I was trying to come up with a bold design for the backsplash tiles for the downstairs toilet. I was looking through pinterest for ages but nothing quite grabbed my attention. I then saw these gorgeous ‘Gatsby’ coasters on Audenza website and I was immediately inspired! (this is not an ad for Audenza by the… Read More
I honestly don’t even know where to start with this! The good news is that the ‘slowest‘ DIY kitchen renovation of all times is FINALLY finished and here is the result!! I know you have stopped reading and skipped to the ‘AFTER‘ photos, and who can blame you? If I was you, after all this… 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 As you know our lives have been taken over by the kitchen renovation, so it was lovely to stop and do a nice craft project for… Read More
This post contains affiliate links. It has been a while since the last instalment of the Kitchen Renovation Diaries. We are now in July and things have moved on from the last time I shared the progress with you. If you are following my journey on Instagram then you will no doubt have seen some… Read More
Disclaimer: #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 Knocking the two walls down in the kitchen allowed us to create an open plan area for the kitchen and dining room. We still wanted to have a little separation… Read More
Disclaimer: This latex pillow review post is an #ad Sleepbear. However, all views, experiences and ideas are 100% my own and are not influenced in any way! Remember my post a few years back when I reviewed the ever so comfy Sleepbear mattress? I was kindly sent this pair or Sleepbear latex pillows for me (and… Read More
Our old coffee table didn’t really work for the living room anymore. The beauty of upcycling and re-using old furniture is that you can change it again and again if you change your mind or decor! I decided to create a new table top from pallets I had at home. Don’t worry, I didn’t completely… 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 You know how much I love working with wood to create something unique! As you know our kitchen renovation is in full swing so I decided… Read More
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
