If you’ve got a rusty old bicycle that has seen better days, don’t chuck it out just yet – you can renovate it to give it a new lease of life, or upcycle it to use as a pretty planter in your cottage garden. Here’s how to revamp your old bike…
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I’ve been DIYing again and this time I’ve made some nightstands for the bedroom. It’s a simple project that makes use of old drawers from a broken chest to create bedside tables – here’s how…
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The original pallet bar project been repurposed – and for good reason. I’ve decided growing veg is more important than having an alfresco G&T, so I’ve given over my much-loved pallet bar to create a nursery space for my seedlings. Here’s how…
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If you fancy saving money on decking but still want to get a good result in your garden, I’ve shared a step-by-step guide to make this deck for yourself – using pallet wood…
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In the summer, it’s all about getting kids excited about being outdoors. If you can encourage them into the garden they can learn about nature, be more active and get some fresh air. Here are 3 outdoor activities for kids + some rainy-day ideas too…
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It’s been a while since I posted any updates on my little vintage caravan makeover but that doesn’t mean it’s been put on hold. While a lot of work has already been done, there’s still a lot more to do – some of it rather more practical than aesthetic. Here’s what I’ve been up to…
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I bet you’ve got loads of things on your to-do list that you WANT to do, but don’t really NEED to do, so they never get done. A third of people say completing a to-do list is one of their top ‘little wins’ so here’s how to start ticking things off…
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If you’re using a lap tray for your lunch or to hold snacks during film night, it’ll probably get sticky & icky quickly. Even after wiping them down regularly & being careful with spills, they still ended up with little stains & grease marks on the surface. Here’s how to give a lap tray a quick makeover with self-adhesive vinyl…
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My favourite kind of gifts are those that have meaning behind them. A bit of love and thought put into them. And at the moment it’s particularly important to think through the gifts you’re planning to buy as you don’t want to jeopardise your health by going for a browse to find just ‘anything’ on […]
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Many of our vehicles have been sat still in garages & on driveways for weeks, but don’t worry – we will be out on roads again in the future! So, to ensure our car remains usable, we need to maintain our cars in the meantime – here’s how…
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If you’re planning to move house in the future, why not use this time to get your home into the best possible condition, ready for sale? A quick spruce up will make all the difference to bagging a buyer, and you can tackle these tasks yourself. Who knows, perhaps these little DIYs will actually boost the value of your home too?
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Layering up coloured vinyl to create your own t-shirt designs looks really impressive but is as easy to achieve as regular heat-transfer projects. Here’s a video to show you how to do it yourself, step-by-step 🙂
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While some children may have gone back to school, many are still at home. This means they’ll be learning in the same spaces where they usually play and sleep plus, you probably want them to be creative and feel relaxed too. So how do you design a kids room that incorporates all of these activities? Here are some ideas:
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While it’s incredibly cool to have a gallery wall in your home, it’s also great when the images mean something to you. There are plenty of ways to include customised artworks in your home and here are a few options to help you fill your home with pieces you love…
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If you fancy giving your kitchen a new look, there’s no need to splash out on an entirely new installation. Even melamine cupboards can be revamped with spray paint! Here’s a step by step video to show you how to makeover your cabinets…
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If ever there was a time for a motivational slogan tee, it’s now. Obviously, I’m not going to the shops to buy one, but that doesn’t stop me from making one (or two!) at home. Here’s how to customise your t-shirt with an uplifting slogan…
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In this catch-up Q&A with interior designer Ju De Paula, semi-finalist on BBC’s Interior Design Masters, Ju shares her advice for decorating spaces with personality and colour…
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We have a brick outbuilding that has seen better days so I wanted to spruce up the exterior a little to make it look a little nicer in our garden. Here are some photos of my quick DIY makeover…
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If you’re planning a vintage caravan restoration or simply want to dribble over some original details from a retro trailer, today’s bank holiday blog post features photos of a stunning ‘loaf of bread’ caravan, inside and out…
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If you’re looking for interiors ideas for decorating with dark hues, this house tour of EndOfTheRow’s Edwardian home provides inspiration for creating a cosy, contemporary look in a period property…
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For many of us, our bedrooms are our sanctuaries. If you’ve ever wondered why you love your bedroom so much, here are some insights – and how to create that peaceful feeling in your own home…
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Today I’m sharing some ideas for keeping your whole family entertained, active & engaged – both indoors and outdoors. There’s inspiration for exercising in the park and getting active in the garden, as well as some enjoyable, educational and FREE things you can do indoors. Enjoy..!
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The world has been a very different place of late but one thing that has been incredible to see is how quickly we have adapted. Services that were only ever delivered face to face have shifted & we’re able to do more things online than we would ever have been able to before. Here are just a few…
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If you’re spending more time in the garden at the moment, here’s how to combine relaxation & plant growing to get the most out of your garden (of any size!) this summer…
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You want the best for your pets, right? They’re family, after all! So I’ve been looking for ways to make my cats Cookie & Muffin more comfortable at home during their later years. Here’s what I found…
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If you’ve been spending more time in your home than usual, you may find yourself looking around the interior and thinking about how it could be different. When all elements of interior decor come together, such as painting, lighting, furniture and accessories, it’s like your own personal form of magic – and helps you feel comfortable at home.
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If you’ve been having trouble sleeping in recent weeks, you’re certainly not alone. Self-care is so important at the moment & sleep is a key factor so here are some ways to boost your bedtime routine to get the restorative sleep you need…
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Cleaning our living spaces has recently become a popular self-care activity as people have discovered just how much a tidy space can boost productivity & increase happiness levels. So here’s how to do a refreshing spring clean…
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