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Decorating on a Budget: 9 Ways to Achieve a High-End Look for Less

Feb 19

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Decorating your living space doesn't have to be expensive. Small and simple changes can make a huge difference to your home. With some forethought and planning, you can have a gorgeous living space for less. Here are some of our top tips to have your home looking great without breaking the bank. 1. Embrace minimalism It’s oh so trendy to be a minimalist now, which is great for keeping within budget. Less is more when it comes to minimalist design. Think clean lines, hidden storage and Read More...

ICYMI You Can Clean Your Shower With a Dishwasher Tab

Nov 25

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Yesterday, my husband told me he'd heard about a cleaning hack involving a shower and a dishwasher tab.  OK. Turns out he'd read it here: Are dishwasher tabs the answer to this bathroom cleaning nightmare? The story goes that a brave woman heard about a cleaning hack where you rub a wet dishwasher tab over your revolting, baked-on-grime covered oven door and the filth disappears like magic. She reasoned the same would work on glass showers. It did! She simply dipped a Read More...

Best Soundproof Curtains 2020: Reduce Noise and Get More Sleep

Nov 23

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If you live in a small apartment in the heart of the city, or super close to some noisy neighbours, you might want to consider investing in some of the best soundproof curtains to drastically reduce all that outside noise. In fact, in some cases, the best noise cancelling curtains can eliminate the background noise completely. There are quite a few different brands making soundproof drapes and curtains, so if you want to buy soundproof curtains, it’s worth doing your research Read More...

29 DIY Christmas Decorations You Can Make With the Kids

Aug 12

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Christmas, that joyful time where we focus on family and food. Well, sometimes. I've gotta admit, Christmas didn't mean that much to me until I had kids. But now, as a mother, it's taken on a whole new meaning. I love decorating with them, we make a night of putting up the tree and have Christmas songs on the stereo as much as we can. We also love to make our own decorations. Not only is it a great way to save money and reduce plastic use, but it's also a neat family tradition to Read More...

15 Creative Chalkboard Paint Projects You Need To Try At Home

Aug 8

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Chalkboard paint is a huge trend right now, and for good reason. It allows you to really transform and freshen up your home. I thought it would be fun to share some chalkboard paint projects to give your home some pizzazz. Grab your paintbrushes, chalkboard paint, and let your inner crafter take flight! Chalkboard paint is a cheap and affordable route to styling up an old dresser, table, or even glass jars. It allows you to add your personal touch to things and fit the style of your Read More...

Best Small Espresso Machine 2019: For the Perfect Espresso at Home

May 23

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If counter space is a problem yet you still want beautifully brewed café style coffee each morning, then you’re going to want the best small espresso machine. That’s right, just because you have a tiny kitchen doesn’t mean you have to resort to drinking instant coffee or spending loads of money getting your coffee down at the local café.  Some of the best espresso machine brands have come to the party and have some of the best small coffee maker options so you too can have espresso at Read More...

Best Rotary Clothesline 2019: Find the Perfect Clothesline for Your Home

Apr 21

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Living in a small home means laundry space is at a premium, so we choose to live without an electric dryer. The only reason we can survive without a dryer is that we have a grunty rotary clothesline which came installed in our back garden. Line drying is great for your clothes, wallet and the environment (seriously, see here) In our big house, we had a retractable clothesline which I also loved and will write more in another post (for all my clothesline nerds). For those of you Read More...

The Best 18-Inch Dishwashers for Your Small Kitchen in 2019

Mar 11

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The best 18-inch dishwashers are perfect if you live in a small apartment or have a tiny kitchen where space is at a premium.  These compact dishwashers for small spaces are ideal if a standard size dishwasher would take up too much room, yet you still want to have the convenience of a dishwasher. If you need help deciding which is the best 18-inch dishwasher for you, then you are in luck! In these best 18-inch dishwasher reviews, I will tell you everything you need to know to buy the perfect Read More...

How to Line Dry Clothes: Save Money and Extend the Life of Your Items

Feb 23

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If you've ever wondered how to line dry clothes - or why you should consider line-drying, have I got a treat for you. I've been line-drying since I was a kid. Feeling the soft, morning dew under my bare feet as I propped the support post (a piece of 2 by 4 timber) just so, giving the overloaded wire line the central support it needed as it strung from a post on the porch to an old tree in the garden. The memory of hanging the washing on my grandmother’s DIY clothesline (as they all Read More...

10 Adorable & Free Printable Christmas Gift Tags

Nov 26

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These free printable Christmas gift tags are a perfect way to dress up your holiday gifts. Simply print at home, cut or peel and stick on your gift to really add some personality to your gifts for loved ones. I have created a list of 10 printable gift tags (including Secret Santa gift tags) that are free for you to enjoy! Printing these gift tags save you money and means you don't have to do a mad dash to buy some when you run out. 10 Free Printable Christmas Gift Tags to Print at Read More...

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