Hi there! Thanks for visiting me today… I found this floor plan via Pinterest, but then tracked it down to a display home which sold a few years ago. I quite like the plan. It’s a great 4 bedroom family home with a study, activity room, scullery and an awesome alfresco…
Home trends from the 1980’s set to return
Oh the 80’s. Not a decade you remember for stylish interiors is it? Fresh from the neon, pattern clash of the 70’s, the 80’s gave us very little in home decor that is worth a re-run. Or did it? Here are a few trends that are making a comeback with…
5 Feng Shui techniques for a less stressful home
Feng shui literally means connecting people to their environment where we can live in harmony with our surroundings. It means WIND and WATER and is the ancient Chinese art of placement. Water and wind (breath) flows through everything. This flow of energy is called ch’i. Ch’i brings all living things…
Bathrooms that don’t use white tiles
If you’re doing a reno, or building a new house and want to create a bathroom that doesn’t feature white tiles then here are a few ideas for you… I’ve written a Bathroom Reno Checklist and Tips On How To Add Value To Bathrooms you might also like. …
DIY Fabric Softener
DIY fabric softener – No artificial stuff in this one! This will take you about 2 mins to make. • 1 cup salt • 1 cup hot water • 3 cups white vinegar • 20 drops essential oil (I used Lavender) Mix all together until the salt dissolves. That’s it! Ready…
3 Houseplants to Help you Sleep Better
Everyone deserves a good night’s sleep. However, we know that most nights, waking up rested and recharged feels like a pipe dream. Luckily, there are houseplants that can bring more humidity, higher oxygen levels, and even filter out pollutants in your bedroom. Here are the best plants to harness the…
8 Simple Ways to Use Essential Oils in Your Home
You can overlook the many uses of essential oils in the home. The most common uses for essential oils are creating pleasant smells, used for beauty or for general health and wellbeing. But there are plenty of uses for essential oils in the home, which you may not have discovered.…
Meal planning changed my life + what I spend on food each week
Truly… meal planning has changed my life. I know I am late to the party because so many of you already do this, but if you don’t then today hopefully I’ll inspire you to get cracking on that task! I always found meal times tedious, stressful and I actually HATE…
Indoor plants for beginners
Hi there! A few days ago I collated a blog post on ways you can use plants to decorate your home. Today I thought I’d share an image I put together on some indoor plants for beginners. These would be my favourite plants and I have a few myself. The…
How To Paint Tiles: A DIY Guide
We all have that tiled surface in our home that we keep wishing we could change so bad. There are stains and marks on it that have gathered over the years making a terrible eyesore at this point. The good news is that you don’t have to replace the entire…
Seven Simple Tips for Decorating your Rented Space
Today, people are renting more than ever before. Renting a place has a lot of benefits; great urban locations, a landlord to fix plumbing issues, etc. One of the downsides however to renting a space is that when it comes to design, you get what you get. It can be…
Beginner-Friendly Plant and How Not to Kill It
So you’re looking to expand your green space, but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place! While every houseplant is different and may have varying needs, some care tips are common across the board. Do not overwater. Let excess water drain out of the pot. Fertiliser…
My clothes were never pure white and fresh smelling after washing. Then I did this!
There are lots of tricks you can do to keep your whites WHITE. I wrote about how to wash your sheets here. Here’s a strip wash recipe I found which works! The build up of laundry detergent, chemicals or improper washing techniques can leave clothes, towels, sheets, pillowcases and quilts needing…
5 places not to hang a mirror
Mirrors move energy around your home in lots of different ways. And if you’re a fan of Feng Shui (or even just energy!), then you’ll want to know where you shouldn’t be placing a mirror. 1. In the bedroom A mirror across from the bed can bring a third party…
Floor Plan Friday: Split Level
Here’s an impressive split level floor plan you might like. Click over to the original source to see it as a display home with lots of photos. The kids’ wing steps down to its own space. I would add a rumpus down there too! Find the original source here. And…
