From Modern to Farmhouse | A File Cabinet Hack

June 6, 2017 49 Comments

For the past four or so years, all of Charlotte’s craft supplies have lived in a big plastic tub on the top shelf in her wardrobe. Aside from the fact her room has limited storage space which means we can’t be too picky about where things are housed, they were stowed away somewhat out of...…READ MORE

An Easy and Effective Door Refresh

May 11, 2017 28 Comments

Hey guys! Just popping in with a quick update about some progress in Charlotte’s bedroom – it’s soooo nearly done now! If you follow me socially (on Instagram or Facebook) you may have already seen a little sneak peek of this door makeover. I tend to procrastinate over painting decisions though this time around I managed...…READ MORE

A Virtual Cottage Kitchen Redesign…which plan do you prefer?

April 17, 2017 72 Comments

I should be concentrating on finishing my little girl’s bedroom…or sharing my next batch of free farmhouse style quote art (I know many of you guys are hanging out for these – don’t worry, they’re coming really soon!)…though last week I accidentally got lost designing a kitchen instead! Over the Easter break we were lucky...…READ MORE

Super Affordable DIY Wall Decals…using clear sticker paper

April 3, 2017 23 Comments

If you follow me socially, you might have read that over the next week or two I’ve decided to focus on finally finishing my little girl’s bedroom! It’s been 90% done for the past two years though for some reason I’ve been struggling to get it “complete-complete”. If I’m honest, I’ve probably been putting-off sharing...…READ MORE

Easy DIY Faux Multi-Drawer Cabinet Hack…using peel and stick flooring!

March 13, 2017 60 Comments

Don’t you love it when an idea simply pops into your head? That’s just what happened with this sideboard makeover. I was about to cut down a sheet of thin plywood to create some faux drawer fronts when I suddenly stopped. “Hey, peel and stick floorboards are about the same thickness as this plywood”, I...…READ MORE

DIY Mini Barn Doors…a complete tutorial

February 23, 2017 42 Comments

This was one of those “gee, if this actually works it’s gonna be really cool” kinda projects. Well, thankfully, it did…and it is! If I do say so myself :) Although I installed these DIY barn doors specifically to conceal a washing machine, they could be used in place of ordinary doors wherever space permits....…READ MORE

How to Add Trim to Plain Doors

February 14, 2017 29 Comments

The “new” doors were one of the most commented on and asked about elements in the laundry room makeover. And, subtle as their redo was, they really did deserve the attention! Although I was hopeful dressing them up with a bit of trim would inject fresh character, I was genuinely surprised by the impact they...…READ MORE

A Budget-Friendly Laundry Room Refresh

January 18, 2017 98 Comments

Well, hello there! Remember me? Sorry I disappeared for a few weeks. I know it probably seems like I was doing little more than enjoying the summer sun, however, amidst sipping rosé and splashing in the ocean waves (which, let’s face it, are obligatory tasks), some serious decorating has actually been going on! Just prior...…READ MORE

Refreshing a Dated Lead-Light Door

December 5, 2016 7 Comments

Thanks so much for all the lovely comments about the room makeover at my parent’s house. Before I share all of the source and project info, I wanted to chime in with a quick post about one of the most mentioned elements – the “new” grey door. It’s one of my favourite things about the...…READ MORE

Living-Dining Room Makeover | The Final Reveal!

November 30, 2016 66 Comments

It’s done. Finally! If I hadn’t initially proclaimed it would likely take me forever to finish this room re-do, I might be feeling even more sheepish than I currently do sharing the reveal over a WHOLE YEAR from when it commenced. Yikes! Am I really that sluggish? Wait, don’t answer that. Anyhoo, I got there...…READ MORE