When we decorate our homes, many of us probably have a tendency to focus on the main living areas, such as the lounge, kitchen, and bedrooms. As a result, other parts of the home, which tend to be viewed as purely functional – such as the stairs – can sometimes be overlooked. But the truth is that a … Read more
Preparing for a conservatory extension is a demanding task. There are many wonders to be discovered through adding a conservatory onto your property, from being able to enjoy the garden all day long in every season to a light, airy relaxation centre. Whatever the purpose, be it as a workout room or a recreation zone, there will be … Read more
The living room is designed to be a space where the family can gather, where you can relax with friends, and where you can all live together in the same space. However, if it feels like you don’t really have a whole of space in there, it can start to feel pretty claustrophobic. Here, we’re … Read more
There’s nothing more relaxing than a cozy night at home, so take a load off and melt the stress away with this list of comfy essentials. These peaceful, nurturing ideas will do wonders for your mind and body. Each item and activity replenishes your energy and indulges your senses. Bonus: You can do everything from … Read more
Image source: Unsplash Our outdoor living spaces are more important than ever. But maintaining your yard is a constant battle, tackling brown spots, continuous watering, mowing, and fighting the ever-present weeds. Looking after your lawn might seem like a thankless task, but a beautifully landscaped yard can significantly reduce stress and improve mental well-being. Read … Read more
Moving is a highly stressful situation for everyone involved. There are rooms filled with items to pack and thousands of little things you try to not forget. An interesting thing is that many people tend to leave the same thing behind without realizing it. If you want to avoid some of those common mistakes and … Read more
A review of the Flexispot Back support home office chair. Packed full of adjustable features and the ideal solution for eradicating back pain which stems from working in a home office environment. Working from home Working from home has become a new normal for many of us, which means that living spaces have had to … Read more
I thought I would collate some of my tips and hints on how to earn extra income. Making your social media channels and your blog work for you, exploring investing in bitcoin to earn a passive income and some more of life’s little lacks. You too can enjoy more free time and earn a little … Read more
Looking to buy a new duvet? It’s an important investment, and all this talk about togs can be confusing. If you want to ensure you get the best night’s sleep possible, a good duvet is key (along with the right mattress and best pillow for you). To further improve your sleep this winter, you could … Read more
I have already published my Valentine’s Day gift guide which is full of unusual fun gift ideas for your loved ones, however I felt that this tennis bracelet from CARAT deserved its own full page feature, purely because from the moment I opened it I fell in love with it. This beautiful bracelet is sterling … Read more
These days, many homeowners and commercial business owners seem to be interested in investing in artificial grasses. There are a whole lot of manufacturers offering different types of artificial turf products. But how to choose the best type? Grass Direct says that several factors are to be taken into consideration during the selection process. Doing … Read more
I was delighted to be offered the opportunity to receive a FlexiSpot E7 Standing desk for review after committing to working from home and realising that I needed to make some more adjustments for my own physical well being. It’s so easy to curl up with the iPad on the sofa but it really is having an … Read more
Making sure your little one’s bedroom is their place of sanctuary is so important. After all, it is the only room in the home that is ALL theirs! It’s a great place to start learning the importance of keeping their things nice and tidy. It’s got to be the ultimate play area where they can … Read more
I’ve been studying full-time now for over a month and I have to say that the change of pace in my life is dramatic. I’m currently trying to balance running my household, with school runs, laundry and meals to prepare, alongside attending lectures and wanting to read as much as possible about my subject. One … Read more
I’m writing this on Sunday evening, tomorrow is my actual course introduction so I’m not an expert by any means but my plan, and hope is to be able to find the time each week to sit down and gather my thoughts as I take on this PCGE year and train to become a teacher. … Read more
If you find yourself in a position where you are looking to rent a home for the first time then you probably have lots of questions. Working out what your budget is and then managing your expectations accordingly is a sharp learning curve but these days there are regulations in place so you shouldn’t be … Read more
If you have been following us for a while you will know that when it comes to decorating the house, I am never ever going to be finished because I keep finding new colours I want to cover my walls in. I’d describe my style as eclectic (to say the least) and I love how … Read more
We all wait for the summer months to arrive so we can bask in the British sun and get our moneys worth out of the deck chairs that spend most of their time stuffed into the garage. However, the reality is often really different when you’re stuck behind a desk for seven hours a day … Read more
Summer has finally graced us with its presence and so naturally to make the most of the glorious weather it’s time to take the indoors out, and that includes the dining table and chairs for glorious dining. Last week I hosted a ladies lunch with an array of barbecue foods including lamb skewers, corn on … Read more
Arlo is absolutely obsessed with all things relating to the natural world. He could name a dozen animals before he could recognise colours and he continually surprises us now with amazing nature facts. Just yesterday on our way to the Safari Park he told me that ants were one of the strongest animals – I … Read more