Source: fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/ via Jen on Pinterest Recently and so far in 2013 we’ve seen some really exciting, colourful and fun trends appear for the home. We started the year inspired by catwalk fashion trends; there was an eclectic mix of…
Ok, so I know we don’t all live in a stately home, but there are some great tips here that enhance the grandeur and elegance of any home. Enjoy! Image Credit The UK is renowned for its wealth of magnificent stately…
Bathroom Glamour by jen-stanbrook on Polyvore ‘She Leaves a little Sparkle Wherever She Goes’ What a fabulous saying. If you’re looking to jazz up your bathroom, or add some sparkle and glitz then here are a few ideas…
Which you do prefer? A new build or a more traditional property. Lots of pros and cons for each! Source: bustler.net via Jen on Pinterest When we’re buying a new home, the look of the property is usually one of the most…
It’s a trend that re-emerges time and time again, and is an important one if you live in a 1920’s or 1930’s home. The Art Deco trend is also making a great comeback this year because of The Great Gatsby film…
Living life in the fast lane may be exciting, but it means there’s less time for you to refresh the appearance of your abode and make detailed decorating decisions. However, with the addition of a few minor home improvements here…
One of the hardest things about decorating your home is visualising what the end result will look like. Have you ever purchased several new items for a room only to get them home and discover they really don’t fit or…
It’s something that many of us take for granted when we’re decorating our homes, but installing the right kind of lighting in the right kind of areas will have a huge impact of the mood and feel of a room.…
Well, I do think that I’m often writing just for the girls here on the blog, so I’m really pleased to be able post up this article, which is really one for the boys! Enjoy this guest post and do…
Source: Etsy via Jen on Pinterest Moving into a new home is always an exciting time. Not only does it give us a chance to start afresh in a new neighbourhood, meeting new people and having new experiences, but it…
This Guest Post is incredibly timely for me as I’m about to embark on a Mediterranean looking garden makeover myself (more of that to come soon!) and so I read these tips with interest! Anyone else have the Mediterranean look…
Last week I was lucky enough to be asked to do a small piece on local radio so I took myself well and truly out of my comfort zone and did it. The topic was Summer Interior Trends which I…
You don’t wear your woolly hat and heavy coats in the summer do you? No, you have a set of clothes that are perfect for the warmer months and they allow you to enjoy the warmer temperatures and extra sunlight…
Letting a property that is fully furnished can be really advantageous. The majority of tenants are looking for a home that already has all of the essentials and furnished properties tend to come off the market a lot quicker. While…
I’ve long been a fan of these fabulous retro storage jars which look great in all kinds of kitchens. In fact, there’s no need to limit them to the kitchen, they would look beautiful in a bedroom on a dressing…
Once I’ve decorated a room, one of my favourite things is to find fun and interesting wall art to give it a finished look. In a time where lots of us tend to choose pale and neutral shades for our…
Modern and contemporary are two completely different styles of furniture although some people may argue that they are the same. Modern designs often refer to a period of time such a style that was created in the 1950s and this…
In an interview setting there’s something honest and effortlessly likeable about one of the UK’s most successful women in business. She has an eye for business that even retirement won’t cure, and she’s no less meticulous when it comes…
