Sunday, October 6, 2024
Australiana tea towels are an iconic household item. They were most commonly bought from souvenir shops as a memorable token of an Australian holiday. But now, they are readily available from various retailers for everyday use. Everyday Use of Australian...
It’s my turn to host Christmas lunch this year and I’ve been looking for ways to decorate my Christmas Table on a Budget. I would usually go all out on decorating, but this year I will be working full time...
When visitors come over, I often get asked where my stylish fabric plant pouches are from.  They are displayed in our living room, dining room and under our alfresco area. I’m a big fan of pouches. Here's a few reasons why...
If your patio needs a bit of a refresh, these tips on how to style an outdoor living area will come in handy. An outdoor living area can extend the livable space in your home, while offering a change of...
Rainbow homewares are certainly a cheery way to add a bit of colour and quirk to your interiors. With many of us spending more time in our homes, sometimes a new pop of colour can make a dramatic change, for...
If you’re after budget friendly kids’ bed linen, I’m sharing my picks from online stores. We recently updated the girls quilt covers because frequent use and constant washing had faded the prints. The quilt covers also had rips from wear...
A pet hate of mine is when bathrooms don't have enough towel rails. Towel rails for family bathrooms should be a practical consideration because where do the towels go after each member of the family uses one? Where do guests...
The problem with many home update projects is they require spare cash to do them and right now for many people, cash is limited. But changing the inside of the house is as good as a holiday and since none...
Home decorating for Easter can be a full on affair or just a few simple eggs and bunnies added to your interior. I never got into Easter decorating until we had kids. But it's a tradition I get into it...
I’ve been on the hunt for Bright Australian Native Flower Artwork for our playroom. While I’ve settled on which artwork we’re using in the room, I thought I’d share my favourite prints with you. I love the bright colours our Australian...
Lack of bathroom storage is often a pain point in the family home. While we love the look of a wall hung vanity, it does compromise on storage. Lack of storage can cause products to overflow on top of the vanity...
Kitchen styling is something I admire, but am not always good at upkeeping. At present, our kitchen plants have been thriving, but one succulent has thrived a little too much and we’re thinking of putting this in the front...
This tween girl bedroom update is a project we tackled last year in October, but I just haven’t had time to share it on the blog. Like most parents around the country, I often get frustrated with the state of...
I turned my work-at-home desk into a gingerbread house and I CAN NOT wait to work there tonight for my first shift of the week. As you know, I have a part-time job working from home as a customer service...
We’ve gone against tradition and have had our Christmas Tree up for over week now. And I have no regrets putting our Christmas Tree up in November. With the way the years, months and days seem to fly by, I...
I love my planter pouches around the house. They add colour and pattern to the interior of my home. They also make it easy to use with plants - just stick the potted plant in, unlike ceramic pots where you...
If you had the choice between a Louis Vuitton Handbag and a $30 look alike from the markets, which would you choose? For me, I’d buy the legit design than a knock off. Or I’d save until I could...
Getting your outdoor area ready for summer is probably on your to-do list of household chores now that the weather is warmer. Often, the area can accumulate with leaf debris and dirt and sometimes it just needs a good clean...
If you’re after some affordable ways to update your home for spring without heading to the shops to buy all new décor, this post is for you. Sometimes when the weather changes I get a bit antsy and initiate a...
Do you love an Australian Native Flower Arrangement? I do. My appreciation and love for Australian native flowers has been inspired from creating craft posts for May Gibbs. I love having a bouquet of flowers in the home, and usually...
Styling to sell is a skill best left to the professionals. Check out this before and after transformation of a home staged property by Stagency, which sold at auction. My parents recently sold their house at auction, which set a...
This post has been written in collaboration with MyPicture.com.au The interior of your home should be a reflection of what you love. I’m a big believer in having memories out on display to personalise your home interior and make it...