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Look at any job description these days and you’re almost certain to see ‘Creative thinking’ listed as being one of the top requirements on the seemingly long list of qualities expected. The ability to convert new and imaginative ideas into reality seems to be a crucial factor in business success today. In this post, we’re…
Even if like me, you’re clinging on to the last remnants of summer and still enjoying the mild sunny weather at the beginning of September, in the back of your mind, you know that all that could change at any minute. When the mist starts settling over the landscape in the mornings and your…
What a fantastic way to use up old wooden pegs. I was given a large bagful of these many years ago and at the time, I had no idea what I was going to use them for so they ended up in a box in our basement never to be seen again! Recently, one of…
This lovely secretary makes the most gorgeous storage and desk space in our dining room. I’d been wanting to try my hand at stencilling with chalk paint for the longest time and just hadn’t found the right piece of furniture. I came across this old secretary on eBay one day and knew it would be…
You may or may not have noticed, that I’m a bit of a fan of natural décor in my home. I love the textures of wicker, rattan, seagrass & Co. Home accessories made from natural fibres are timeless. That said, I’ve been seeing a trend lately for natural home accessories with a totally modern vibe….
‘I’d really love to do more with my space but I don’t know where to start’. I can’t tell you how often I’ve heard people tell me this. I agree that planning changes in your home can be overwhelming, especially considering the huge amount of choice available to us through online shopping. If you’re…
Well, my summer project is finally finished! I think it’s even better than I imagined it would be. When I first set eyes on these pallets, I knew exactly what I wanted to do with them but it’s not always easy trying to recreate an image that’s in your head is it? We have a…
Let’s face it, who doesn’t like ‘free’? If I can recycle or make something amazing for next to nothing, then that makes me a very happy bunny. Here’s something you can easily make from recycled blinds. This week I’ve been coasting ahead with the pallet sofa for my balcony and completed two of…
This summer, I managed to get my hands on a load of wooden pallets so my summer project kind of got decided for me! There will be a post coming once the whole project is finished but in the meantime, I thought I’d share with you the little projects in between. An outdoor rug -Ties…
Firstly, let’s get the formalities out of the way. All the natural products I make have been used by myself and my family (unless otherwise stated). This does not mean that the products will be safe for you personally. I always recommend testing the product on a small area of your body first in…
This wooden stool is the smallest piece of furniture I’ve painted so far. That said, it’s also the piece that has caused me the most trouble! How can that be? I hear you ask, well, let me tell you all about it. I’ve been looking for a chair for our bathroom for a…
