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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Brought to you by Manchester Collection. Quilt covers can come in a range of sizes, textures, colours and patterns. There are many considerations to think about to ensure you buy the right quilt cover for your bed. Here are 5 tips for buying the right quilt cover so you get…

There are many ways to jazz up your front entry. I’ve written about curb appeal, painting your front door a colour and painting ugly bricks. But an easy simple thing you can do right now is grab some pots and put them by your entry. They will instantly transform the…