If things around your house are looking a little dull these days, why not liven them up in the one of the easiest ways possible?

If you haven't encountered the washi tape craze that seems to be washing across every DIY blog on the internet, we'll quickly catch you up.

You can find washi tape's roots in Japan, with its materials being sourced from natural fibres like the indigenous mitsumata shrub or gampi tree. Suprisingly strong, washi tape have the same durability as duct table, but are considerably more decorative. As for its use – that's completely up to you!

If you're not sure where to start, why not try covering some books for school, personalise your keyboard or get your nails done.

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