Do you like to buy used furniture? Have you ever visited a flea market and found the perfect piece – you know, that elusive piece of furniture you’ve been hankering after for such a long time, the piece that you’ve almost given up on ever finding at all? You’re so excited, you can’t really believe…
When we first moved into our then newly built house over ten years ago, we knew there would be no cash left over for us to fit out the interior with everything we wanted. I’m impatient though and love to have pretty things around me. There was absolutely no way I was going to let…
Follow my blog with Bloglovin Why I make Soy Candles If like me, you’re a candle person who prefers to create a more natural and healthy atmosphere in your home, these scented soy candles will be the perfect alternative for you. Soy candles don’t give off any soot like paraffin wax candles do which means…
Tablescapes are one of my favourite ways to decorate. At this time of year, I love whipping up a zero waste Autumn tablescape using natural elements from my garden or from things I collect whilst out walking with Brilli. I wouldn’t say I’m a minimalist but I’m not a fan of having loads of décor…
Bringing the farm to the city. How to transition you décor to urban farmhouse style. It’s a cosy, casual hybrid which blends traditional & contemporary style with a neutral colour pallet & a mix of metals and natural elements. Urban Farmhouse – what’s that? Well, it’s exactly what it says on the tin – a…
There’s something magical about this time of year don’t you think? The vibrant shades of russet reds, tawny browns, amber and golden tones of nature make for a colourful transition from Summer to Autumn. Easy Pressed Flower Lanterns DIY For your convenience, this website contains affiliate links. This means that if you make a purchase…
Do you want to know why you should encourage your child to be creative? When your child is creating, they are learning. They are learning without even knowing they are learning. Simply put, creative activities advance your child’s development in leaps and bounds and teaches them to think outside the box. For your convenience, this…
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…
