Interiors

Oh wow! I bet you never thought you'd hear Cottage Core and Dark Elegance uttered in the same sentence! Well there's a first time for everything I suppose. But then I have made up a word too....... Welcome to my loo-tility. The downstairs bog as it's other wise known. But as it also houses my boiler and the washing machine it's also my rather cramped utility room. I used to pretentiously call it the boot room! But as there's no where to put boots I had a rethink on the name because it's time for it to have a makeover ...

In the world of home design, nothing quite adds impact to a room like a wall mural. But with so many styles to choose from we're not just talking about any murals. Oh no! Today we're diving into the depths of the dark and decadent because, well, it's me talking here, what else would you expect? We're talking the kind of murals that transform spaces into brooding sanctuaries, oozing with opulence and decadence. So whether you're a connoisseur of the dramatic or love a dash of the unexpected here are some dark and decadent wall murals from Photowall to make ...

PR Product - Tired of condensation? Fed up of single glazed cold and draughty sash windows? Worried about your heating bill this winter? Well I've found a brilliant but simple solution. Gecko Glazing is a window system for homeowners and DIY enthusiasts alike to simply transform any single glazed window into double glazing. Not only does it stop condensation but it also makes your home warmer too. And cuts down on your energy bills! Today I'm going to show you how to install Gecko Glazing and make your home warmer like mine ...

This post contains PR Products. If like me you live in an older home you will most likely have come across rotten wood. Windows, doors, frames, you name it! Age, lack of proper maintenance and the good old British weather all conspire together determined to reduce it to pulp. So what's the answer? Some may go with replacements like UPVC but in my humble opinion you can't beat wood. And you especially can't beat old wood. With the proper care and maintenance it will more than outlive us mere mortals. But what do you do when you do find rot? ...

I really wanted to a new piece of art for my walls at home. Something dramatic, three dimensional and unique. And then I came across an amazing textured art piece that was the one! It was stunningly beautiful. But it was £'s and way out of my budget. Now I'm not saying I can create something as good but I thought I could get close and for much, much cheaper. So here's my guide on how to make a DIY textured art canvas. BTW it's a really fun activity to do with the kids too ...

Block paving is a great cost effective option when it comes to driveways. But after a couple of years they start to need yearly maintenance. In particular cleaning, re sanding and sealing your driveway. Fast forward to 10 years plus and even with the best installation and sub base in the world you are likely to have sunken areas particularly at the edges and high traffic areas. And that's exactly where I am now. Where we park our car has developed tramlines. The block paving is sunken and not only does it look unsightly but it puddles too when it ...

Eurghhh winter!! The bane of everyone who owns an old and draughty home. I don't know about you but the minute it drops below 15 degrees outside it becomes harder and harder to keep the house warm. Add in a howling wind and it's colder than penguin poo! In fact I sometimes go outside just to warm up a bit 🙂 And so this year I'm on a mission to keep the house warmer by tackling the drafts. I've already upgraded my curtains in various rooms and now I'm onto door drafts. Old doors don't tend to fit perfectly and ...

We wouldn't be at the start of a New Year without a post dedicated to the upcoming trends for the home in the months ahead of us. Every year I write one and well I have to say this is my favourite one yet. You all know by now that the word 'trend' sends shivers down my spine when it comes to interiors and well 'hurrah' this year there's no sign of what colour metallic you should be using, pineapples nor peacocks or any birds flamingo or otherwise for that matter! This coming year is a breath of fresh air! ...

Happy New Year all!!! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and a not too headache inducing New Years Eve, whatever shape or size it was. For us it was a small one this year. Just the five of us in fact. And although paired back with no present giving it was probably one of the most wonderful Christmases and New Year's I've had. That being said, I am relieved to say goodbye to the shit show that was 2021. And move forwards with renewed vigour after actually taking some time off over the festive period. And I'm now heading ...

Tis the season to be jolly. A time for family, loved ones and friends. A time to gather together, relive old memories and make new ones. It's a time to eat, drink and be merry gathering around the dinner table. For me Christmas is all about the food, good company and of course the odd cocktail or three! And so our celebrations have the festive table as its heart. Starting with the 12th of December which is my husbands birthday (and a big one it is this year too) right up until the big day with the main attraction that ...