Brought to you by Manchester Collection. There are plenty of do’s and don’ts when hitting the sack to get a good night’s sleep. Sleeping on a silk pillowcase is very much a do, yet not many people realise the benefits of laying their head on this smooth surface. If you’re not…
Ways to hide your tv cords
Hiding tv cords can be a real pain in the backside. It’s not easy to do if you have brick walls, or are renting. But if you use your imagination you can successfully hide those unsightly tv cords. My preference would always be to access the wall cavity. Thread the…
Floor Plan Friday: Front porch, pool, enook
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by today. Here’s a floor plan you might like. This one has a prominent front with a porch which can be utilised as an additional outdoor area. The dining and living is free-form – so flows from front to back of the home. Not everyone…
Where to Buy Deep Pocket Sheets for Your Deep Mattress
Brought to you by Manchester Collection. Making your bed should not be a difficult experience, but it can be frustrating if you haven’t purchased the right linens. The fitted sheet should encase the mattress firmly to create a smooth, crease-free surface to sleep on. It also shouldn’t unravel off the bed…
Find the perfect cushion in plenty of shapes, sizes, feels and colours at Hommey.
I gave a couple of rooms a fresh makeover with some new cushions from Hommey. Oh these are gorgeous! If you’re after some block colours in a variety of sizes I urge you to check them out. A bit about Hommey – We’re a Melbourne lockdown born business inspired to…
Tips on decorating a small house
If you live in a small space and can’t quite work out how to make it all come together, without being overcrowded or cramped, then today I have a few tips which might help you decorate a small house using furniture and clever storage… [source] Separate Try hard to separate…
6 bad Feng Shui elements
Broken things Get out the super glue, find the Allen key, repair that leaking tap, change the light bulb… You don’t want to unnecessarily attract broken or damaged energy, so make sure you keep on top of home maintenance. When you ignore broken things you’re not attracting abundance. When you…
What about a coloured fridge?
The coloured fridge is tickling my fancy these days! I know they have been around for a while, and yes SMEG does seem to do the majority of them, but aren’t they just so cute?? I would LOVE one! I like the mint, but then I am also partial to…
5 tips if you’re renovating for profit
Some people renovate to sell, others renovate to improve their current home. The rewards are usually 2 things – money or satisfaction (or a mix of both!). Renovating a home can be a very stressful experience and it can be messy and painful if you aren’t sure where to start. Here’s 5 tips…
Have you got the right protectors for your bed?
Brought to you by Manchester Collection. Choosing a mattress and pillow is a big investment, so it makes sense to protect them to extend their lifetime. A mattress protector and pillow protector are the basic shields to guard against dust mites, stains, allergens and bodily fluids. They should be the…
How to Bring a Hotel Escape to the Home Bedroom with Luxury Sheets
Brought to you by Manchester Collection. A hotel escape can be an exciting experience when you jump into a freshly made bed with luxurious sheets. But why wait for a trip away when you can create the same indulgence at home? It’s a heck of a lot cheaper and can…
Use Castile Soap to clean everything in your home
Why is Castile soap different from other types of store-bought liquid? It’s vegan with no animal oils and fats or artificial detergents. Castile soap is extra concentrated — meaning you only have to use a little bit each time you clean, and each bottle should last you a while. Castile soap naturally possesses antibacterial…
8 indoor plants for positive energy
Spending time in nature has been linked to reducing stress levels and tension, so it seems a no-brainer that indoor plants will help do the same. Plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen. So whilst we are sleeping, indoor plants are refreshing the air. Enrich your surrounding with potted plants. Not…
Bi-fold Kitchen Windows
If you’re building a new house or starting a renovation why not think about incorporating a bi-fold window in to your kitchen? It makes such a statement and really integrates that outdoor/indoor living. Maybe you don’t have space for big sliding doors, but can use a window space? This would…
How to pot an artificial plant
Hi there! Today’s post is not ground-breaking or riveting stuff, but I wanted to show you a little trick. You know when you buy an artificial plant and it comes in those skinny teeny tiny black pots? And they just look ridiculous swimming inside a pot or basket? Well, you…
