When I needed a pair of bedside tables but couldn’t find the mid-century modern style I wanted in the shops, I decided to make some myself. A small chest of drawers and some mid-century style screw-in legs from an old planter were all the materials I needed to create my
Although it doesn’t look too bad from this photo my old chest of drawers was broken & falling apart so I decided to upcycle it into not one, not two, but THREE new pieces of furniture for my home – and here are the step-by-step projects…
If there’s one thing I always need more of its storage, so I’ve come up with a simple DIY project to revamp old drawers to create sliding under-bed boxes on wheels. Here’s how to decoupage the inside & add upcycled handles to stow away toys, books & shoes:
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…
My minimalist bedside tables started life as a chest of drawers and a vintage planter. But with a bit of careful re-jigging, I managed to turn them into a matching pair of mid-century style bedside cabinets…
Your bedroom is the one place where comfort genuinely pays you back, night after night. Here’s why upgrading your sleep setup – whether it’s the bed, layout or bedding – can transform your wellbeing & your home, even on a thrifty budget…
I’ve been growing fruit and veg in my garden and allotment for many years and I’ve finally got an idea of what I can grow, what’s easy to maintain and, importantly, what’s NOT worth planting. Here are some tips for your spring sowing…
If your home is feeling a little snug, don’t worry – there are plenty of simple styling tricks that can make any room feel instantly larger. With a few clever tweaks, you can create a brighter, airier space without major renovations. Here’s how…
Interior trends for 2026 are all about creating homes that feel soothing, expressive and lived‑in, blending comfort with character so every room reflects the way we truly want to live. Here are some easy ways to tap into this years top trends…
Living in a disorganised home is not great for your wellbeing, but many of us find ourselves with much more clutter than we would like. Here are 7 ideas to help you declutter & organise your home before Christmas comes…
Whether you’re looking to increase the appeal of your home and add value, ready to sell, or simply want to give it a bit of a refresh and make the most of the available space, here are great DIY hacks to help you create a multi-use interior…
Sleep is one of the most powerful tools we have for a better life, but sometimes, upgrading our sleep setup feels financially out of reach. The good news? You don’t need a high-end mattress to sleep like royalty. Here are some thrifty tips…
If your home is full of belongings but doesn’t have enough storage, it can quickly become cluttered. Here are some tips for finding extra storage in your home (that you didn’t know you had) in order to reduce the stress of excess stuff…
If you want to grow your own veggies or fancy adding a splash of colour with spring flowers but don’t have much space in your courtyard or balcony, here are some tips on planting up a small space to achieve your gardening goals…
Do you wish you could spring out of bed and enthusiastically go about your day with energy and enthusiasm yet sometimes find that your healthy intentions just don’t materialise in the mornings? Here are some tips to help you create a healthy morning routine that’s actually achievable…
If you want to create a cosy yet spacious feeling in your bedroom this autumn, it’s possible to reorganise your furniture to help you get organised, create more space and feel more relaxed. Here’s how…
If you’ve got a water ring on your wooden furniture, you may have searched the internet to find out what you can do to repair it. But how do you know what will work? Luckily, I’ve tried out the online hacks so you don’t have to…
Whether you’re struggling to sleep or simply want to make your bed feel even more comfortable, there are so many things you can do to improve your comfort levels – most of which are much cheaper than replacing a mattress…
Want to create a comfy and practical space to work from home but don’t want to splash the cash on redecorating your home office? Here are some easy ideas that’ll help make your workspace work for you…
If you’re thinking of giving your kitchen a revamp but without the huge expense, you can do it yourself with just a bit of flatpack DIY and lots of samples of paint! Here are some things to consider when renovating your kitchen…
If you have a small bedroom and feel like you need more space, here are five ways that you can easily and cheaply make the most of the room you have so that it feels more spacious…
Over the winter we often like to keep our bedrooms warm and cosy, with thick duvets and blankets, but there are so many benefits to refreshing your rooms for spring, including better sleep and a healthier space. These free or low-cost ideas will help you to achieve that crisp, fresh
Whether you’d like to refresh your whole wardrobe with a variety of new outfits or simply need to replace some seasonal items that have worn out, here are three ideas for getting new clothes without splashing the cash…
With many youngsters returning to school at the start of next month, you’ve still got enough time to organise their bedrooms in preparation for the new term. Here are some ideas for storage, study and sleep…
If you’re looking for ways to boost your wellbeing at home, here are some ideas for bring nature indoors to create a calm and happy home for yourself and your whole family…
Year after year, our Scandinavian neighbours top the charts of the happiest countries in the world. So, what can we learn from the Nordic nations to help reduce stress? How can we refresh our homes to embrace Scandi style?
As a new homeowner, finding innovative ways to store your belongings is essential for maintaining a clutter-free and organised living space. Here are my ultimate space-saving storage ideas…
With an abundance of spring flowers around me I wanted to find a way of preserving the petals for use in crafting. Here’s how to DIY your own flower press using old and broken books…
It’s so lovely to escape for a short break every once in a while, but just what is it that makes a holiday home feel so relaxing? And how can you DIY that look and feel in your own house? Here are some tips to achieve that getaway vibe on
If you’ve been finding it hard to get going in the morning, feeling sluggish in the afternoon or heading to bed earlier than usual in the evening, don’t worry. At this time of year it can be difficult to maintain your energy levels so here are some tips to get
Houseplants are great for health, productivity and positivity. They brighten a room, release oxygen into the air, remove toxins from the atmosphere and add character to your home or office. But they do tend to cost money. Here are some ways to still grow house plants, without the hefty price
This Long Island home is packed full of mid-century pieces, vibrant colours and retro details so take a tour of Kate Pearce’s home with me to be inspired by her style…
If you’re spending more hours in the office than out of it, you might as well make it comfortable and an enjoyable place to spend your time. Whether that’s your working-from-home office or your small business office, it IS possible to create a homely feeling while you work…
Whether you’re renovating a fixer-upper home or simply want to refresh your dated bedroom, there are always ways to save money on your redecorating project – here are a few ideas that I used in my own home…
Today is the 4th article in my series of blog posts to help you achieve your New Year’s goals and it’s all about clearing your home of clutter and getting better organised this year (one of my personal goals!) Here are my top tips for creating a tidy and peaceful
If you’re planning a bedroom revamp, here’s why it’s a good idea to choose natural materials and shop secondhand…
Buying your very first house is a joyful time but the truth is that it’s never cheap and often there’s not much money left for the interior. That was certainly the case for me when I bought my fixer-upper home!
Although these three lifestyles offer very different ideas they also have one important thing in comment – and that’s helping you to cut costs. Here’s how to adopt a ‘less is more’ mentality and save money as a thrifty essentialist minimalist…
With the soaring price of wood and a need to create more growing space in my veggie patch, I’ve come up with a way to make a low-cost planter out of pieces of furniture that were headed for the skip. Here’s how…
2021 marks the 10th Anniversary of the My Thrifty Life blog and I’m excited to tell you what celebrations I’m planning and how you can get involved..!
Do you know how hard it is to plan a new kitchen? I can’t believe just how many things there are to consider. To help you if you’re planning a kitchen revamp (and to help myself, TBH) here’s a list of everything you’ll need for a top-to-toe makeover…
Little ones grow up so fast and their needs change quickly – so if you’re buying new items for every stage of baby’s development, the costs soon add up. So, how can you save money & even get freebies while bringing up your little one? Here are some ideas:
What do you do when you’ve got a shed full of tangled tools and a spare pallet in the garden? Why, pull it apart and build a tool silhouette storage board, of course! Here’s how to DIY your own shed hanging system to organise your essential tools…
Keeping tech gear and cables organised (and safe) can be tricky, which is why I’ve DIY’d some custom foam inserts to safely store my important photography equipment, tech accessories & hobby kit. Here’s how to spring clean & tidy your office drawers…
Decluttering & spring cleaning are some of my favourite activities. I love a good clear-out & really appreciate the extra space gained by letting go of lesser-used items. Here’s how to minimise your belongings (& prevent recluttering!) this spring…
I’m sure you already know how handy upcycling is to help you save money & keep items out of landfill – but did you know it’s really beneficial for your mental health too? Here’s how to use your craft skills to revamp furniture & feel happier…
If you’re working remotely or have got kids studying at home, you might want to DIY a desk to make home-working easier. Or you can use it as a console table to tidy up the keys, cash & post that accumulate in your entryway. Grab an old drawer & let’s
In honour of Recycle Week, I’m sharing my tips for enjoying tech in a sustainable way & without the hefty price-tag. Plus, I’ve upcycled & personalised a refurbished phone so I hope you’ll try out this easy DIY decal project too…
Our living spaces seem to get smaller during the cooler months, don’t they? I think it’s because we’re indoors more & can’t use our gardens as much if the weather is bad. Here’s some ideas to make your living room more cosy & liveable for autumn…
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
If you fancy giving your outdated 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 how…
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…
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…
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
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…
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…
As a homeowner, you may be looking to do some improvements while you’re spending more time at home but lack the cash to dedicate to materials. The cost of a home renovation in 2020 averages at around £55 or $60 per square foot, according to findings by HomeAdvisor. Luckily, there
Our kitchen items should actually fit into the kitchen units we have available – not piled up, shoved in, & tumbling out every time you open a cupboard door! So here’s 5 steps to help you minimise your kitchenalia and organise those units…
With the start of a new decade fast approaching, maybe it’s time that we all started taking better care of ourselves. With this in mind, I’ve come up with 4 ways to take better care of yourself in 2020. Enjoy!
Have you ever had a room where you just don’t know how to lay out the furniture? One with an unusual L-shape, or alcoves, or windows on two or more walls? In most rooms you can just ‘feel’ where the furniture should go and, in many modern homes, you can
Another day, another DIY! This time, it’s a classy coffee table that doubles up as handy storage. And would it even be a Cassie Fairy DIY if it didn’t include pallets?? The rustic-yet-cool chevron effect top is all refinished pallet wood – making this a money-saving project too. Read on
If you’ve never bought from an auction house before it’s a fun, action-packed second-hand shopping experience that could save you ££s so here’s how to start buying at auctions without – & here’s the best bit – leaving the comfort of your own home…!
Interior design is an ever-changing industry with new trends emerging each year. I’ve summarised muchneeded.com’s recent analysis of interiors publications & online data, which outlines the top interiors trends 2019…
If you’re looking for an affordable kitchen update, you don’t need to completely rip everything out and start again. Today I’m sharing some easy ways that you can refresh your kitchen and follow the 2019 kitchen trends for less…
Home improvement doesn’t have to be as expensive as it’s made out to be, and today’s blog post offers a few different methods of creating some easy improvements on the cheap, without going overboard with the power tools…
You only have to open up the Pinterest home page to discover a multitude of ways to incorporate mid-century design into your home. It’s no longer about choosing a ’50s, ’60s or ’70s “theme” that you have to commit to, it’s about choosing sleek designs that fit into your 21st
All good bank holiday weekends should be spent DIYing, right? The project I had earmarked for the May bank holiday has been long overdue and I can’t believe it’s finally happened! Here’s how I DIYed a wall-to-wall desk for my home office…
From decorative foliage to exciting pops of colour the summer is all about bringing the light back into your home. Here’s how you can refresh your space using the 4 hottest interiors trends of the summer, and fall back in love with your home…
If you’ve been DIYing and gardening over the Easter holidays, you’re not alone; we too have made a lot of progress on our garden landscaping project over the past couple of weeks. Today’s blog post is all about how I upcycled a low-cost shed to make it look super-swish…
How to make your little one’s nursery future-proof with multi-purpose furniture and toys that’ll grow with them and give their nursery the wow factor…
