It is not infrequent that I enter a home that is overtly feminine. This is of course A ok if it is the residence of a single adult, or a couple that both prefer for that style. However, if this is not the case, one partner may be left feeling unrepresented by a magenta and [...]
Well, as you know from my last entry, we are dealing with a mini expansion to our home. For over a year we have gone back and forth over whether or not to put a roof over our veranda area, or go for the full change and enclose it completely with walls and the whole [...]
12Sep11
Bed Storage
Sometimes it seems a girl never has enough space. We move into a house which we think is perfect, with its built in wardrobes, shelves and lots of cupboards. Space galore we think, as we step in to our new home for the first time. Then we start moving in and well, there is enough [...]
If you are planning to do any painting in your home yourself, then follow these tips to keep things in perfect order. By properly preparing the walls, or object to be painted you are dramatically increasing your chances of getting a smooth finish. In addition, going through steps prior to starting your painting project you [...]
Let’s face facts; a bed is almost always the focal point in a bedroom. So, by placing an attractive one in your bedroom you substantially increase the chances of creating a wonderful space. As is the truth behind the opposite situation, a nondescript, shabby looking one can bring the whole design crumbling down. So, when [...]
The poinsettia is a wonderful traditional holiday flower. However, they often come in bulky pots, and remain in them until the season is over and done. This year I plan to do much much more with those lovely blossoms throughout my home by cutting them into individual sections. They are absolutely stunning solo, and I [...]
To inject that Autumn feel into your home decorate your staircase with bunches of dried natural elements. Grasses and wheat can be found at local flower shops and work well, as does lavender. Or of course if you are blessed with an abundance of anything similar on your own property make use of it. However, [...]
In our household there has been an ongoing battle regarding office workspace. You see this all stems from the fact that we have plans to build an extension on to our home within the next twelve months. But, until then my husband is determined to do his office work wherever he finds space. This means [...]
Balance is all important in home design. Thus, when you are decorating yours remember to do a variety of both cold and warm features. For example, should you select cement for a counter top, the table base would be a wonderful complement to it in maple. Or, maybe you see yourself as more of a [...]
Creating a spa like environment in a home bathroom is the aspiration of many. If you are starting with a blank canvas, this is more than readily achievable. However, this is not the most common scenario. As such, the best advice for achieving the comfort and decorum of a five star spa in an otherwise [...]