I can’t justify spending ridiculous amounts of money on large timber handles in the kitchen. But I really wanted them! SO I thought long and hard about how I could make them myself and this is what I came up with… They are so easy and have a huge impact.…
The ensuite reno has started + moodboard
Here we go again! Another bathroom renovation has started. This one is tiny! It’s 900 x 2800. So you can’t move in there! It had a lot of water damage (I knew this when I bought the house). So now that’s it stripped back I can see where the damage…
I’ve got news!
I’m going to be a Grandma. I know?! What the? Yep, my big boy and his partner are having a bubba. What a joy and a blessing. We’re all so excited. Due early March 2023. Life is a wild ride. I certainly didn’t think I’d be a Grandma at 45,…
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…
20 DIY Ways to Cut Costs in a Reno
Renovating a house doesn’t have to be left to the pros. Of course anything licensed like electrical, plumbing, gas and waterproofing, must be done by those licensed trades. But you’d be surprised how many ways you can cut costs to your renovation by doing it yourself. Here are just some…
DIY you can do
Demolition One of the best parts of renovating but also the messiest is the demolition. It’s the fun part that enables you to take out all your stress for the day by smashing some tiles or ripping up carpet. There is no reason as to why you can’t complete 90%…
Bedroom before + after
Look at this teeny tiny bedroom! My son is 16 and stays here when he comes to be with me. It’s not the typical TEEN room I know, but I’m also getting it ready to Airbnb so it’s a bit of a mixed style. Ha! He loves it though. He…
How to Airbnb: the eBook
It’s here! You’ve got a property or a room you’d like to make some money from? Where do you even start? Recently I renovated a little house in Wagga Wagga, NSW. I couldn’t decide whether I should flip it and sell it fast, put tenants in it, or give Airbnb…
The formula to choosing the right sized artwork
Just a quick tip today! Ever walked into a room and thought ‘Wow, this space looks amazing”, or flipped through a home magazine and a particular image stops you and take a moment to study it before you flip on thinking “There is no way I can do that…”?? Well…
Are you using PRESETS for your social media photos?
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…
Use Clove Essential Oil to kill mould
My friend (who is much more knowledgeable about oils) told me to use CLOVE essential oil as a mould cleaner. She said it was a powerhouse and there was a science behind it. We all need a bit of proof and science hey?? There’s this measuring thingy called the ORAC…
Hanging plants to bring nature into your home
A hanging plant can fill a corner in an instant. Take your house plants up off the ground and on to the walls, hanging from ceilings, put on shelves or even in a plant stand. Below are 10 hanging plants you could add to your home. Most of them are…