Hello and welcome to the very first issue of our brand-new Creative Living magazine! We can’t wait to share all of the delicious projects and inspirational ideas that we’ve put together for you!

Upcycling and repurposing are enjoying huge popularity right now, and when you consider that these trends are driven by a want to save the planet and reduce our carbon footprint, a need to reduce the amount of money we spend on throwaway fashion PLUS the desire to create unique gifts, pieces of furniture and bespoke items for our homes and gardens, it’s not surprising that the make do and mend ethos of yesteryear is enjoying a resurgence.

This issue, the fabulous Cadence brand of art and hobby paints takes centre stage! With an unrivalled product range that is second to none plus THE most expansive and sumptuous colour palette, Cadence has something for everyone. So, whether you’re looking to get creative with cardstock, glass, leather, fabric, wood, metal or a whole host of other materials, Cadence fits the bill every time!

Discover how to turn plain glass into flawless mirrors in literally one minute, and etch your way to success with David. Stephanie shows you how to breathe new life into your garden accessories, and Angie is combining faux leather with marbling. If you’re feeling patriotic, don’t miss our regal collection, and join Lou for all things mixed media.

With all of this and much more, including a catch up with Ozlem Korkman Turan, the lady behind the Cadence brand, we’ll leave you to it.