This is part two of our kitchen renovation diaries (if you have not read how we started this major project, you can catch up with Part One here). As you know from my previous post, we caught a little snag with our (partially) load bearing wall and had to stop the work and wait for… Read More
Buying a house can be daunting and I am not just talking about the whole search and (sale) purchase process. I am talking about what happens next. You suddenly feel like a proper adult with a mortgage to pay, boiler service to arrange and all the decisions to make. When it comes to interiors, there… Read More
When I say “Dado Rail“, what springs to your mind? I always thought dado rails were there for decorative purposes only and served no real function.. but did you know that in the Georgian period it was fashionable to leave the dining room chairs against the walls away from the table. A wooden dado rail… Read More
Getting a new kitchen is super exciting but extremely stressful at the same time. Especially if you are doing it on a budget like we did (well technically still are!). Things don’t always go to plan and your house in an absolute mess. Don’t even bother cleaning it, as the dust will get everywhere and… Read More
Disclaimer: This post is an #ad Gorilla Glue . However, all views, experiences and ideas are 100% my own and are not influenced in any way! This post contains affiliate links I love creating seasonal decorations and decided to attempt an Easter wreath this year. I bought these polystyrene eggs and wanted to make them look exquisite… Read More
Disclaimer: This post is an #ad Gorilla Glue . However, all views, experiences and ideas are 100% my own and are not influenced in any way! This post contains affiliate links Mothering Sunday* is just around the corner and what better way to say Happy Mother’s Day to your special mum than making a handmade gift especially… Read More
If you read my blog or follow my instagram you know that we are in the middle of kitchen renovations.. Today I will be sharing a little update on the progress and will share what we have learnt along the line. We are taking on a major job, so had to do it the right… Read More
Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Gorilla Glue . However, all views, experiences and ideas are 100% my own and are not influenced in any way! This post contains affiliate links EDIT: The DIY Love sign advises dampening the wood before using Gorilla Clear. This is incorrect as it’s non-porous surfaces that require dampening prior to… Read More
I am happy to say that our bedroom makeover was a big hit with the readers and had an amazing response on Instagram too. I kept receiving messages about the cushions and where they were from, so here is a little post to let you know how I MADE the pom pom cushion for our… Read More
I am beyond excited to start the biggest (and no doubt the most stressful) project in our house since we bought it just over two years ago. Today I will be sharing with you our plans and ideas for the kitchen renovation project we will be starting shortly! Remember my post on our mini kitchen… Read More
This old wardrobe was left in the house by the home owners. As most of all our money went on decorating our home, updating and completely transforming our bathroom, getting the walls re-plastered there was little money left for the furniture. We kept the wardrobe as it was for a while as we hoped we… Read More
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post and I have received the items from Homebase free of charge. However, all views, experiences and ideas are 100% my own and are not influenced in any way! You know how much I love doing things on a budget! Just take a look at our house and the various… Read More
This post contains affiliate links. If you believe in laws of attraction, then you will believe every single word when you read this blog post (and it is ALL true)!! I kept talking about a large round mirror I wanted to have for our bedroom and kept looking online in different shops. Everything I liked… Read More
You have probably seen my bedroom makeover post, in which I promised I would share with you how I re-upholstered the pink velvet armchair, so here goes. I was putting this chair project off for ages, until it was the last project on my to-do list. I was dreading it and for a good reason… Read More
Drumroll please….. the Master Bedroom Reveal is finally here!!! I am extremely excited to finally share this post with you! I know it has taken longer than I anticipated, but this is simply because we did not have a massive budget for this room (shocker!). I did one thing at a time and pretty much… Read More
It is time for our annual Christmas Ornament Exchange, this year I was paired with the lovely Vicki from 2 Bees in Pod. We both share the love for traditional Christmas ornaments and have similar colour combinations in out trees. I knew Vicki loved rustic Christmas ornaments so I wanted to create something very authentic.… Read More
