I was gonna write this post in conjunction with the 'before and after' reveal of Charlotte's new table (which was going to have a natural timber finish), though I kinda changed my mind about the look I was going for there, so instead I decided to write it with a more...
As mentioned in my last post, I'm trying to capitalise on the modest proportions of Charlotte's new little bedroom by making use of as much space as possible. This includes taking advantage of the often forgotten area behind the door. One of the first elements I...
Every now and again, I get a question from a reader asking why I haven't yet shared photos of my kitchen, bathroom and laundry. My usual response is generally along the lines of "because they're pretty darn crappy". Yep, I know it might seem hard to believe, though...
A little while ago, I was pleasantly surprised to be contacted by Kelly Edwards, who wanted to include two of my projects in her new publication, The Design Cookbook! My Hacked IKEA Drawers and Baking Canister Labels are both featured in this design guidebook which...
I know what you're thinking. "Home tour? What the? I already feel like I basically live in portions of your house I've seen that many self-gratifying photos of it". Yeah, I know. Sorry 'bout that. Though in my defence our little house is kinda the heartbeat of this...
As promised, here is the reveal of my transformed home office space! It's nothing spectacular, and there'll probably be some future tweaking, though for now I'm calling it done! Oh, and if you missed the awards ceremony, don't worry, you can congratulate me later....
My name's Kristine. Apparently I'm the person who's supposed to update this here blog on a semi-regular basis. Seems lately I've been a little distracted... ...in a good way (I wish I could say Charlotte happily posed with her brother though the truth is I had to...
Recently, I was thrilled to have a project of mine included in the inaugural release of a new UK based magazine. Reloved is dedicated to all things upcycled (how awesome is that?) with an emphasis on bringing a practical, hands-on approach to the creative art of...
Riley John Franklin arrived safely on the 24 March 2013 at 7.05pm weighing 7.7lbs (3.5kgs). He is absolutely perfect in every way ('course I do have to think that though, don't I?). I'll spare you all the birth story (for nows, anyway :-) except to say that it was a...
When I first became a Mum (almost two whole years ago now - yikes!) I felt the need to share with my readers my intentions regarding my blog, so I mentioned that whilst it was always my ambition to continue blogging ('cause I LOVE it!), family would inevitably be my...