They say first impressions count, so I wanted to bring an element of fun to the first impression for any of my house guests. Even though there are so many out there to buy, I had trouble finding a door mat that I liked so thought I’d have a go at making my own with … More Painted door mat how-to
For those of you who know me, you’ll know I’m not the biggest fan of fancy dress. The mere mention of it sends me into a panic and I usually end up ‘washing my hair’. For the past two years however I’ve had to embrace it for the sake of the kids. Two years ago I was helping … More Duck Tape Skeleton DIY
Here’s a really quick revamp for a bathroom bin of all things! Once you’ve spent all your budget on fixtures and fittings there is often little left for accessories and the little details that can really bring a scheme together. Changing accessories can be expensive too so have a look at your existing things and … More Quick spray paint revamp
With interest rates at a new low, it’s a great time to get on the property ladder. There are some fantastic deals to be had for first-time buyers that don’t require a huge deposit. The higher the deposit you have saved up, the lower the interest rate will be so it pays to put as … More Thrifty tips for First-time Buyers
Originally posted on My Terrace: My Castle:
Before (right) and After (left). Breakfasting kitchens became popular in the UK in larger houses, often for the house staff to prepare food. When we bought our terrace it had a dining room next to a ‘breakfast room’ that led onto a small kitchen. The breakfast kitchen had…
I’m always harping on about finding inspiration and materials everywhere, well on the school run every day I walk past a greengrocer, a butcher and a baker, unfortunately no candlestick maker though. I’d been coveting the greengrocers display boxes for a while and after deciding that shy bairns get nowt I asked if I could … More Upcycled vegetable crate table
I don’t know about everyone else, but whenever we go to the park my son insists on collecting twigs, sticks and occasionally whole tree branches. He, of course, needs these so badly we have to load them into the boot and find a home for them. They become wands, light sabres, walking sticks and the … More Virtually free, upcycled picture hanging
So… this is my first little YouTube How to video! Enjoy and be kind. I show you how to get a shabby chic finish on an out-of-date table. You will need: Rust-oleum Chalky Funish furniture paint – I used chalk white, you can get the full range from Homebase in the UK. Rust-oleum clear furniture … More How to paint shabby chic with Rust-oleum
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