TRICKS FOR LOW CEILINGS (disclosure) A question I am often asked is how to style a house with low ceilings. People are put off by the look of a low ceiling, but there are clever tricks you can use to make it appear higher. Historically ceilings in homes prior to the 1950s were often 3…
Inspiration
My love affair with South Carolina
I have just returned from a quick trip to USA where I spent a few days in a small coastal town in South Carolina. I really fell in love with the area, especially the 300 acre Myrtle Beach State Park which opens onto a far-reaching stretch of unspoiled Grand Strand coastline. The park was the…
Inspiration
When is a chair not a chair?
When is a chair not a chair? When it’s a piece of art, a bedside table, a comfy retreat, a fashion statement or adds a touch of glam! My favourite home décor object right now is the humble chair. I can dress it up with a fancy new cushion. I can make it more comfy with…
Inspiration
Mirror, Mirror on the wall….
image: Home Design Ideas Never undervalue the use of mirrors in your home. Not only for bathrooms and hallways; they bring light, style and functionality to any room. They are not expensive as a décor feature, and come in so many variations. They can be very elegant and stylish, or quirky and modern, small or large, ornate or…
DIY
Great Timber-look Floors
New Flooring for 2019 – It doesn’t have to cost a fortune! Sometimes you just don’t have the money to spend on new timber floors and installation. If this applies to you, then take a look at the wonderful range of Gerflor Senso and other brands vinyl flooring at Bunnings. Lightweight and self-adhesive, they are ideal for small…
Inspiration
Happy New Year 2019
Happy New Year! Hope you have a great start to the year. 2019 promises to be a busy renovating year, so I like to start with planning my strategies to get through everything I want to do throughout the year. I aim to get better organised so that I can focus on renovation projects, as well as reach…
Trends
Jungle Jamming into 2019
Fashion trends and colours for the new year are leaning towards more natural fibres and colours and the Jungle look is on trend – earthy colours of dark and light greens, browns, spicy reds and tan, stone and clay earth pigments, such as umber, ochre, and sienna.Think jungle or safari African. Farewell Shabby Chic and hello Earthy Jungle! Designers…
Xmas
A Very Mary Christmas!
photo: Oliver Perrott Take a look at this Mary Poppins-inspired Christmas decorated home in UK. This Year’s Christmas Decorating Trend Takes Inspiration From Mary Poppins
Trends
2019 Paint Colours of the Year
I know I always talk about white, white, and more white….but sometimes you’ve gotta put aside the neutrals and add a little colour into your life! Dulux,Taubman and Pantone and Sherwin-Williams have all released their 2019 ‘colours of the year’ and they are all different. The new year will be here before you know it. Think about how…
Xmas
Making Home Made Snow
Making home-made snow the easy way As promised here is my video on how to make artificial snow at home in three easy steps. There are only two ingredients; Bi-carb (Baking Powder) and hair conditioner. Mix together and spread out. Simple, cheap and elegant way to create a festive scene or display. My friend recently…