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Artist Andrea Green blends intuition and technique in expressive art
19 Mar 2025
Andrea Green’s artistic journey is one of constant evolution, shaped by her passion for portraiture and an intuitive approach to creativity. Her work is a dynamic blend of subject, process…
A celebration of colour with the latest Resene Total Colour Awards 2024/25
10 Mar 2025
The latest Resene Total Colour Awards winners have been announced at a colourful evening as part of Auckland Design Week. With a wide range of creative and colourful projects from…
Meet the team: Christine Hodges
09 Sep 2024
What is your role at Resene and what does it involve? I am a Resene Colour Expert. I help people with colour schemes for their exterior or interior for both residential…
The art of concealing fur and dirt: Harmonise your home decor with your pets
31 Jul 2024
When it comes to home décor, pet owners face a unique challenge – how to prevent pet fur from standing out on walls, furniture and accessories. Matching your home's interior…
Gift a loving memory this Valentine’s Day with this DIY photo board
31 Jan 2024
Instead of framing a picture of your favourite person as a gift this Valentine’s Day why not make a special hanging love board which can be hung up all year.…
Stickin’ it to tradition: DIY popsicle stick Christmas tree
20 Dec 2023
Tree decorations don’t have to be expensive or take hours to make! Get the kids involved in these easy to make popsicle stick decorations and make them as colourful as…
Peachy keen: the perfect Resene paint colour pairings for the hue everyone is talking about
11 Dec 2023
Societal shifts and colour trends will always be closely aligned, and one method of soothing ourselves during tumultuous times is wearing and decorating with calming colours. As we look to…
Light but not white: Seven subtle Resene paint colours to look to when designing soothing spaces
09 Oct 2023
When you’re settling on the main paint colours that will be used across the major surfaces of your project, it’s important to keep in mind the profound psychological impact that…
Your designer guide to interior trends
20 Apr 2023
With their stunning and versatile range of luxurious wool carpets, Godfrey Hirst have released their Farm to Floor designer guide to give you some interior inspiration for your home. The…
Make your own personalised keyring for mum for this Mother’s Day
19 Apr 2023
Why not give mum something she can carry with her wherever she goes? Get creative with her favourite colours with Resene testpots and give her a unique and one-of-a-kind gift…
Your designer guide to interior trends
17 Apr 2023
With their stunning and versatile range of luxurious wool carpets, Godfrey Hirst have released their Farm to Floor designer guide to give you some interior inspiration for your next project.…
Wood you be my Valentine? DIY wooden love couple
08 Feb 2023
Wood you be my Valentine? DIY wooden love couple
It comes around every year. Valentine’s Day, a day to celebrate our love for a special person and those around us. It…
How to embrace a tonal colour palette in your home
05 May 2022
After a change in your home for winter? Tonal interiors are your answer to creating a harmonious look in any room. Think of it as your secret weapon to creating…
Shop local with our Mother’s Day gift guide
21 Apr 2022
Remember to make mum feel special this Mother’s Day with a handmade gift. We’ve put together a collection of some wonderful local artisans and small businesses to help you shop…
Three easy projects to show your love this Valentine’s Day
10 Feb 2022
Valentine’s DIY Project: 3D Heart Frame
Show your love this Valentine’s Day with a beautiful heart art frame. Reuse old picture frames and write little love messages for your beloved for…
Beyond Very Peri: the other colours you will see more of in 2022
25 Jan 2022
When Pantone announced Very Peri as the colour to define 2022, we found the choice a bit surprising. The hue is also a tricky one to work with across many…
A feast for the eyes: Christmas table setting ideas
15 Dec 2021
Before the turkey or ham arrives on the Christmas table, deck out your table with napkin rings which set the scene with finishing touches using a splash of Resene colour.
Add…
12 paint and decorating trends to design with now
13 Sep 2021
The ripple effect created by recent challenges has been hugely disruptive for decorating and design trends, given the massive interruption to global supply chains and the cancellation of significant fashion…
Seven earthy colour palettes for grounding your next project
15 Jul 2021
Thanks to the internet, we’re seldom short of places to look for inspiration these days. Like us, you might have a few favourite sites bookmarked – heck, maybe even this…
DIY Easter egg wreath
24 Mar 2021
In the spirit of Easter, we created this colourful egg-floral wreath that’s sure to be adored on your door.
We show you how.
You will need:
Wire wreath frame (you can purchase at…
Six warming palettes that are perfect for the shift in season
15 Mar 2021
It’s tough to admit, but the tell-tale chill that signals the start of autumn is already in the air. As the weather continues to cools off, it can be a…
6 gorgeous greens to try when your client can’t choose a colour
26 Jan 2021
The colour green is thought to bring balance and harmony to your surroundings, so it's no wonder that it's a favourite colour choice among design professional and layman alike. It’s…
Get into the festive spirit with this DIY paper box colour wreath
25 Nov 2020
This simple project is a great Christmas decoration idea for beginners. Make this a family activity and get the children involved although adults should always be in charge of the…
Decorate your shelves with these pretty DIY painted books
14 Oct 2020
Turn your old hardbacks into decorative, ombre-chic pieces using Resene testpots.
You will need:
Six old hardcover books (same height)
Resene Quick Dry primer undercoat
Resene testpot brushes
Resene testpots in your choice of colours…
6 eye-catching accent colours to incorporate in your next project
21 Jul 2020
Even if you’re going for a mostly neutral colour palette, having one statement colour to define the design of your project is an effective tool in not only setting your…
Easy DIY: distressed vases
11 May 2017
Bring a touch of French country to your home with these pretty distressed vases, made using Resene testpots in soft, nature-inspired colours. Sarah Herring shows us how.
You will need: glass jars,…
Easy DIY: Paper flag bunting
17 Aug 2017
Oh, the evergreen appeal of bunting! There are many different styles and ways to make bunting, but this paper flag version by Nikki Astwood of Revised Edition is one of…
Create your own Christmas bunting
30 Nov 2017
With Christmas fast approaching, it's time to get decorating! Get into the festive mood with this DIY Christmas bunting... it will be a wonderful welcome message for when Santa arrives.
You will…
Create a hanging plant holder
14 Dec 2017
Display your treasured indoor plants with this beautiful DIY plant holder. It also makes a thoughtful Christmas gift.
You will need
Testpots in Resene Sassy and Resene Twilight
Paintbrush
String
Masking tape
Small wooden crate
Paint the…
Two simple Christmas crafts to make with your family
11 Dec 2019
Looking for some extra décor to dress up those empty shelves this Christmas? Get the kids involved and spread festive joy with these two child-friendly Christmas DIY projects from Kiwi Families.
Make a…
Playing up plywood
05 Mar 2020
Kids have a special superpower. When they see a simple shape, they don’t just see a square, circle, rectangle or triangle – they see a robot, flower, spaceship or tree,…
