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Jul222025Jul 27 2025
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My go-to protein powder for hormone balance and energy

Disclaimer: This post contains some affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you decide to buy something I’ve recommended. I only share products I genuinely love and use myself. Over the past couple of years, I have been on a personal wellness journey. After a… Read More

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Jul152025Jul 15 2025
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The ultimate Mexico packing list

Disclaimer: This post contains some affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you decide to buy something I’ve recommended. I only share products I genuinely love and use myself.  Head over to Part 1 to catch up with where we stayed in Riviera Maya in Mexico… Read More

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Jul22025Jul 2 2025
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Unmissable July picks for a beautiful home and calmer mind

Disclaimer: This post contains some affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you decide to buy something I’ve recommended. I only share products I genuinely love and use myself. Did you see my June picks last month?? Here are my July picks for the beautiful… Read More

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Jun302025Jun 30 2025
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Part 1: Visiting Mexico – Grand Palladium White Sands

As you know we have been concentrating on renovating our house for the last 3.5 years so there has been very little time for any break, not to mention taking 2 weeks off work and God forbid relax! Well, we came to a point in our renovation that we decided we needed a break and… Read More

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Jun262025Jun 30 2025
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Unmissable June picks for a beautiful home and calmer mind

Disclaimer: This post contains some affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you decide to buy something I’ve recommended. I only share products I genuinely love and use myself. Here are my June picks for the beautiful home and calmer mind series. As you know… Read More

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Jun142025Feb 19 2026
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10 Things I learnt from my health scare this year

I have been a little quieter than usual on here and it’s not just because of the day job or the never-ending house renovations. The truth is, life threw me a bit of a curveball this year in the form of a bit of a health scare. I have been dealing with some health issues… Read More

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Jun72025Jun 7 2025
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Statement wall in your home – yes or no?

You know I love a statement wall, but I keep seeing that there are more and more people who saying that statement walls are no longer popular. I am not about trends and never will be, I believe if you like something, then you should definitely have it in your home. Trends come and go… Read More

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Mar122025Nov 5 2025
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Meghan Markle’s Netflix Aesthetic: How to get the Meghan inspired interior look at home

Meghan Markle’s Netflix projects have not only sparked conversations but have also showcased her effortlessly elegant and modern aesthetic. From neutral tones to sophisticated yet cosy spaces, the Duchess of Sussex’s interior style has captured attention worldwide. If you’ve been inspired by her curated, minimal-yet-warm home settings, here’s how you can recreate the look in… Read More

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Feb272025Jun 19 2025
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Free printables – Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is fast approaching and I have created a blog post where I share my gift guide for all budgets. However, sometimes you don’t really have to spend too much money on the gift and creating a present can be equally nice! I created these FREE printables for you to download, print and share!… Read More

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Feb242025Jun 19 2025
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Thoughtful Mother’s Day gift ideas

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Mother’s Day is just around the corner (30 March 2025 in the UK). It is the perfect opportunity to show your mum just how much she means to you. Whether you’re looking for an affordable token of appreciation or a luxurious treat, there are plenty of thoughtful Mother’s Day… Read More

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Jan242025Jun 6 2025
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Amazing transformation: our sitting room makeover

When I shared the photos of our sitting room makeover on social media and Apartment Therapy I got some really interesting comments. Most of them weren’t very nice and caused a bit of a stir, as most people were so annoyed we removed the original features and this room has now lost its character. For… Read More

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Oct72024Feb 19 2026
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Staircase makeover – Part 2 the big reveal

Disclaimer: AD, I have received the items free of charge and this staircase makeover post is made in collaboration with Rust Oleum, however, all views, experiences and ideas are 100% my own and are not influenced in any way. This post contains affiliate links. This is part two of the staircase makeover and you can… Read More

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Sep192024Feb 19 2026
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Staircase makeover Part 1 – the preparation work

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you follow me for a while you know we started our home renovation project in 2021 when we first moved in our house and it has been a slow progress as we are doing most of the work ourselves. Sorting the staircase was not one of the priorities… Read More

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Jul252024Jul 25 2024
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Fireplace evolution in the house and reveal of the log burner

When we moved in our house last year we were so excited to learn that we have not one but two working fireplaces. We knew that they both will require some work before we could actually enjoy them. What we didn’t realise at the time was just as much work they will need (same old… Read More

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Feb292024Feb 19 2026
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Building the extension and our kitchen renovation: the BIG reveal

Disclaimer: This post may contain gifted items which will be clearly marked. However, all views, experiences and ideas are 100% my own and are not influenced in any way. This post contains It has been a long time coming, the kitchen renovation reveal post is finally here. If you been reading this blog for a… Read More

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Jan152024Jan 16 2024
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Re-wiring our 1930’s home

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post, however, all views, experiences and ideas are 100% my own and are not influenced in any way! We knew this house would be a major renovation project when we came to view it for the first time in 2021 (during the pandemic!). Go see what the house looked like… Read More

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Creating content for the DIY stairs and patio make Creating content for the DIY stairs and patio makeover.. boys are doing the steps tomorrow so I had to be quick with the “before” shots of the makeover which I always forget to film !!!! Not this time I thought and set my tripod this morning to film some content .. 🤦🏻‍♀️ thankfully no injuries and dress is in tact, tile not so much and forget about my dignity… 🤣🤣🤣 PS There’s a reason I am not an “influencer” 🤷🏻‍♀️😜 follow for more highly professional renovation content #contentcreater #outtakes #saturdaymorning #contentcreation #diyhome
This audio really resonated… anyone else would rat This audio really resonated… anyone else would rather stay home than go anywhere ? We’ve been renovating the house for nearly 5 years it’s so nice to actually enjoy all the hard work we’ve done.. 

#diyhome #DIY #funreel #diyhomedecor #1930srenovation
Why do I do this to myself .. I should be relaxing Why do I do this to myself .. I should be relaxing but instead decided to spend 3 hours stripping the mouldy varnish off my outdoor table .. and still failed… next up sander… #diyhome #1930srenovation #outdoorproject #renovationproject #paintstripping
Memories from our trip to Barcelona last week !!! Memories from our trip to Barcelona last week !!! We had the most amazing time - Barcelona really is the most amazing place to visit .. my heart is so full ♥️ can’t wait to go back. ♥️ 
Big thanks to @whereisangiee for the most amazing tips ahead of our trip 🙏🏼 
Best present for ourselves @curtidosgarcia custom made belts 🤩 
we stayed at @radissonblu1882 which was literally on the doorstep to Sagrada Família and had the most amazing rooftop bar & pool 
#barcelona #citybreak #travellingbarcelona #barcelonavisit
DIY as a couple sounds fun until you start suggest DIY as a couple sounds fun until you start suggesting or telling him how to do things better .. 😂 just a bit of fun I’m not actually sure what happened there but this video made me laugh 😜 prep work for the slabs
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#renovation #diyhome #1930srenovation #ukgardendesign #gardeningisfun
Having a nice bedroom is just the best isn’t it ? Having a nice bedroom is just the best isn’t it ? It has taken us 4 years to get to this stage .. I have shared before the amount of work that had to be done before we got to the painting stage so there’s no surprise it’s taken us a while.. custom built wardrobes were the cherry on top my absolute favourite thing about he bedroom … 💤 
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#bedroomdesignideas #bedroomstyle #diyhomedecor #1930srenovation #fromevijawithlove
My favourite project so far in this house is this My favourite project so far in this house is this wardrobe which we built from scratch …  I can’t tell you how happy it made me finally sorting out my clothes and putting them neatly in our beautiful wardrobe after living on boxes and with clothes rails for years ! What do you think !? 
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#1930shouse #bespokewardrobe #diyrenovation #bedroomfurniture #1930srenovation
What a busy couple of weeks (swipe to see through What a busy couple of weeks (swipe to see through what I’ve been up to) .. the most exciting thing is that we have ordered the slabs and prepping the patio, seating area and paths .. this is dream come true as we’ve been waiting for the outside to be done for such a long time.. we ordered the slabs and they are being delivered this week so need to hurry up with the prep work ! can’t wait to sit outside in the sunshine -  I love our garden 🪴

1. Our old seating area at no 35
2. The slabs we selected
3. Pottery painting at the craft studio 
4. Baked some lovely chocolate and raspberry brownies. Recipe @fitfoodieselma 
5. Took an week off my running as I was feeling a bit run down (no pun intended)
6. We finally got some sunshine amongst crazy weather so enjoying coffee in the sun
7. Our fist load of washing drying outside - the spring is here 
8. Incense stick and my favourite daily calendar @vexking 
9. Pilates 🧘‍♀️ did you know Pilates originated in the Isle of Man and there’s a Pilates record attempt in July see @34moves_ for more info. I’m going!! 
10. Prepping the seating area … so much to do 
11. Plate turned out gorgeous 
12. I have a veg patch 🍆🥒🌱🌽🥕🥦
#lifeinisleofman #diyhome #renovationdiary #renovatingourhome #1930shome
*watch till the end to see how much work went into *watch till the end to see how much work went into this* 
To reply to the comment: yes and no … it took a lot of prep work to get to the final result and although the stairs were decent enough underneath it still took a bit of fixing.. from stripping the paint, repairing the gaps, cleaning and sanding.. to priming and painting.. what do you think was it worth it ? 
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#paintedstairs #diyhomedecor #hallwaydecor #paintingtutorial #renovatingourhome
I came to the Isle of Man in 2004 for the summer . I came to the Isle of Man in 2004 for the summer .. I met Shaun pretty much straight away and the rest is history ☺️.. I dropped out of uni, packed my bags and got my dad to pay for my tickets to move to the Isle of Man .. I literally had no money in the account, no job or a plan but I knew I had to trust my gut and go… We were so excited when we finally moved into our first apartment.. It was one bedroom basement apartment which was dark, cold and damp, we had no furniture, cutlery or bedding but we were so happy as it meant it was our own space .. 
From our first apartment in 2005 when we had  nothing to out dream home in 2026 that we worked so hard for .. sometimes even when you don’t have a plan beautiful things can happen … ❤️ trust the process .. 
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#renovation #diyhome #homeiswhereyourheartis #beautifulhome #fromevijawithlove
It doesn’t always go to plan.. I tried to make a f It doesn’t always go to plan.. I tried to make a floating frame for my canvas and failed miserably twice .. first attempt - the frame was too small 😜 got more wood and measured everything carefully only to realise I cut them the wrong way 🤦🏻‍♀️ back to square one .. mistakes happen - keep going! *Sorry about the swearing*
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#DIYfail #craftingismytherapy #diygonewrong #itried #diyhomedecor
Renovating and building extension at the same time Renovating and building extension at the same time meant we had to finish jobs quickly and often without really having much time to decide on colour schemes or details.. we had to paint the extension quickly so I opted for neutral shade .. I knew it was missing something so I added a bit of colour with my artwork.. which I loved but something just didn’t sit right with me.. it was too much and I was craving peace and not overwhelm.. I ended up removing all artwork and starting again pay painting the room a beautiful shade of pinky red which absolutely transformed the space … it’s ok to change your mind and it’s ok to paint or experiment until it works for you.. we’ve lived in this house for 4 years now and we are working out how to each space works for us .. now we’ve changed the layout of the table I feel like this space could also take a bigger cabinet for extra storage … so watch this space it’s forever evolving.. 
please tell me I’m not alone in this 🙏🏼 
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#renovationproject #extensionproject #diyhomeprojects #1930srenovation #interiordesigngoals
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