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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…
Looking for something to spice up your meat and keep your summer guests coming back for more? Look no further, this easy to make spice rub will do the job just nicely. Our BBQ got dusted off a little earlier than usual this year. We had a burst of beautiful weather which had us scurrying…
Today I thought I’d give chalk painting a rest and have a go at using fabric paint instead! I’ve never used it before but I keep seeing lovely fabric paint prints all over Pinterest and decided it was time I tried it out for myself. For your convenience, this website contains affiliate links. This…
I love to garden and I do all I can to keep my shrubs and plants healthy and strong. When it comes to houseplants, however, I just can’t seem to keep them alive for more than a few weeks! You know the little card that comes with them, with the care instructions printed on it?…
I love using wicker baskets around the house. I think they always look great and are a really versatile storage solution. When I was offered this old wicker basket for free, of course, I snapped it up. Then it sat in our attic for months, as most of my projects do, waiting for its…
5 simple ideas to give your outdoor space a boost for summer without breaking the bank. Because we have such long cold winters here in Bavaria, we really like to make the most of our outdoor space during the warmer months. As soon as the sun breaks through the clouds and the garden starts exploding…
I’ve been meaning to write about this chalk painted chests for a while now and since I showed them in my bedroom refresh I thought it was about time I got around to doing it. Painted Chest of Drawers | Large The large painted chest of drawers was one of the first pieces of…
I never thought the day would come when this bedroom would be almost finished. I say ‘almost’ because there’s still some work to do (more about that later) but for the most part I’m happy with what I’ve achieved so far. Bedroom refresh – Where we started Once we finished building our house, there was…
Where I live the Elderberry bush is a common sight throughout hedgerows and all along the forest edge. We even have them in our garden making up part of a flowering hedge. From late May to early June, the boughs of the Elderberry are laden down with gorgeous sprays of tiny, creamy white flowers….
I’ve always wanted a rocking chair in my home – don’t ask me why it’s just one of those things with me. I suppose I love the way they look in magazines, placed next to a log fire, all styled up with cozy cushions and throws. I think they look so inviting. DIY Rocking…
