Month: August 2010
Master Bedroom…Some Progress

Master Bedroom…Some Progress

Did you think I'd forgotten all about my bedroom make-over? Nah, course not, truth is, I've just been super busy. Between furniture refurbs, design consultations, my real full-time job, writing this blog (and checking out everyone else's), housekeeping (etc, etc,...

Starburst Twig Wreath

Starburst Twig Wreath

If you've read this blog more than just once you probably know I have a bit of a thing for using natural elements to decorate my home, and for a budget-savvy gal like me, there's no better way of introducing this textural earthiness to a space than via a...

DIY Customised Timber Knobs

DIY Customised Timber Knobs

Firstly, thanks so much to everyone for the lovely comments about my map cabinet makeover. I was seriously surprised and overwhelmed - you guys are just the best. There was a lot of interest in the compass knobs I created and some of you wanted to see a more in-depth...

Nautical Cabinet Makeover

Nautical Cabinet Makeover

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...

Master Bedroom Mood Board

Master Bedroom Mood Board

So, here's the plan.... As per my initial brief I want the room to be light, neutral and earthy with a slight eclectic edge. A predominantly white, cream and taupe palette with lots of natural texture, rustic old timber, chippy paint, some greenery and a few metallic...

One Chair, Three Ways

One Chair, Three Ways

  I figured this little blog was in need of a fresh 'afters' injection following all the 'befores' ugliness of my master bedroom in progress posts - it's slowly getting there though and I promise lots of (hopefully lovely) after shots to redeem myself. Anyway, in...