HOME DIY
Saving money with LED lighting
After much research for my own home renovation project, I’ve discovered that LED lighting is becoming more and more popular these days. Not only are
After much research for my own home renovation project, I’ve discovered that LED lighting is becoming more and more popular these days. Not only are
Getting married should be the most exciting time of your life, but if you’re living on a fixed income or a strict budget, weddings can
As you can probably tell from my past few DIY blog posts, flooring at been at the forefront of my mind. Firstly, I picked out
The right curtains can immediately improve a room’s comfort and aesthetics. But did you know that it’s possible to hang curtains incorrectly? It may seem unlikely,
I’m just about to start planning my office (did you catch my blog post on the ergonomics of working from home?) so I’ve been doing
You know when you have an idea of your perfect home in your mind – go on, picture yours now… You’d hope to one day
One of the things that I’m trying to achieve in my home is a feeling of brightness and airiness. I’ve been painting dark walls in
Buying a kitchen second-hand may seem unheard of, but it can be a great way to update your home on a budget. So many people
I love the idea of a minimalist lifestyle. I guess that’s because I’ve got so much clutter in my life! Dreaming of open spaces and
If somebody asked you what your dream bedroom would look like, what would you say? What kind of vision do you have? I know exactly
I’ve recently laid laminate flooring in two rooms of my home and I can honestly say that it was a really easy process. I thought
I’m SO excited to tell you the wonderful news that my thrifty little lifestyle blog has just been announced as the winner of the Best
Hurrah! We finally have some new bedding for our new bedroom. After weeks spent stripping off wallpaper, days painting layers and layers of while emulsion
There’s a lovely big window in our living room. It lets in so much natural daylight and offers a lovely view over the garden. In fact,
Many people think that they have to spend thousands of pounds on changes to their home to make a huge impact, but it can be
There’s one thing that people tend to overlook when they’re remodelling their home but it’s also one of the most important pieces of kit in
When I started decorating my bedroom, I knew I wanted to create a tranquil space. I’ve always dreamed of an entirely white room – even when I was a
We all strive for more space in our homes (just so we can buy even more stuff to fill it!) and it can be an
Have you ever taken a photo and thought to yourself, ”I wish I could print this out lifesize”? That’s exactly what I thought when my
Stripping wallpaper is a skill I’ve recently developed. Woodchip wallpaper in particular. It’s a difficult paper to shift and, unfortunately, it seems to be plastered
The difficulty with moving house is finding space for all your existing furniture. It’s likely that your rooms will be a different size and shape from your previous home and that may affect what pieces you can and can’t bring with you to the new location.
Starting the new year with the intention of keeping my home clean and organised has been very motivating goal for 2017 so far. A jolly
I’ve made my first ever neon sign. It’s going to take pride of place in my office in a few months time but I couldn’t
Do you look with envy at the interior of other people’s homes and think why isn’t mine like that? Style is a question of confidence
One of the things that worries me most about renovating a home is the plumbing. Even though we’ve fitted a DIY ‘beach hut’ style bathroom in the
Hoo-gah. Honestly, that’s how you pronounce it. Lagom is slightly a tougher one… lar-gohm. If you’re already over hygge, then maybe lagom is for you.
It’s the first fresh sunny day of the year today and, even though there’s frost on the ground, my thoughts have already turned to spring
With a new home on the horizon I have, of course, been doing extensive decor research on Pinterest. Yes, research. Honest. Okay, I’ve been pinning
The New Year is a great time to think about freshening up our homes with new indoor furniture, updated colour schemes and a few of
Christmas is here again, bringing with it the dark nights, frosty mornings and frozen noses. Have you already decorated your home for Christmas? I bet
With Christmas fast approaching, my latest DIY project is a rather festive one indeed. Yes, I’ve got my trusty glue gun out again and I’ve been
This month I’ve been busier than an elf in Santas workshop – yes, I’ve been DIYing lots of festive projects ready to share with you
Today’s blog post is all about bringing a touch of festive cheer to your home this December. Hanging Christmas quotes and pretty festive scenes on your
Taking on a home DIY project tends to sound like a lot of fun. There’s certainly a level of satisfaction that you can gain by
There are lots of reasons why you might need to work from home, but whatever the reason, you will need a functional workspace. It is
It’s that time of year again. The clocks have gone back an hour to remind us that winter is almost here and Christmas is very
Today’s blog is a quick and easy decor update that can make your home feel really autumnal in a matter of minutes. And you don’t need
So now that bonfire night has exploded all around the country last weekend, I think I can safely move on to Christmas. That’s the rule,
I don’t know why, but autumn always makes me want to start nesting. My thoughts turn to cosy farmhouses and blazing fireplaces in country homes.
Is it your first time designing a full-on renovation for your bathroom? It’s easy to get bewildered by the many design combinations that you can
Today marks the release of a fantastic book for all you plant lovers out there. House of Plants by Caro Langton & Rose Ray has
For the past couple of years I’ve been using pumpkins to decorate my home during the autumn BUT I haven’t actually carved a pumpkin
Refitting or redesigning your bathroom can be quite an exciting process and is something that can add a great deal of value to your property.
Need some low cost decorations for your Halloween party? Look no further! You can make this flying bats garland in a matter of minutes and
Today’s blog post is rather photo-heavy, but I wanted to share some snaps I took while touring Norman Foster’s famous Willis Building. My husband and
You can’t open an interiors magazine or browse through Houzz without being bombarded with beautiful images of touchable textures, and I’m not just talking about soft
After a long summer of days out and time spent outdoors, each September I tend to turn my attention back indoors and start looking at
Have you noticed just how popular wood flooring is again? Just browse interior design trends on Pinterest and you’ll find all the evidence you need.
When your pal is expecting her baby it’s a joyous occasion that she’ll want to celebrate with all her friends and family. So here are some ideas to help you to organise a baby shower, from the location and decor to the gifts…
Today I’m pleased to be sharing a sneaky peek inside the home of top interiors blogger Anna from Don’t Cramp My Style. Her award-winning blog is
If you’re planning a new kitchen – or simply want to renovate your old units with some snazzy new updates – this is the blog
Do you want to give a note of freshness to your home but you don’t have the necessary budget? Don’t worry! With a bit of
With more sunny days than not in recent weeks, my thoughts have turned to summer holidays. While I’m not actually planning to jet off anywhere luxurious
I’ve spotted a new trend in interior design for Summer 2016 and it’s one that really pleases me; bright bold colour. We all have a
After my visit to Grand Designs Live last weekend, I’ve been spending time researching the new interior trends, building materials and home design ideas that
It’s finally arrived! After months of waiting for the latest interior design book by Will Taylor to hit the shelves (and putting my name down for
Does your living room look exactly the same from one year to the next? Or could you tell what year a photo was taken just
We could all do with a bit more room, couldn’t we? I know I personally need much more room – or perhaps far fewer things! Okay,
Sometimes decorating a home can seem like such a large project, and with a worryingly large budget required too! But there are so many ways you
A luxury kitchen equals expensive, right? And there’s no way that you’re going to spend all your hard-earned cash on a kitchen when you’ve got
If you’re like me, anything and everything that has to do with decoration is fascinating regardless of the price (a girl can dream, right?). As
Even though we all like our homes to reflect a little of our own style and personality, it can be difficult to make your house
Want to inject a bit of colour into your room but don’t want to commit to a complete wall-to-wall makeover? Can I suggest painting the
When it comes to bathroom planning, which is best? It’s a home-owners’ dilemma and one that I want to get to the bottom of today.
Classic interior trends have longevity because they embrace the basic form and function needed in a home, whereas some modern interior design trends tend to fade away as they reflect a current mood in society. Here are some trends that will stand the test of time…
Just look at that blue sky out there today. Easter definitely brought a new optimism for the coming seasons with it this year. What started
Whenever I get that spring cleaning feeling, it always turns into a bigger job than I imagined. What starts out as a wipe-down-the-skirting-boards and dust-the-curtain-rail
It may be wet and snowing outside this morning but no amount of bad weather can dampen my mood. And that’s because I’ve been enjoying
While daydreaming about my future home, I come up with all kinds of ideas in my head. They’re mostly about nifty storage solutions (I have a
Since being glued to The Great Interior Design Challenge each evening on BBC2, I’ve become much more interested in seeking out interior design inspiration online.