
4 Natural homemade remedies to stop bugs coming into your home
If you want to throw open your windows and doors to let some spring freshness in, here are a few natural, low-cost and cruelty-free remedies
If you need inspiration for your making your house a home, but have a budget to stick to, you’ve come to the right place.
I too want to be as frugal as possible with the money I invest in my home. I’ve remodelled my own fixer-upper and have shared all the dos and don’ts along the way
Browse through my DIY posts and upcyling projects room-by-room to get advice on renovating your home, inspiration for revamping furniture, and discover thrifty ways to decorate on a budget…

If you want to throw open your windows and doors to let some spring freshness in, here are a few natural, low-cost and cruelty-free remedies

If you want to bring the outside in without any mess or fuss, artificial plants are one of the best accessories you can add to

When space is tight and you don’t have room for a dressing table in your bedroom, how about turning an alcove or cupboard into a

If you’ve got alcoves in your home, even the smallest space can be turned into a handy storage area. Here’s how I added shelves to

Here are some ideas to improve the kerb appeal of your home in order to increase your enjoyment of your new house, or to maximise the value when it comes to selling your property…

Ever fancied printing your own designs onto fabric? Well, that’s exactly what I did for my latest project in Reloved magazine (with a little help

Think you’re stuck with your old, dingy bathroom until you have thousands of pounds to spend on a full remodel? That doesn’t have to be

Remember when I shared a video on painting a mountain mural for a child’s bedroom? Well today is the finished ‘room tour’ with all the little bits and bobs that turned a spare room into baby’s haven…

This fun project will help you to customise your home office accessories in 5 easy steps… PLUS you can win a copy of Make Yourself

There have been some big changes in my kitchen this week and it’s made a huge difference to the feel of the room. Yes, I’ve

Wondering how to creatively decorate a rented apartment in a way that it looks fresh and stylish too? These tips will help you out…

When you’re running a business from home, what’s the most important room to get right? Why, the office of course! Here are some of the

Did you know that living in a cluttered home might be increasing your stress levels? De-clutter both your home and your mind by following some

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

The latest phase of my kitchen makeover is tackling the windows so read on to see my attempt at DIY blind installation and how I’ve

FANTASTIC NEWS! I’ve just found out that My Thrifty Life is one of the Top 30 DIY blogs in the UK and I really can’t

Trying to keep sane during a major home renovation can be tough! Staying organised is key to getting the work done on time and in budget. If you’re planning your own building project, read on to find out how…

I’ve been DIYing again this month and I’ve come up with a fun upcycling project to turn an old MDF shelving unit into a LEGO

Here’s how I refreshed my kitchen with just a few tins of spray paint and a sparkling new worktop…

Spring is fast approaching and if your garden seems to be lacking lustre now is the perfect time to get started on those outdoor projects

I love the architectural features of a period property, but it IS possible to put modern, minimalist features into a new-build home too. Read on

If you’re planning a house renovation, or simply want to add value to your home by redecorating a room with real wood flooring, it’s possible

Moving to a new location can be a hectic process if not planned well. To help make the experience more pleasant, here are 5 tips

Today I’m sharing my DIY project to turn an alcove cupboard into a fitted dressing table, read on to find out the inspiration behind this

How’s your January been? I’ve had a busy month so I thought I’d share some of my away-from-the-blog projects with you, including an article I

Advertisement feature in collaboration with EDF Energy. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. I learnt some important lessons in home maintenance and

Today, an increasing number of families rent their homes from private landlords or agencies, by choice, or because they are unable to save up the

I’m about to start work on my DIY kitchen makeover. I say ‘makeover’ rather than ‘fitting’ because we’re keeping the kitchen units in place and

Do you have to wait in line in the morning to take your shower or to go to the toilet? Most pre-1990 family homes are

If you’ve got a little one on the way and want to decorate their nursery in a creative and non-gender specific way, why not try