A “New” Vintage Desk & Swivel Chair

November 29, 2017 30 Comments

So, I know it’s basically December and publishing a post without any hint of pine needles or flocked snow is seemingly akin to impudence, though let’s be rebels! Over the past few weeks I’ve been chipping away at Riley’s bedroom re-do, with the most recently completed project being his new desk. A month or so...…READ MORE

Coastal Map Covered Coffee Table

September 28, 2011 59 Comments

For the first time in a long time we were lucky enough to get away for a few days and spent last week at my parent’s beach house in St Leonards, which is on the Bellarine Peninsula along Australia’s south-eastern coast. I’d been looking forward to heading down there for ages. Yeah, sure, for the salty...…READ MORE

Easy Budget Wall Art

October 11, 2010 37 Comments

Hey guys. Just popping in for a quick one today to share this budget wall art idea using inexpensive frames and gift wrap. (Kmart picture frames and Cavallini gift wrap maps). I know, I know, nothing earth shattering though affordable and effective. (In case you’re extra observant and are wondering why South America is next...…READ MORE

DIY Large Scale Printable Maps

September 18, 2010 66 Comments

So, while my bedroom makeover drags on and on at least I can share some insightful snippets of the journey thus far to (hopefully) keep you keen. I know a lot of you have been hanging out to know how I was going to create a massive wall map on a budget – cause, dang, those things...…READ MORE

Nautical Cabinet Makeover

August 11, 2010 163 Comments

I found this cute little cupboard in the gutter. Needless to say within a few minutes it had magically teleported itself to the back of my car. I knew that with a little love someone would eventually prefer this little guy inside their home so got to work painting the body in rich ebony before distressing and sealing...…READ MORE