Instagram is getting very competitive and a good looking feed really counts! I am no expert at this and I take pretty basic photos, but a fancy “preset” (or filter) over the top can really transform your feed. I can’t add a photo to Instagram without one now. They are…
Around here lately
There’s been some changes around here. Nothing to write about on my blog, but I am happy to share my new reno journey with you all! I have a few projects on the go. Crazy I know. One will be an Airbnb hopefully, the other is a flip house. So…
Paint your floorboards WHITE!
Yes! You heard me right! Floorboards painted white look amazing! They really lighten up a space and can make a room feel more spacious. White is far from boring. In fact, white makes a huge statement yet allows the colours and patterns in your other decor such as art, plants and cushions to…
Floor Plan Friday: Modern twist on a family home
Here’s a nice floor plan for a normal residential block. What I immediately liked is the multipurpose room. It’s an office and lounge area which has bi-fold windows opening on to the alfresco. I also really like the front verandah. You can see that below in the front elevation photo.…
How to easily remove wallpaper
So you are faced with this dilemma? The horrid wallpaper from the 70s? And you have no idea how to get it off?? I mean, you could just sheet straight over the top, but that’s expensive! Recently I was faced with this challenge…. A house FULL of wallpaper! I needed…
4 Home Maintenance Jobs To Complete In Winter
The Winter months provide the perfect time to start improving your home, especially if you’re planning on listing your home for sale during the busy Spring season. The combination of harsh winds, cold nights and rain can damage both your garden and the exterior of your home without some maintenance.…
Using dark grout
Choosing the right grout colour can make all the difference in your bathroom, so it’s worth taking the time to consider all the options if you’re designing a new bathroom. Using a light coloured grout, particularly in conjunction with white tiles, can produce a bright, clean look. This does seem…
How to paint your fences
I’m doing a quick reno on a house and the fences and a shed was in dire need of some lovin’. They are in good condition but were a mix of colours. So I decided to spray paint them. There was a lot of raised garden beds, logs and a…
Floor Plan Friday: Master suite at the rear
This plan is really good! If you like the idea of wide frontage with a wrap around verandah then this one is for you. The first thing I noticed were the high ceilings throughout the entire home with a huge raked area over the living/dining space. I was also taken…
The importance of editing your home
Today I want to share some ideas on why I think it’s important we edit our homes over and over… It’s a way to take stock of what you’re living with and it’s also a great asset to have – ie. the ability to cull and declutter. A lot of…
