Life & Design Blog Australia
It’s time for South Australia’s Lisa and Andy to hand over the keys to their self-described ‘1970’s nightmare’. I thought this was a pretty good reveal! They even manged some herringbone floors. I loved the main bathroom and the kitchen was cute, but did not like all the fake greenery in the bedrooms. What is […]
I would normally whinge about the cold when I see a property for sale in Tasmania, but I would do it for this one! What an absolute stunner. Light, space and warm timber finishes have transformed this life style family home into something truly unique. – Agent. This home is currently on the market and […]
The first challenge has just been completed on House Rules 2019. It was a mega warehouse transformation of the first floor. The 6 couples got straight to it. The sisters Mikeala and Eliza took out the win (they aren’t sure what that means yet), but they head in to the first house reno (Pete and […]
I’ve been slowly collecting a new ‘range’ of cleaning and body products in my home. This has taken a good few months to get all of these goodies. If you decide to start making all your own cleaning, room sprays, body balms, magnesium sprays, washing products… then this takes time to collect. Don’t feel like […]
Brought to you by Godfreys. Recently I had the chance to review the Deebot Ozmo 900 Robot. I was so excited because this little gadget has an integrated vacuum and mop cleaning system. It vacuums AND mops AT THE SAME TIME. I know, I’m yelling, but how clever does that sound?? I was so keen to […]
The kitchen can be one of the most expensive and time consuming areas in the home to renovate. But if you are thinking about starting one, or are right in the middle of creating your dream kitchen these these tips might help you on your way. How to get the look you want for less […]
The rubber plant has won my heart. It’s becoming my favourite indoor plant. It’s better than the fiddle leaf if you ask me! Big call I know, but look at those leaves! They are thicker, more defined in shape and the colour is stunning. The leaves don’t droop or become tattered like a fiddle leaf […]
In the laundry we usually need a general washing powder/liquid, a soaker, a fabric softener and then a stain remover spray. Here’s a DIY low-tox stain remover spray you can make which works! How to make a stain remover spray 1/2 cup boiling water 2 cups normal water 150ml white vinegar 30ml dishwashing liquid (I […]
I don’t write about my kids much these days because their stories aren’t for me to tell anymore. They don’t want me to take photos and splash them around on the internet. Hence a love heart photo 😉 I totally get it though. But it doesn’t mean it’s because they are quiet, and we haven’t […]
What do you think about this floor plan today?? It’s a little bit different, so I wasn’t too sure about it. The plan is from a display home which you can see here. It does seem to be very popular though. I like the high ceilings, the master bedroom layout and all the glass across […]
The rubber plant has won my heart. It’s becoming my favourite indoor plant. It’s better than the fiddle leaf if you ask me! Big call I know, but look at those leaves! They are thicker, more defined in shape and the colour is stunning. The leaves don’t droop or become tattered like a fiddle leaf […]
If you’re like me and NEVER know what to put on your dining table then today I grabbed a few ideas (and some of my past dining table vignettes at home) to help you. I always struggle because everything either looks too small, or is too big, or there are too many things, or do […]
There’s no need to struggle with a stuffy nose and congestion this winter when you make your own natural vapour rub. Free of toxins too! Until recently I used store bought vapour rubs like everyone else, until I started reading about what was in those jars/sticks. I don’t know why I let my kids use […]
How good is a before and after? Check out this stunning renovation! This home had some serious work done and I couldn’t believe my eyes. Expansive open plan living and dining with timber floors and a study nook opens onto a north facing courtyard with alfresco dining space and a backyard with landscaped garden, incorporating […]
Admittedly I was a little skeptical about the basket wall craze. It’s a bit like plates on the wall… an odd thing to do. Baskets, to me, are used for pots or items on a table. Then to see them stuck on walls raised an eyebrow. BUT I will say I’m warming to them! I […]
I’ve written about using clove oil to kill mould before when I cleaned the rubber seal in my washing machine. There is some science in that blog post. You could use bleach (which I would have normally used), but I did learn it is only making the mould “white” for a period of time. The […]
I think a lot of you will like this floor plan today. It has some good features. I instantly liked the verandah around the front master bedroom with french doors. Then I loved the raised ceiling throughout the main living areas. I think the ensuite and WIR is far too big, so I’d definitely scale […]
Bathrooms are tricky places to grow plants. Only because there is often low light, a lot of warmth and moisture. Not all indoor plants love these environments. Tropical plants are probably best suited. Today I have 6 indoor plants that would love to live in your bathroom. They are pretty hardy and fool proof. Although don’t […]
I was listening to a podcast last week called The Art of Decluttering which gave me a bit of a boost with cleaning out my kitchen and pantry. I am a pretty organised person generally, but when I get busy of course everything gets a little crazy. My husband does a lot of the cooking so […]
