April 2, 2020
pillow talk – how to style cushions
For those of us who haven't got a decorating fairy godmother up our sleeves, yet still want to work a little makeover magic with our homes, I thought I'd talk...
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October 15, 2018
forager about town
I fear that I am doing too good a job upholding my reputation as forager-about-town. A little botanical snip here, and a wee cutting there while out walking, and quicker...
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June 11, 2018
instant art installations
I was rereading one of my favourite interior books yesterday – Sibella Court’s very first book etcetera etc. I honestly think that I get as much inspiration from this book...
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May 17, 2018
styling with your favourite books
'Books are not furniture, but they have a great way of furnishing your home'. I’m not sure who said this quote first, but I really like it. Books are also like...
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December 22, 2017
festive table settings
I thought that you might like a few very quick and simple ideas for lovely festive tables. Ideas that are visually gorgeous, easy, and most importantly, stress free. Well really,...
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May 29, 2017
no floral florals
This time of year is challenging for a flower lover like myself. In jest, on Instagram, I’ve been referring to my garden as the garden of nothingness. All jokes aside,...
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October 24, 2016
hanging a gallery art wall
Oh my goodness! It's been a long time between drinks, as the saying goes. If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook then you will have seen the main reason...
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November 3, 2015
mini makeovers
There’s nothing like a little spring sunshine to motivate a makeover. That, and the fact that my husband has been away overseas for almost four weeks, and he will be...
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September 9, 2015
a paper garland
I honestly can't remember why this paper flower garland came about. Most probably for a store display. But it is proof positive that sometimes the best inspiration is on the...
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September 4, 2015
using atypical things unexpectedly
In my decorating I love to use atypical things in unexpected ways. Particularly something vintage and unexpected in a space where the look and feel is otherwise quite sleek and streamlined...
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July 6, 2015
a bit on the side ~ bedside tables
Oh my goodness, it is pouring with rain here today. And freezing cold! It's a good excuse to stay inside and catch up with the blog world while trying to...
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