenprinted Cards Monogrammed Kitchen Towels Fabric Scrap Pom Pom BeckyBecky is the voice behind Life in Velvet, an organised, intentional living blog focused on practical food, calm homes, thoughtful projects, and everyday systems that make real life feel easier. A mum of 3 living in…
Entertaining
Entertaining Sips and Styles Rosemary Lemonade Ginger Pear Sangria BeckyBecky is the voice behind Life in Velvet, an organised, intentional living blog focused on practical food, calm homes, thoughtful projects, and everyday systems that make real life feel easier. A mum of 3 living in the UK, Becky…