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Meet the Cricut Maker 5 at Spotlight + More Exciting New Launches
With the exciting new launches of the Cricut Maker 5, Cricut Explore 5, Cricut Joy Xtra and Cricut Joy 2, there is so much to love and the possibilities are endless!
Cosy Halloween Crochet Ideas To Celebrate the Spooky Season With Crafty Flair
We've put together a few of our favourite Halloween crochet ideas to help inspire your next DIY adventure this spooky season.
Meal Prep Essentials: Everything You Need For On-The-Go Meals
Find all the meal prep essentials as well as everything you need to know about how to store meal prep right here at Spotlight.
Crafty Halloween Sewing Ideas: 8 Sewing Projects To Get You Excited to DIY For the Scary Season
We've put together a few of our favourite Halloween sewing ideas, perfect for sewists looking for their next themed project to celebrate the holiday.
Create For Dad This Father's Day: Our Favourite DIY Father s Day Projects
At Spotlight, we love to celebrate all the hard-working dads out there, and we've collected some of our favourite Father's Day craft gift ideas we think dads of all types will enjoy.
Master the Basics of Crocheting With These 7 Easy Crochet Projects For Beginners
We've compiled a few of our favourite crochet projects to help you get started and inspire you to take the next step in your crocheting journey.
Fun DIY Book Week Costume Projects to Try - Make Your Own Book Week Costume With Spotlight
To inspire you this Book Week, we've put together a few of our favourite homemade Book Week costume ideas that you can create with your child and help them celebrate Book Week in style!
Fun Book Week Craft and Activity Ideas: Projects to Get Creative With This Book Week
Discover a range of fun Book Week craft and activity ideas for teachers and parents to enjoy with little readers this Book Week.
Tips & Tricks By Manu Featuring The New Culinary Co By Manu Range!
Check out some of Manu's helpful tips and tricks right here and cook up a storm in your kitchen today!
Easy & Delicious Recipes to Try With the Culinary Co By Manu Kitchen and Dining Range
We've put together a few of our favourite recipes you can cook with the Culinary Co By Manu collection of cookware, kitchenware and dining essentials, exclusive to Spotlight!
Make Bake Decorate: Trendy Cake Display Ideas For Your Next Party
Discover our favourite cake display ideas and elevate the presentation of your sweet treats.
Make Bake Decorate: Get Creative With Food Colouring
We'll take you through the different types of food colouring available here at Spotlight and techniques that will help you master working with food colouring.
Put Your Newfound Knitting Skills to the Test With These Easy Knitting Projects For Beginners
Check out a few of our favourite beginner-friendly easy knitting projects right here and dive into your next DIY adventure today.
Winter Crochet Projects to Keep You Nice and Snug In the Colder Months
Check out some of our favourite winter crochet projects right here and get crafting today!
How to Knit or Crochet a Jumper: 10 Creative Clothing Projects to Try
Learn how to knit a jumper or crochet a shirt and upgrade your wardrobe with an array of fashionable homemade clothing.
The Quilt Edit: Exciting New Quilting Projects & Ideas to Try
We've compiled a selection of our favourite quilting projects right here for you to check out!
How to Knit A Beanie Plus 5 Amazing Projects to Try
In this article, we'll take you through everything you need to know to learn how to knit a beanie, including the tools you need, while showcasing our five favourite beanie projects to inspire you in your next knitting adventure.
Get Inspired by the Met Gala With Sewing Projects & Ideas From Spotlight
Get inspired by the Met Gala this year and spark your imagination by creating your very own DIY met gala outfit.
Easy Mother's Day Craft Ideas: The Ultimate DIY Gift Guide
These Mother's Day craft ideas offer inspiration for DIY gifts in a whole range of formats.
Our Favourite Easter Craft Ideas To Make This Holiday Special
We've gathered some of our favourite Easter craft ideas to suit just about every type of celebration.
Your Guide To How to Paint on Fabric - Easy Fabric Painting Tutorial
Let us guide you on everything you need to know about painting on fabric, including what kinds of fabric you can paint on, how to paint on fabric and what you need to do to seal your paint afterwards.
How to Sew an Outdoor Cushion in 4 Easy Steps
Making a DIY cushion for your outdoor entertaining area is a fun and simple project that even beginner sewists can master. We'll show you how to make an outdoor cushion cover in 4 easy steps.
Mini Crafts: How to Do Miniature Clay Modelling
We'll take you through everything you need to learn how to use modelling clay, including the tools and supplies you need and a range of incredible miniature clay ideas to inspire your next clay making project.
Make it Yours: 10 Craft Hobbies and Activities to Get Excited About
We'll take you through 10 of our favourite creative activities you can try for an expressive outlet.
How to Sew a Dress in 3 Easy Steps - Beginner Shirred Dress Tutorial
With so many clothing projects out there, we'll take you through how to sew a dress in 3 easy steps for your next DIY sewing endeavour. It's easier than you think!
How to Make a Card In 5 Easy Steps - Cricut Happy Birthday Card
We'll take you through how to make a homemade birthday card with Cricut for the perfect project that infuses a sense of DIY love into your celebrations.
How to Crochet a Coaster In 6 Easy Steps
We'll take you through everything you need to know to make a crochet coaster including all the materials needed and handy tips.
A Complete Guide To Watercolour Painting For Beginners
Whether you are a new artist looking to learn how to paint or an experienced acrylic painter wanting to switch mediums, this guide will help you learn the secrets to watercolour painting, as well as what you need to get started.
Successful Stitching: How to Crochet For Beginners
We've put together a handy how to crochet for beginners guide that will take you through everything you need to know about crocheting, including the supplies you need and basic crochet techniques you should master.
Creative and Crafty DIY Easter Decoration Ideas Any Crafter Will Love
Our favourite Easter decor projects offer the perfect opportunity for you to flaunt your crafting skills and enjoy valuable time with loved ones.
Learn How to Tie Dye and Colourful Tie Dye Projects to Try
Read on to find out everything you need to know about how to tie dye, including pattern inspiration, colour setting tips or just help on how to get tie dye off hands!
How to Start a Junk Journal With These Easy Junk Journal Ideas
Find out more about junk journalling right here and get crafting today.
Fun Sewing Challenges: Beginner Sewing Projects For Budding Sewists
Whether you're a beginner picking up a needle for the first time, a parent sewing with kids, or a seasoned stitcher looking for a quick and satisfying activity, these beginner sewing projects are perfect for you.
Challenge Your Sewing Skills With These Intermediate & Experienced DIY Sewing Projects
For beginner sewists searching for free sewing projects to expand their skills or advanced sewists looking for their next challenge, we're bound to have a sewing project (or two) for everyone to try out.
Introducing the Anna Blatman Range & Colourful Creative Projects You Can Recreate
Discover the stunning Anna Blatman range of fabrics and sewing storage. Learn more about her artistic inspirations and design journey right here.
Get School Ready: The Back To School Supplies List Every Student Needs
We've put together a handy back to school supplies list of all the school essentials any scholar will need.
Get Back To School Ready With Spotlight: Personalise School Supplies & Stationery With Our Favourite Projects
We have created a list of our favourite projects to help infuse a creative charm into your child's back to school routine.
New Year New Hobbies - Unlock Your Best Self with New Hobbies and Crafts To Try
Explore our favourite new hobbies for the new year and learn how to bake, how to crochet or shop our craft kits to express your creativity in the new year.
The Best Brands and Must-Have Kitchen Appliances For Your Home
Check out some of the best kitchen appliances from our brands and prepare your meals like a professional in the comfort of your home kitchen.
Update Your Home Styling With These 8 Furnishing Fabrics And Easy DIY Upholstery Projects
We've put together a few of our favourite DIY projects for talented crafters, as well as five of our favourite beginner-friendly furnishing fabrics projects that both newbie crafters and experienced DIY-ers will enjoy.
DIY Curtains: How to Hem Curtains For Elegantly Tailored Window Dressings
In this article, we'll take you through how to hem curtains with tape and by sewing as well, as how to create your own DIY curtains for a homemade furnishings project.
Calling All Crafters: Must Have Best Craft & Sewing Machines For Your Next Project
With sewing and craft machines to accommodate any crafter, there's no time better than now to start your next DIY project.
10 Essential Sewing Tips & Techniques to Know
At Spotlight, we love helping sewists of all experiences find all the sewing supplies and tutorials they need, which is why we're highlighting ten essential sewing tips we think you should know about in this blog.
6 Spooky Halloween Face Paint and Special Effects Ideas For the Perfect Finishing Touch to Your Halloween Look
Put your creative skills to the test and try out one of these Halloween face paint ideas to prepare for a spooktacular celebration.
Learn How to Make a Number Cake For Your Next Celebration
At Spotlight we love baking and decorating delicious cakes, so we've got a few secrets to impart about how to make a number cake out of the basic cake pans like the circle, square and rectangle pans we all have in our kitchens.
How to Use Fondant - A Guide For Beginners
We'll take you through all the different ways you can use fondant, including covering cakes, creating fondant shapes, as well as using fondant moulds as the perfect foundation for creating intricate shapes.
Wrap With Love: Help Create Wraps For Those In Need
Wrap With Love relies on donations of crafted goods, cash, craft and packaging supplies, transport and other services, so keep reading to find out how you can help!
How To Make A Pom Pom: All the Ways You Can Create These Fluffy Works of Art
Pom pom DIY is a soothing and easy craft, and you'll find making multiple pom poms for your craft projects to be so much fun!
10 Fun Kids' Craft Ideas For Birthday Parties
We have heaps of craft ideas and kids' craft kits for kids up our sleeves that are great fun for parties - read on to find the best crafting activities for birthdays, including what you need and clear instructions.
Everything You Need To Know To Make A Half Square Triangle Quilt
If you've ever wondered how to make a quilt using HSTs, read on to find out how to make yourself a gorgeous patchwork quilt!
Master These Quilting Techniques And You'll Be Ready For Any Project
We've put together a few of our favourite types of quilting techniques, including patchwork quilting, that you can practice to get the best out of your next project!
Quilting for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know About Quilting
We ll take you through everything you need to know about quilting, as well as four beginner quilting projects that are perfect for even the most amateur of quilters.
Homemade Window Coverings: How to DIY Ombre Curtains & Dip Dye Curtains
These are two of our favourite curtain making projects that are easy for any beginner crafter to recreate!
Fleece vs Flannelette: 5 Crafty Ideas To Test Your Sewing Skills
With so many patterns and colours to choose from, we ll take you through what exactly these two materials are, plus some of our favourite projects you can create with them!
Tips And Tricks For Sewing Fleece And Flannelette
Fleece and Flannelette are beloved for their soft and cosy feel that keeps you warm in winter, and can be used to make pyjamas, bedsheets, scarves and cuddly throws and blankets.
Easter Bonnet Ideas - How to Make an Easter Hat
We've put together a few of our favourite easter bonnet hat ideas that both kids and adults can enjoy this Easter.
DIY Wedding Ideas For Your Special Day
In this guide we'll go through some of the best wedding decor you can handmake, including step-by-step instructions you can follow and tweak to suit the overall theme of your wedding.
The Beginner’s Guide To Polymer Modelling Clay For Beginners
Read on to discover everything you need to know about using polymer clays, including how to use and tools you may need.
Get Crafting This School Break With Our Favourite School Holiday Activities For Kids
From kids' activity kits to arts and craft supplies to help complete a range of projects, we’ll take you through our favourite kids' school holiday activities to keep both you and your child entertained on their school break.
Shadow Boxes: How To Make A Shadow Box To Display Your Cherished Memorabilia
We'll go through everything you need to know about shadow boxes, including what exactly they are, how to make them, what you can use them for and fun ways to decorate them!
Decadent Desserts: How To Use A Piping Bag To Decorate Baked Treats
From timeless designs to intricate floral shapes, a piping bag is a valuable tool in creating these incredible decorations.
Ignite Your Creativity: How To Use Air Dry Clay
We’ll take you through the necessities behind the preparation of and how to work with air dry clay, as well as our favourite air dry clay projects to spark your creativity.
How To Sew A Tote Bag
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crafter, this fun tote bag project promises to enhance your sewing skills. Let's dive in and unleash your creativity through the art of handmade fashion!
5 Reasons To Start Needle Felting
In this blog we’ll aim to answer some of the most commonly asked questions about needle felting, as well as showcasing five reasons we think you’ll love this amazing needle art craft and a few fun ideas for you to try!
Your Guide To The Best Fabric Types For Making Clothes
This blog will walk you through some of the different fabric types we have available, whether they’re best used for creating clothing for warm or cool weather, plus how suitable they are for beginners.
Seven Baking Essentials You Need To Know About
This blog aims to demystify some of the most confusing ingredients in baking - we’ll go through what each is and how they are used, plus a quick summary of what essential baking equipment you should have in your kitchen if you love baking…
How To Paint On Glass
Because of its smooth texture and transparency, glass is a fabulous surface to paint on! You can paint on all sorts of glass surfaces including windows, tumblers, vases and jars, making it a great way to customise all sorts of homewares to your liking.
6 Things You Need In Your School Art Supply Kit
At Spotlight you can find a huge variety of art supplies online and in-store, but we’ve chosen six you definitely need to have eyes on for the new school year!
5 Common Sewing Machine Problems & How To Fix Them At Home
Using a sewing machine makes sewing a lot quicker and easier, but with this comes a whole new range of problems we never had to deal with when we sewed using only our hands. Whether you’re new to using a sewing machine or you've been using one...
Manual Vs Computerised Sewing Machines - Which Is Best For You?
If you ever want to do more than sew a button or fix a small tear, you’ll need to use a sewing machine. Sewing machines have revolutionised the world of sewing, making the process faster, easier and more accessible for beginners to learn. When it comes…
6 Acrylic Paint Mediums You Need To Know About
To help you make sense of it all, this blog will go through some of the most popular types of acrylic paint mediums, including how they work and what kinds of things you can do with them. Let’s dive into the types of mediums in art...
Everything You Need To Know About Leather Craft For Beginners
This leather crafting guide will go through everything a beginner needs to know about working with leather, from how leather is made to how you can sew, dye, paint and fix leather at home - plus we’ll touch on how faux leather differs from natural…
How To Make Slime And Playdough For Your Kids
Kids of all ages love to play with slime and playdough, but rather than spending your money on the premade stuff, why not make your own?
5 Types Of Sewing Machine Foot Explained
There are a lot of types of sewing machine foots out there, but how many of them do you actually need? At Spotlight we’re delighted to offer you a huge range of sewing machine foot types, (as well as other sewing machine accessories)...
How To Make Friendship Bracelets With Beads + Ideas!
Whether you’re making DIY friendship bracelets for your buddies or creating your own unique beaded jewellery, learning how to do beading is a great skill for anyone to have.
How To Mix Paint Colours
If you love to paint, you’ll know the pain of wishing you had the perfect shade or colour when you don’t have it on hand, or you can’t find it at your local art store. While the range of paint supplies at Spotlight is vast, having the ability to make...
The Guide To Painting Shadows For Beginners
Adding shadows and highlights to your artwork may seem like an afterthought, but it’s crucial to get them right if you want your artwork to have realistic depth and layers… know how to paint shadows, you can take your painting game to the next level!
The Benefits Of Finger Painting - For All Ages!
With its range of benefits and simple execution, finger painting is the perfect way to fill time and have fun while you’re at it! Traditionally the domain of very young children, finger painting can actually benefit adults as well - so let Spotlight…
What Is Gouache Paint, And How To Paint With It
While we all know the main three types of paint, acrylic, oil and watercolour, there is a fourth that both beginner painters and professional artists love to use… gouache paint! Gouache paint is easy to use, comes in all your favourite colours…
5 Essential Skills To Make You An Icing Pro
You’ve done the hard part - you’ve baked a delicious cake, a tray of cupcakes or a pan of brownies. But now you need to dress them up - after all, we eat with our eyes before our mouths, and a decorated dessert will set mouths watering!
How to Master Drawing With Markers - The Ultimate Guide
Markers are the artistic choice for many of us children, due to their bright colours and mess-free use. But no longer are markers confined to the pencil cases of school kids! Professional artists embrace drawing with markers for a number of reasons…
How To Use Watercolour Pencils
What do you get when you combine the ease of use and level of detail available using a pencil with the glowing colours and blendability of watercolour paints? The answer is the watercolour pencil, an amazing art tool that is much loved by both…
Acrylic Painting Techniques
Acrylic paint is beloved for its quick dry time, bright colours and flexibility, plus it cleans up easily from clothes and most surfaces. Out of all common paint types it has the most kinds of mediums, meaning you can modify your acrylic paint in…
Discover Cosplay Fabrics At Spotlight
When making your own cosplay costume, finding the right cosplay fabrics and materials can be one of the hardest parts of putting your costume together. Finding fabric for cosplay that has the texture and colour you need can have you…
Types Of Paint Brushes & How To Choose One
Finding the right paintbrush can sometimes feel like searching for a needle in a haystack - there are so many sizes, materials and shapes to choose from, the choice can quickly become overwhelming! We have many paint brush types for you to choose…
Five Sewing Projects For Beginners To Improve Your Sewing Skills
Are you new to sewing and need to better your basic sewing skills? Being able to sew straight, attach zippers and create darts are just some of the basic skills that will turn your rough projects into wearable pieces, and once you've got the basics…
How to sew - a guide to sewing for beginners
Want to learn how to sew? Spotlight’s guide to sewing for beginners will help you learn to use a sewing machine and basic sewing techniques - read how here!
Your Guide to Soft Pastels
Looking for a medium that is colourful, fun and easy to use? Pastels may bring to mind a child drawing at school, but soft, hard and oil pastels are the tools of the trade for many professional artists, and can be used to create absolutely stunning...
How to make textured canvas art and the impasto technique
Practiced by the masters and still incredibly popular today, impasto painting involves creating a textured painting with paint that rises off the page in peaks and waves. It allows the artist to create an incredibly detailed painting that is also...
How to create a holiday scrapbook
Have you just returned from an amazing holiday? Many people like to post their snaps on social media, or maybe even create a special photo album filled with printed pictures from their holiday. If you love to craft, or are just looking for a more...
Cosplay ideas, tips and tricks
Are you thinking of making your first cosplay costume, or are you an experienced cosplayer looking for some tips to make your next costume your best one yet? At Spotlight our range of fabrics, haberdashery, costume accessories and crafts contains…
How to draw a koala
Learn how to draw a koala with pencil, plus how to protect and frame your koala drawing with Spotlight. Video & images included. Read the full article here!
Everything A Beginner Needs To Know On How To Make Candles At Home
Candle making is an art that has been around since the times of the ancient Greeks, and while the exact process and candle making materials have been greatly refined over time, it remains a popular creative hobby to this day! Candles provide light…
The ultimate guide to epoxy resin art
Resin art is taking the creative world by storm, and for good reason! Any art projects created with resin are hard, durable and glossy, with options for coating old paintings, creating artwork with coloured resin and even suspending objects in 3D resin…
How to choose & paint on canvas
If you are confident in painting on paper, then creating your next work of art on a canvas is a challenging but exciting step. Painting on canvas can be quite different to painting on paper, but don’t worry - this guide will help you learn all about…
The Complete Guide to Flow Painting & Pouring Techniques
Looking for a fun, easy and effective way to create beautiful pieces of art? Fluid art, also known as flow art or flow painting, involves pouring prepared colours onto canvas and then letting the paint do the rest of the work for you - resulting in a…
How To Make A Pinata In Two Ways
One of the best birthday activities for kids is the breaking of a pinata and the release of the treats within! You can buy birthday pinatas and accessories from Spotlight, but did you know that making your own pinata isn’t as hard as it looks?
Your Guide To Common Curtain Fabric Types
Find out which curtain fabrics are best for your home right here.
How to Store Your Cookware: Staying Organised in the Kitchen
Check out our helpful kitchen cookware storage ideas on how to store your cookware and enjoy an organised backdrop to your next culinary adventure.
How to Season and Clean Cast Iron Cookware
We have a simple guide on how to make the most of your cast iron cookware, including helpful step by step instructions on how to season your cast iron pan and how to clean and care for it after use.
How to Stay Warm In Winter: 13 Ways to Warm Up Your Home and Escape the Chill
We've curated 13 of our favourite changes you can make in your home to prevent the winter blues from infiltrating your personal sanctuary.
Winter Blankets: Create The Cosiest Bed Ever With These Layering Steps
From a great range of blankets and throws to helpful tips and tricks for winter layering, discover how to layer your bed for maximum warmth and style right here.
Curtain Heading Types Explained: Choosing the Right Curtain Header
Let us take you through the different curtain header types available here at Spotlight and help you find the right window dressings for your space.
The Best Cooling Pillows For A Comfortable Night's Sleep
At Spotlight, you can shop from a great range of cooling pillows to help reduce overheating in your sleep while offering comfort and relief for a peaceful night's rest.
How To Make Curtains: Create Your Own Window Dressings With Our DIY Curtains Guide
We'll take you through everything you need to learn about how to DIY curtains including choosing how to measure your windows and calculate the right fabric requirements as well as how to hang your curtains.
Best Sheets For Your Sleep Style: Hot vs Cold Sleepers
We've put together a handy guide to help you find the best sheets for your sleep styles, ranging from the best sheets for hot sleepers to cold sleepers to even sheets for those wanting to style their bedroom with a luxe, hotel aesthetic.
Bed Hygiene Guide: How to Stay Fresh and Relaxed Amongst Clean Bedding and Bed Linen
We've put together a helpful guide you can follow on how often you should be cleaning your bed linen and bedding.
Winter Bedding Essentials: Snuggle Up With The Best Bed Linen and Quilts For Winter
We will take you through everything you need to know to refresh your bedding for winter.
Bed Linen Material Guide: Choosing the Best Sheet Material
We've put together a handy guide to the best bed sheet material for every sleeper, every climate and every preference.
Craft Room Storage Ideas For a Functional Creative Space
We have curated some of our favourite craft room storage ideas to create a neat crafting environment for you to unleash your creativity.
New Year New Space - Reset Your Space This New Year for a Calm Organised Home
A fresh space can leave you feeling rejuvenated and ready to conquer whatever this new year has in store for you, so follow along and discover our favourite tips for decluttering to create a home refresh for the new year.
The Best Cooling Mattress Toppers For a Comfortable Sleep
With numerous benefits accompanying different types of mattress toppers, they are sure to be a valuable addition to your bedding.
How To Decorate A Christmas Tree Like A Professional In 6 Simple Steps
We'll take you through how to decorate a Christmas tree step by step so you can create a professional-looking festive display, while also adding the unique little details that are precious to you and your family.
The Best Curtains For Summer - We've Got Your Windows Covered at Spotlight
You can find more information about the best blockout curtains for summer and styling your window dressings right here.
We've Got Your Windows Covered: Stay Cool With The Best Summer Blinds For Your Home
From blockout blinds to outdoor blinds to sheer roller blinds, we've got your windows covered with many types of blinds for summer available.
Fun Kids' Bedroom Ideas: 6 Ways You Can Refresh Your Child's Bedroom
From functional pieces that contribute to the quality of their sleep to more decorative pieces that'll have their bedroom feeling like a whimsical playroom, you can explore a wide range of kids' bedroom ideas right here.
Caring For Your Kitchen Essentials: How To Clean A Chopping Board
In this guide, we'll detail how to clean a chopping board properly depending on its material, and other care tips that will extend the life of your board and keep it looking pristine.
Your Guide To S-Fold Curtains And How To Style Them
This helpful guide will take you through everything you need to know about S-Fold curtains and our range of these stylish window dressings.
Best Noise Reduction Curtains & Blinds To Create A Peaceful Sanctuary
We'll take you through all the best noise reduction curtains and blinds to help transform the ambience of your home and muffle any unwanted noise from beyond your home.
How To Set Up A Balloon Garland - DIY Guide
Whether you're planning a birthday bash, a wedding or a festive gathering, our step-by-step guide will help you craft a beautiful balloon garland that will wow your guests.
Make Your Space Cosy By Finding the Best Curtains for Winter
Through rain, hail or even snow, you can rely on Spotlight's range of ready-made curtains to help you maintain a comfortable temperature in your home!
Discover the Best Blinds For Winter to Help Insulate Your Home and Keep Your Space Feeling Cosy
Stylish and practical, blinds act as a barrier between your room and your windows, helping you to regulate the temperature of your home and trap your heating inside.
The Best Flannelette Sheets and Quilt Covers - Benefits of Flannelette Bed Linen
With flannelette sheets and flannelette quilt covers, you can create an entire cosy bedding arrangement that will instantly transform your sleep. Check out all the benefits of flannelette for your bed linen.
How to Wash & Care For Flannelette Sheets
In this blog we'll take you through the best ways to care for your flannelette sheets so you can keep them soft and cosy for as long as possible and enjoy being toasty warm in winter every night!
Have A Hoppy Easter With These Easter Table Setting Ideas & Easter Home Decorations
With so many ways to celebrate Easter, we have you covered on all thing's regarding decorations and table settings.
Pastel Bedroom Ideas: How to Style A Dreamy Look
A pastel colour palette evokes an effortless dreamy aura that will instantly have you feeling at peace as soon as you enter your bedroom.
Six Earthy Home Decor Ideas To Style Your Home For An Autumn Charm
From the colour palettes to the materials of the decor you shop for, we ll take you through six of our favourite earthy decor ideas to refresh your space with for that autumn charm!
Bedding Rejuvenation: How To Refresh Your Mattress with a Mattress Topper
We ll take you through the role mattress protectors and toppers play in your wider bedding arrangement as well as how these bedding items act to protect and safeguard your mattress.
How To Care For And Wash A Quilt Cover To Feel Fresh And Well Rested
Whether you've just moved out of home or taking on a new chore, we'll help you learn how to wash a quilt cover to leave your bedding looking cosy and comfortable.
5 Luxe Autumn Bedding Styling Ideas & Tips
At Spotlight, our fabulous range of bedding has something for everyone - Let us inspire you here with these gorgeous autumn bedroom ideas!
Create The Perfect Retreat: The Best Rugs For Your Bedroom
We’ll take you through our favourite materials for rugs and how certain materials can accommodate your insulation needs.
Get Picnic Ready This Summer With Spotlight: What To Bring To A Picnic For The Perfect Outdoor Gathering
Stuck on what to bring to a picnic? Spotlight has everything you need to throw a fun-filled outdoor dining experience.
10 Easy Summer Home Decor Ideas To Brighten Your Home
From functional pieces to more decorative summer home decor ornaments and details, there are a number of summer home decor ideas you can take advantage of to brighten your home with ease.
A Space To Rest, Relax And Unwind: How To Decorate And Style Your Sunroom
From furniture pieces to more subtle ornaments, we’ll take you through all the ways you can elevate your sunroom.
What Are The Best Outdoor Rugs? Everything You Need To Style Outdoor Rugs In Your Home
We’ll take you through everything you need to know about outdoor rugs to help you choose the best one for your home.
What Are Machine Washable Rugs? A Combination Of Style And Convenience
Busy households call for home decor pieces that are able to withstand whatever life throws at them. Whether that be stains, crumbs or footprints, you want to make sure your furnishings are durable enough to complement your everyday life.
How To Decorate With Jute Rugs & Why You'll Love Them
Rugs are exceptional home decor pieces that not only contribute to your overall decorative style, but also offer a layer of insulation in your space. They are available in a range of designs to complement a variety of aesthetics.
Benefits of Bamboo Cotton Sheets & Why You'll Love Them
Have a read through this article and discover the range of advantages you can enjoy when incorporating bamboo cotton bed sheets into your selection of bed linen.
How To Style Sheer Curtains For Summer and Create a Breezy Summer Look
There are many ways to style sheer curtains in your home in summer - let us walk you through some of our favourites, as well as why sheer curtains can suit any room!
Transform Your Bedroom: How to Style Washed Linen
In understanding how to style washed linen bedding, you may first be thinking what is washed linen? Have no fear, we’re here to help.
10 Spring Home Decor Ideas To Refresh Your Space
If you're pining for a blossoming floristry touch in your home, here are some spring home decor ideas to pop on your home redecoration to-do list.
How to Style Artificial Plants & Greenery in Your Home
Worried about the constant upkeep? Then artificial plants and flowers may be the right choice for you!
7 Ways To Style Lamps In Your Home
Whether you want to bring more lighting to your space or looking for stylish lamp decor, this blog will go through everything you need to know about how to style lamps in your home.
5 Curtain Trends To Transform Your Home
In this blog, we aim to highlight the best curtain trends and ideas to transform your home and complement your interior styling for years to come.
How To Make A Small Room Look Bigger
For those wanting to learn how to make a small room look bigger, in this blog we have compiled a range of options to help you understand how to make a room look bigger.
5 Easy Ways to Style Candles In Your Home
Let's go through five of the most distinct ways to style these candles, and what kinds of home decor styles they suit!
How To Do Your Own Art Framing
Whether you need to do some art framing on a budget or just love everything DIY, this blog will go through everything you need to know about how to frame a picture at home!
How To Layer Rugs + Other Rug Laying Ideas
If you’re new to rug layering then this is the blog for you - we’ll go through where in your home you should layer rugs, a few different rug combination ideas and some helpful tips on how to layer rugs in interesting ways.
8 Nature Inspired Bedroom & Home Decor Ideas to Try
At Spotlight we offer an extensive range of decorative pieces to transform any room in your home into an environment that exudes a natural charm. Discover our extensive home décor range to elevate your home styling here!
6 Mistakes To Avoid When Hanging Curtains
Hanging curtains yourself is a great way to save money, but it’s not as easy as the professionals make it look - check out the six most common mistakes made when hanging curtains, and how you can avoid making these curtain mistakes at home.
How to Wash & Clean Cushions at Home
In this blog we’re going to discuss all the different ways you can clean your cushions, from a quick spot clean to a deep clean in your washing machine - read on and make sure you know everything you need to keep all your cushions pristine!
The Best Ways to Set up Curtains and Blinds on a Budget
We’ve got some handy tips and tricks that will make installing professional-looking curtains and blinds on a budget easy - read on to discover our favourite hints for installing blinds and curtains on a budget.
5 Stylish Curtain Holdback & Tie Back Ideas
Let’s go through five of the most distinct variations you’ll find here, and what kinds of home decor styles they suit!
How To Choose And Style Bedroom Curtains
This blog will delve deep into what kinds of curtains are best depending on a variety of factors, such as bedroom size and outdoor factors that can affect your sleep - plus a few style tips to ensure your bedroom curtains are always looking amazing!
How To Layer Curtains And Blinds On Your Window Like A Pro
We know a thing or two about how to layer curtains with blinds, other curtains and accessories like pelmets and valences. Read on to discover our favourite tips and tricks for window styling with curtains, blinds and everything in between!
Everything You Need For An Easter Egg Hunt
Discover heaps of fun Easter egg hunt ideas, including hiding places and decorating ideas, for both outside and inside your home!
How To Choose The Best Bathroom Blinds
When it comes to covering your bathroom windows, specialised bathroom blinds are always your best option. The type of blinds and the materials you should use can vary, but this guide will walk you through all of it…
How To Create A Simple Valentine’s Day Table Setting At Home
Setting the table doesn’t need to be overly complicated or tricky - follow these simple steps to create your own beautiful Valentine’s table setting.
How To Prep Your Kid’s Bed For Summer
Spotlight’s range of kids’ summer bedding comes in many styles, sizes and colours, so there’s an option that every child will love - plus plenty of helpful extras that will make their bed super comfy!
Refresh Your Space With These 5 Easy Living Room Decor Ideas
At Spotlight we love helping our customers create stylish homes on a budget, and when it comes to living room decor ideas we’ve got plenty you can implement without breaking the bank.
5 Creative Ways To Style Vases in Your Home
Whether you’re using them to hold flowers or just want to add some decor to an empty spot on your shelf, we’ve got five great vase decor and vase styling ideas you can try in your home today!
8 Food Storage Essentials For A Tasty School Lunch
Let’s go through eight of our food storage essentials we think you’ve got to check out this school year - each idea is great for both primary and high school lunch boxes!
Ceramic Dinnerware Explained
To help you choose which kind of ceramic dinnerware is right for you, this guide will detail all the qualities of each, as well as how to best care for and maintain them. If you’ve ever asked ‘What is ceramic?’, then this is the guide for you!
Home Storage Hacks For Every Room
Keeping your home tidy is never easy - whether your home has two or twelve people living in it, maintaining an organised home can be a challenge. Keeping every room clean can be tricky, but here at Spotlight we're pleased to offer you home storage…
5 Linen Cupboard Storage Hacks
At Spotlight not only do we offer you a great range of quality bed linen and towels, but we know a thing or two about linen cupboard organisation as well! Let us share with you some of our best linen cupboard storage hacks…
The Washing Alternative: Keep Your Clothes Fresh With A Steamer!
At Spotlight we have a great range of garment steamers for you to choose from, but is this handy appliance the one for you, and is steaming really worth it in the end? We’ll answer these questions for you right here…
The Best Bedding For Your Style Of Sleeping
At Spotlight, you can find a huge range of soft and firm pillows made out of many amazing natural and synthetic materials. One of the most important factors you need to take into account when choosing a pillow is how you like to sleep at night…
Simple Guest Bedroom Ideas For Your Spare Room
Now more than ever, we can all really appreciate having friends and family stay with us in our homes, especially if they're visiting from interstate or somewhere overseas for the first time in what may seem like an eternity.
How To Clean Inside Of A Kettle In 3 Different Ways
Cleaning your kettle doesn't have to be hard, and you can do it with simple kitchen staples you'll probably have at home. At Spotlight we have a kettle to suit every home, but it's important to keep them in good condition so they perform at peak...
5 Stunning Ways To Use Fairy Lights At Home
Your fairy lights don’t need to be stuffed away for eleven out of the twelve months of the year anymore - these whimsical decorations can be admired all year round with the right styling. Fairy lights decor can be enjoyed outdoors or inside every room…
Best Ways To Dry Clothes Without A Dryer
Washing and drying clothes is one of the constant chores that comes with life, and it's one you can't put off if you want to have clean clothes to wear. Washing clothes is easy enough, but getting them to dry can be hard depending on your living...
Easy Everyday Tablescaping Ideas That Will Blow You Away
Your choice of dining table decor can go a long way into how enjoyable the meal served on it turns out! Tablescaping is the art of decorating your dining table and the space around it, and while the term ‘tablescape’ is fairly new, people have been…
How to wash towels
We use them every day and they provide a valuable service, but do you really know the best way to wash and care for your towels? Your bath towels need to be properly maintained so they can help keep you clean and healthy, as well as keeping them soft…
Wall decor ideas - how to hang wall art at home
Create a beautiful home with the addition of some art to your walls! Wall art is the perfect way to fill that glaring space in your house you’ve often walked by but have not known how to utilise. Any home area can be improved with some clever wall...
Pantry organisation ideas & how to organise your pantry
Pantries serve an essential role in our homes, keeping our food clean, dry and away from animals and pests. But after doing your grocery shopping, making the effort to put away everything neatly can just be a little too much. So we chuck our groceries…
How to set up the ultimate home bar
Whether you are in the mood for a quiet drink or are having guests over for a party, a home bar can be a useful area, style centre and talking point all in one! Home bars provide you with a space to both store and display bottles of wine, beer and…
How to choose & style a coffee table
Nothing ties a living room together quite like a central coffee table. Coffee tables provide an opportunity for having a lovely piece of furniture in your home that is useful as a surface for displaying things as well. Choosing the right coffee table…
10 Storage Solutions for Wardrobes
Are you at the stage where it takes you ten minutes to find something in your wardrobe, or do you try to pull out one piece of clothing and three more come out with it? In 2021, it was found that out of all our clothes, we are only wearing 55% regularly.
Beat The Heat With These Summer Bedding Ideas
Summer bedding is designed to help you sleep in hot and humid weather, and at Spotlight we’ve got a great range of summer quilts, bed sheets and mattress toppers to ensure you’re sleeping comfortably no matter how hot it gets overnight.
Home decor ideas to make your home a peaceful and tranquil space
Home is your sanctuary – your place of refuge – where you can turn down the volume of life and detox from the distractions of the world. Now more than ever, we need tranquility in our homes, and we can do that by introducing the appropriate colours…
Dress Up This Halloween: Our Favourite Last Minute Halloween Costume Ideas
If Halloween has snuck up on you, check out our favourite last minute Halloween costume ideas for dress up ideas this spooky season.
Father's Day Gift Guide: Discover Father's Day Gift Ideas For Every Dad
Check out our Father's Day gift guide and find the perfect way to spoil your dad or father figure this Father's Day.
Get Into The Spooky Spirit With These 5 Halloween Pumpkin Ideas
From cute Halloween crafts to scary Halloween pumpkin carving designs, our Halloween pumpkin ideas are sure to get you into a wholesome Halloween mood at home!
DIY Halloween Decorations To Try This October
Check out a few of our favourite DIY Halloween decorations right here.
Prepare For A Frightening Season With Our Favourite Halloween Ideas and Trends
Check out our favourite Halloween party trends, costume ideas and decorations for any Halloween celebration right here.
Share The Scares: Easy Halloween Costume Ideas For Couples and Families
Check out some of our best family Halloween costume ideas, right here.
Throw A Spooktacular Celebration: How To Host the Ultimate Halloween Party
Check out our guide to find out everything you need to do to throw the ultimate Halloween party at home.
How To Do Face Painting + Easy Face Paint Ideas For Kids
Find out how to apply face paint as well as our favourite face paint ideas right here at Spotlight.
The Top 10 Best Book Week Costume Picks 2026
If you're stuck on thinking of costume ideas, then don't fret - we've put together a list of popular Book Week costumes to help inspire you.
Share the Fun With Duo, Trio and Group Book Week Costume Ideas
Discover our favourite duo, trio and group Book Week costumes and celebrate Book Week together.
Fairy Tale Inspired Book Week Costume Ideas
Step into the world of magic and royalty this Book Week with fairy tale Book Week costumes from Spotlight.
Celebrate 100 Days of School With These Costume Ideas
We'll take you through a few of our favourite 100 days of school costume ideas for both kids and teachers as well as some fun and entertaining craft projects kids can create on their big day!
Craft With Cricut: Create Personalised Gifts For Mum This Mother's Day
For those with a little more time on their hands, why not infuse your presents with a bit of homemade love this Mother's Day by creating personalised gifts for Mum with our favourite Cricut gift ideas?
Discover Mother's Day Gift Ideas For Every Mum
Whether you've been planning out your gifts since last Mother's Day or just need some last-minute Mother's Day gift ideas, read on for some of our favourite gift inspiration for Mother's Day that you can find at Spotlight!
How to Inflate Balloons & Assemble A Balloon Stand In 6 Easy Steps
We'll take you through everything you need to know about how to make a balloon stand including the basics of how to inflate balloons for a good start to your balloon stand journey.
Our Favourite Easter Baking Ideas: Easter Cakes, Cookies & Sweet Treats For a Hoppy Easter
No matter if you're a master chef or a beginner baker, we've collected a few of our favourite Easter baking ideas to make your Easter that little bit sweeter.
Have A Hoppy Easter With Easter Gift Ideas The Whole Family Will Love
Discover our favourite Easter gift ideas and you ll be the Easter gift giving eggs-pert this year!
Lunar New Year Decorations & Party Essentials
If you celebrate the Lunar New Year, you can shop a fantastic range of Lunar New Year party decorations, party supplies and party tableware right here at Spotlight to ensure a fun and organised party.
Galentine's Day Ideas: Your Guide for Hosting the Ultimate Galentine's Day Celebration For Your Friends
With so many ways to celebrate, we'll help you discover how to throw the ultimate Galentine's Day Party.
Celebrate Love With These Crafty Valentine s Day Projects
This February 14th, why not show some love for all your nearest and dearest with some heartfelt Valentine's Day crafts and gifts!
New Year New Habits: Kickstart Your New Year With These Easy Health Boosts & Habits
Transform your routine for a fresh start to the year! Adopting little habits day-to-day is a surefire way to improve your health and well-being.
Tips & Hacks For Hosting a New Years Party
We've compiled our favourite tips and tricks on throwing the perfect New Year's Eve party free from complications.
Our Favourite New Year's Eve Party Theme Ideas
We'll take you through our favourite New Year's Eve party ideas you can adopt in hosting your party.
Plan the Perfect NYE Party with This Easy Checklist
We've put together a handy checklist for everything you need to throw a fun New Year's Eve party without the stress.
Celebrate the Spooky Season With A Colourful Halloween Party Setup
Put a spin on classic Halloween style and decorate your home with cute Halloween decorations - think pops of colour, adorable Halloween-themed animals and twinkling lights!
Dress Up With These Fabulous Showgirl Themed Costumes, Accessories & DIY Projects
Craft fabulous tinsel dresses, create intricate make up looks with face gems or bedazzle a cowboy hat and celebrate like a showgirl with these DIY costume and accessory ideas.
Celebrate a New Era: How to Host a Glamorous Showgirl Themed Party
We've curated some of our favourite decorations and tableware you can use to host a showgirl party as well as our favourite showgirl-themed activities and party food ideas to enjoy at your next celebration.
Celebrate Halloween With the Spooky Hollow Range at Spotlight
Spooky Hollow's incredible range of Halloween costumes, decorations, party supplies and so much more is designed to make your Halloween celebration a success!
Smart Ways of Spookifying Book Week Costumes for Halloween
From adding scary makeup to splattering fake blood over your costume, take a look at some of our favourite ideas for easy DIY Halloween costumes you can recreate with your Book Week costume!
How To Make Fake Blood + 4 Ways You Can Use Fake Blood In Your Halloween Celebrations
We'll take you through all the ways you can use fake blood to spook-ify your space this Halloween. Don't have any fake blood on hand? Don't worry, we'll take you through how to make fake blood this Halloween!
No Tricks Here! Treat Your Guests With These Scarily Good Halloween Baking Ideas
Bake terrifyingly delicious cupcakes or decorate eerily enticing Halloween cakes - these sweet treats will impress both your guests and trick-or-treaters.
A Beginners Guide To Trick Or Treating On Halloween
For those asking the question how does trick or treat work, or wondering what they need for this adventure, we've put together this handy little guide for you to help you prepare for the Halloween tradition.
Celebrate Your Favourite Animals With Book Week Animal Costumes
If you're looking for animal Book Week costume ideas and Book Week craft activities everyone can enjoy, check out some of our favourite ideas right here!
Make Book Week Magical With These Harry Potter Book Week Costume Ideas and DIY Crafts
From costume accessories to DIY Harry Potter projects for your costume, we'll take you through all the ways you can infuse a magical spirit into your Book Week celebrations.
13 Ready Made & DIY Book Week Costume Ideas For Teachers
We have curated some of our favourite Book Week costume ideas for teachers in this blog, as well as some group options if teachers want to coordinate their costumes!
Magical Book Week Costume Ideas For Toddlers and Preschoolers
We have curated some of our favourite preschool Book Week costume ideas for toddlers, as well as ideas for matching costumes in this blog.
Pastel Party Decorations - How to Host a Pastel Themed Party
We've put together a checklist of decorations and servingware to consider when shopping for your pastel party supplies.
How To Be Your Own Party Stylist - DIY Party Supplies & Ideas for Your Next Event
We'll take you through all the things you need to know to become your own party stylist and prepare your space to celebrate in style.
Discover How to Throw a Kids' Slumber Party For A Fun-Filled Celebration
Here at Spotlight, we've got all the party supplies you need to fulfil your slumber party ideas as well as a whole lot of inspiration that will help you discover how to throw a slumber party.
Celebrate World Book Day: Find Costume and Creative Inspiration at Spotlight
Whether you're having fun in the classroom or at home, we've got a range of World Book Day ideas to help you join in on the fun this year!
Unforgettable Celebration and Party Ideas Featuring DIY and Handcrafted Decorations
Keep reading for the best birthday party decoration ideas that will make your celebration one to remember.
St Patrick's Day Celebration Ideas, Costumes and Decorations
Whether you are celebrating a home, school, work or other social group, make this St Patrick's Day a blast with Spotlight!
Get Ready For The AFL Season With Spotlight
Whether you’re a lifelong supporter or new to the game, we’ll take you through our favourite ways to get ready for the AFL season.
Top Party Trends: What’s Hot and What's Not
Let’s jump into the trends taking over the party scene this year and find the perfect inspiration for your next celebration!
Celebrate A Blushing Bride By Learning How To Host A Bridal Shower
When discovering how to host a bridal shower, there are many things to consider - we will take you through everything you need to know throw the perfect bridal shower.
How to Plan and Host a Baby Shower To Celebrate Your New Addition
There's no better time to celebrate both the mother and child. Throwing a baby shower for a sister, cousin, aunty or a friend allows you to show your appreciation for your loved ones while providing the chance for loved ones to "shower" their new…
10 Easy Celebrity Inspired Halloween Costume Ideas
Join in on the Halloween fun by dressing up as your favourite celebrity. Choosing celebrities with a signature look makes for an easy identifiable costume choice.
Harry Potter Themed Party Ideas - How to Throw a Harry Potter Party
This article will go through all of the Harry Potter party ideas you need to bring the wizarding world into your home.
How To Throw A Dinosaur Party At Home
If you’re looking for a party theme that will impress inquisitive minds of all ages, a dinosaur party is the way to go!
Express Your Era With These 5 DIY Concert Costume Ideas
At Spotlight we’ve created a collection of DIY projects inspired by ‘The Eras Tour’ hitting Australia this February with each piece related to a different era.
Get Concert Ready With These 6 Costume Accessories
Preparing for an upcoming concert is always exciting, but how do you decide what to wear? Let’s go through our top six costume accessories for concerts!
Bring Your Cheese Platter Ideas To Life With Spotlight
Cured meats, fresh fruits, tasty crackers and velvety cheeses… the right cheese board will tempt even the fussiest eaters! Whether it's a vibrant birthday party, a romantic anniversary or just your average Friday night, a cheese board is a welcome…
How To Throw A Magical Unicorn Themed Party At Home
Looking for a magical birthday party theme that all your kids and their friends will enjoy? Try throwing a unicorn theme birthday - with a little help from Spotlight! Full of colour, sparkles and a little magic, unicorn birthday themes are one of the…
10 Pet Halloween Costumes For Your Paranormal Pooch
Dressing up on Halloween is great fun, so why not get your pets in on the action with some of Spotlight’s scary, cute and funny pet costumes? Our pet Halloween costumes come in sizes to suit small, medium and large dogs, with pet costume ideas pulled...
How To Throw A Jungle Theme Party
Going to the zoo for birthdays is always fun, but why not save the travel time and bring the aesthetic of the zoo, and even the jungle, into your home instead? Kids of all ages love jungle, animal and safari themed birthday parties, and best of all...
How To Host A High Tea Party At Home
One of the best ways to enjoy time with your friends is during a high tea or afternoon tea party - but who’s going to step up and host high tea at home, and what is high tea exactly? If you are going to be hosting your own high tea, then you’ve come...
5 Steps To Throwing A Magical Masquerade Party
When it comes to party themes, there is none grander than the masquerade party. Emphasizing brilliant costumes, beautiful music and enchanting dancing, a masquerade or masked party can be enjoyed by partygoers of all ages.
Four Fun Ways to Celebrate the New Year
Looking for some fun themes for a New Year’s Eve party? The party specialists at Spotlight are here to help! We’ve come up with four fun New Year’s Eve party ideas anyone can try at home, to make staying in just as much fun as going out on the most...
How to throw the ultimate 70s theme party
Looking for a party theme that will have your guests jumping, jiving and having an all-around good time? Look no further than a 70s themed party for all your groovy party needs! This iconic decade was the time of disco outfits, glam rock and rock…
11 Easy Steps to Create the Ultimate Kids’ Birthday Party
Planning a birthday party for a child can be a stressful and time-consuming task, especially if it's your first time. Kids need to be constantly entertained, fed and monitored during a party, which is a lot for busy parents to do as well as hosting!
