Thrifty decorating tips from DIYDirect.com
Today I’ve teamed up with online DIY retailer DIYDirect.com to give you some advice when it comes to decorating – and in particular, how you can be as thrifty as possible in your project…
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Small scale home improvements to boost kerb appeal
It can be difficult to find a balance between spending time and money on improving and your home versus actually enjoying it! Here are a few small ways that you can renovate your home to boost its kerb appeal, while still taking pleasure in the process..
Read MoreHow to add colour & pattern to your floors (the easy way!)
What’s the quickest and easiest way to update your floors with a splash of colour or a sprinkling of fun pattern? Why, vinyl of course! Things have come a long way since those stick-backed vinyl tiles of your childhood and there are plenty more options in terms of design than ever before. So don’t dismiss this thrifty way of decorating your floors and read on to find out why I’m planning on using vinyl in my home…
Read MoreMy hallway renovation – Inspiration for a Scandi space
My home renovation is finally back on track and I’m about to start work on my hallway. In today’s blog post I’m gathering inspiration for a scandi space…
Read MoreHome security measures you can use when you’re on a budget
Want to feel reassured that your house is safe when you’re away from home? I certainly do – however, the costs of the installation, upkeep and monitoring of home security systems have, traditionally, not been particularly reasonable. So, what should you do? Simply saying, “it’ll never happen to me” isn’t enough! Here’s some low-cost tips […]
Read MoreHow to add pattern to your walls and floors – the thrifty way
If you want to add colour and pattern to your walls but want to get a completely unique finish, here’s a way to do it on a budget with stencils…
Read More4 Tips to keep your home renovation on track
If you’re planning a house renovation, being thrifty and creative are brilliant qualities to have when it comes to making changes to your home. Here’s some advice to keep your renovation moving along smoothly without too much drama…
Read MoreHow to make an upcycled bar cart for summer garden parties
If you’re planning to entertain in your garden this summer, why not upcycle an old trolley into a handy bar cart or BBQ caddy – here’s how I created my garden trolley…
Read More6 Plumbing problems to watch out for
Your home’s plumbing can stop functioning for any number of reasons – and many of which I’d never considered until I bought my first house! Here are a few things to watch out for to prevent bigger problems…
Read MoreGarden DIY: Upcycled pallet planter & patio privacy screen
When you’ve got a pile of pallets in your garden and a spare afternoon, what do you do? Why, make an upcycled patio planter and privacy screen, of course! Here’s how I did it…
Read MoreHow to print your own tropical fabric & re-upholster a conservatory chair
If you’ve got an old chair that you want to re-cover but just can’t find the fabric you want, how about printing your own? I’ve used iron-on transfers and added applique felt leaves to make my own unique tropical fabric design. Here’s how I did it…
Read MoreBank Holiday DIY: How to make your home more energy efficient on a budget
Happy bank holiday Monday everyone! Are you doing some DIY today?? Want to minimise your energy bills while still keeping your home warm and bright? Here are a few ways – including some smart tech ideas – that’ll help you to cut costs straight away and make living in your home easier than ever…
Read MoreSuper-easy changes you can make to lower your household bills
If you want to reduce the running costs of your home and enjoy lower gas and electricity bills, here are four ways to save money quickly and easily…
Read MoreGuest post: How much do home improvements add to the value of your house
Are you planning some home improvements? A new kitchen perhaps? Converting your loft? Adding a conservatory? Well, before you begin these huge DIY tasks, today’s post will give you an idea about how much value each project will add to your home…
Read MoreHow to make a DIY pallet bench for your garden
Ahh isn’t it nice when the sun shines? Don’t you just want to sit out in the garden and watch the world go by? Here are some ideas for making your own bench (using pallets – a big win for upcycling!) and finding lovely garden furniture if you’re on a budget…
Read MoreHow to recreate the dark flooring interior design trend on a budget
First it was dark walls, then it was dark kitchens and now the trend for all things dark has spread to flooring too. Here’s how to get the look in your own home if you’re on a budget…
Read MoreHow to DIY a copper pipe garment rack for your minimalist home
Today I’m sharing an impressive DIY project that transforms a pile of copper pipes into a freestanding wardrobe. It’s a thrifty, minimalist way to organise your clothes and would look great as a hallway stand too. Plus, I’ve got a copy of ‘A Well-Crafted Home‘ interiors project book by Janet Crowther to give away so […]
Read MoreDIY Patterned bathroom cabinet upcycle
If you want to add a splash of colour and burst of pattern to your bathroom, my upcycled bathroom cabinet project is so easy to make. You can coordinate the design with your existing tiles or create an eye-catching pattern to funk up a plain white suite…
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